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Glenn Ballard is a seasoned executive, business owner, and high-impact leader with over 30 years of experience driving growth. With a career defined by strategic precision and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Glenn has established himself as a force within the food and healthcare industries - two of the most complex and essential sectors in the global economy. Before transitioning into business ownership, Glenn spent more than two and a half decades navigating the intricacies of the corporate environment. Holding a series of sales and marketing leadership positions, his tenure in the corporate sector was marked by an uncanny ability to identify emerging market trends and translate them into actionable, revenue-generating strategies and execution. Today, Glenn serves as a business owner in the healthcare consumable space. Under his stewardship, his current ventures have scaled rapidly, now accounting for millions of dollars in revenue. Glenn's approach is rooted in the belief that business is about more than just financial metrics - it is about creating sustainable systems where innovation can thrive by creatively answering customer needs.

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Preetam has 15+ years of corporate finance and capital markets experience in the energy sector. Mr. Dandapani was the CFO of Evolution Midstream where he played a key role directing the company's strategy and was responsible for $150+ million of capital investments. Prior to Evolution, Mr. Dandapani led corporate development at DCP Midstream and was an investment banker in the Global Energy group at Credit Suisse.

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Elizabeth J. Johnson, PhD, FASN, FACN, FICS, is a nutritional biochemist and faculty member at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science & Policy at Tufts University. With over 35 years of expertise, Dr. Johnson specializes in nutrition and healthy aging, specifically exploring how nutrients and bioactives impact health across the lifespan. As a strategic consultant for the global food and supplement industries, she leverages emerging technologies to enhance product efficacy and innovation. A recognized scientific leader, Dr. Johnson provides expert guidance on nutrition policy and regulatory substantiation, ensuring that health, nutrient content, and structure/function claims meet rigorous FDA standards.

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Aaditya is an experienced investment banker with over 20 years of experience in investment banking and consulting. As a healthcare startup founder, he co-founded a digital health venture backed by Eureka Forbes. He brings deep access across the healthcare ecosystem, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and care delivery. He has lived and worked in New York, Paris, London, and Mumbai.

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Michael Frederick Marcotte is a visionary aviator, rocket engineer, technology leader, cybersecurity pioneer, quantum physicist, and international security advisor. His life has bridged air, earth, and code — from launching satellites to shaping global cybersecurity, from quantum research to humanitarian service. He served as President of Hughes and Global Chief Information Officer at EchoStar/DISH Network, and has held senior leadership roles in over seven global corporations. A co-founder of the United States National Cybersecurity Center (NCC) and founder of its National Rapid Response Center, Michael has devoted his career to the protection of people, systems, and truth.

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Chet has 20+ years experience in consumer products and healthcare. He has experience at Fortune 200 companies and large healthcare institutions. Dr. Rao has demonstrated track record in strategic transactions, both buy and sell-side, for deal values ranging from $5–$500 MM. Dr. Rao is a seasoned executive with a proven track record in general management, innovation, and M&A.

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Praneet works at Rosten Capital, where he oversees Opportunity Fund 1, a real estate-focused fund targeting high-potential opportunities in India. An entrepreneur at heart, he brings a diverse skill set spanning deal making, software, and finance — allowing him to evaluate investments through both a technical and financial lens. With experience building and scaling ventures from the ground up, Praneet combines hands-on operational knowledge with strategic thinking to identify and execute on compelling opportunities. Praneet has BS in Computer Science from UC Irvine and a Series 65 license.

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