Adam Simpson
President at Dorado Ventures LLC
Profile
Adam K.
Simpson was the founder of Meritage Pharma, Inc. founded in 2008, where he held the title of Secretary, Treasurer & Chief Business Officer.
He currently holds positions as Director at Stratify Genomics, Inc., Member-Advisory Board at the University of California San Diego, and President at Dorado Ventures LLC since 2012.
Mr. Simpson's former positions include President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Pvp Biologics, Inc. from 2016 to 2020, President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Icosavax, Inc. from 2017 to 2024, Secretary, Vice President & General Counsel at Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2005 to 2008, and Attorney at Latham & Watkins LLP from 1999 to 2005.
He also held the title of President & Chief Operating Officer at Cypher Genomics, Inc. Mr. Simpson's education includes an undergraduate degree from the University of California San Diego and a graduate degree from the University of Minnesota.
Adam Simpson active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| University of California San Diego | Director/Board Member | - |
Stratify Genomics, Inc.
 Stratify Genomics, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Stratify Genomics, Inc. operates as a cancer risk stratification company. It uses proprietary chemistry to deliver low cost next-generation sequencing to identify methods of saving lives and healthcare spend through modified screening frequency. The company was founded by A. Karim Kader and Dalaura Kader and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Director/Board Member | - |
| Dorado Ventures LLC | President | 2011-12-31 |
Former positions of Adam Simpson
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| ICOSAVAX, INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 2024-02-18 |
Pvp Biologics, Inc.
 Pvp Biologics, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Pvp Biologics, Inc. engages in the development of therapeutic products. The company was founded by Ingrid Swanson Pultz, David Baker, and Justin Siegel in 2012 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Chief Executive Officer | 2020-01-31 |
Cypher Genomics, Inc.
 Cypher Genomics, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Cypher Genomics, Inc. provides automated human genome interpretation software solutions. It offers molecular diagnostics, drug development, and science and technology. The company was founded by Ashley Van Zeeland and Ali Torkamani in 2011 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | President | 2014-12-31 |
Meritage Pharma, Inc.
 Meritage Pharma, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Meritage Pharma, Inc. develops prescription products for the treatment of gastrointestinal and atopic diseases. The company was founded by Cam L. Garner, Elaine M. Phillips and Adam K. Simpson in March 2008 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Founder | 2011-12-31 |
Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
 Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was provided pediatric-oriented pharmaceutical products. The company was founded by David A. Socks, James Carroll Blair, Robert W. Keith, Cam L. Garner and David F. Hale in 2002 and was headquartered in San Diego, CA. | General Counsel | 2007-12-31 |
Training of Adam Simpson
| University of California San Diego | Undergraduate Degree |
| University of Minnesota | Graduate Degree |
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| Private companies | 8 |
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Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Verus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was provided pediatric-oriented pharmaceutical products. The company was founded by David A. Socks, James Carroll Blair, Robert W. Keith, Cam L. Garner and David F. Hale in 2002 and was headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Technology |
Meritage Pharma, Inc.
Meritage Pharma, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Meritage Pharma, Inc. develops prescription products for the treatment of gastrointestinal and atopic diseases. The company was founded by Cam L. Garner, Elaine M. Phillips and Adam K. Simpson in March 2008 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Technology |
Latham & Watkins LLP
 Latham & Watkins LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Latham & Watkins LLP operates as a full-service law firm or legal matters. It offers services in the areas of finance, litigation, accounting, banking, life sciences, private equity, real estate, government relations, employment law, and outsourcing. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Commercial Services |
Cypher Genomics, Inc.
Cypher Genomics, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Cypher Genomics, Inc. provides automated human genome interpretation software solutions. It offers molecular diagnostics, drug development, and science and technology. The company was founded by Ashley Van Zeeland and Ali Torkamani in 2011 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Technology Services |
Pvp Biologics, Inc.
Pvp Biologics, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Pvp Biologics, Inc. engages in the development of therapeutic products. The company was founded by Ingrid Swanson Pultz, David Baker, and Justin Siegel in 2012 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Technology |
Stratify Genomics, Inc.
Stratify Genomics, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Stratify Genomics, Inc. operates as a cancer risk stratification company. It uses proprietary chemistry to deliver low cost next-generation sequencing to identify methods of saving lives and healthcare spend through modified screening frequency. The company was founded by A. Karim Kader and Dalaura Kader and is headquartered in San Diego, CA. | Health Services |
Icosavax, Inc.
 Icosavax, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Icosavax, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of vaccines against infectious diseases. It focuses on developing vaccine candidates for viral causes of pneumonia in older adults. The company was founded by Neil King and David Baker on November 1, 2017 and is headquartered in Seattle, WA. | Health Technology |
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