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6 May 2026 | Basel, Switzerland

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Chris Adkins

Director, Business Development

Economic Development Parnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), USA

Morrisville, United States

Kymanox is a professional services company with expertise in drug and device development from early clinical to commercialization.

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At the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina (EDPNC), we are dedicated to fostering economic growth and development across our vibrant state. We collaborate with businesses, government agencies, and communities to enhance North Carolina's competitive edge in the global market. Our services range from providing strategic resources for business expansion to facilitating workforce development initiatives. Together, we strive to create a thriving economic environment that supports innovation, job creation, and sustainable growth for all North Carolinians.
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About me

Chris Adkins has 14 years of industry experience, spanning biologics drug substance and drug product manufacturing at both clinical and commercial phases, drug substance process development, single use technology, parenteral primary packaging, and comprehensive product development. Chris is passionate about operational readiness and product development initiatives, especially those that meet unmet medical needs.

Prior to joining Kymanox, Chris graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University and held various roles at Novartis, CSL Seqirus, SaniSure, and Datwyler. Chris also serves as the host of Kymanox’s Life Science Solutions podcast, interviewing industry leaders about developments across drug and device development and manufacturing.

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