Our products, services, and research touch the lives of people locally, nationally, and worldwide. Our leadership team is accountable for the responsible conduct of the business and our long-term success. It also represents the interests of all our stakeholders in ensuring that we maintain our dedication to serving patients and advancing global public health.

Leadership Team

Zhan (Johnny) Ye, M.D., Ph.D., FCAP
Medical Director

Kendra Reynolds
Vice President, Quality and Regulatory Affairs

Chelsea Tibbetts
Executive Director, Regional Operations

Jen White
Executive Director, Midwest Biologics, Inventory and Distribution

Laboratory Services

Jack Wilson, MLS, ASCP(CM)
Manager, IRL & Genomics

Aaron Gottschalk, Ph.D.
Technical Director, Genomics

Julie Kirkegaard, MT(ASCP)SBB
Technical Manager, IRL

Hospital Services

David Harsh
Manager, Hospital Services

Hayden Belgrave
Assistant Manager Hospital Services

Donor Resources

Bobbie Taylor
Executive Director, Technical Operations

Detra Carmichael
Director, Collections

Cierra Arterburn
Associate Director, Donor Recruitment

Jane Bardwell
Manager, Volunteer Services