“Empowering biomanufacturing startups to reach the market faster through strategic advisory and expert mentoring for technical founders and managers”

Over 90% of Biotech Startups Fail to Bring a Product to Market

Despite having incredible ideas and all-star teams, many biotech startups struggle to succeed. The biotech industry is inherently risky, with long timelines and high R&D costs. A common pitfall is the failure to align the technical pipeline with a robust market strategy. This is where I come in…

Hi, I’m James…

As a strategic advisor with over 20 years of experience in biotech and executive leadership, I've built high-performing teams and led groundbreaking research in stem cell metabolism, regenerative medicine, and cultured meat. My mission is to collaborate with visionary biotech founders, from pre-seed to Series B+, to accelerate the journey of world-changing products to market.

A Coaching Program for Biotech Leaders, Developed by a Biotech Leader

With my background in academic research, startups and scaleups, I know how critical (and challenging!) it is for technical founders and leaders to successfully align their technical roadmaps with real market needs. That is why I have developed a three month coaching program. Designed specifically for technical founders and leaders, I focus on communication, goal setting, project management, commercial alignment and creating frameworks to execute effectively.

If this sounds interesting, then I invite you to take my FREE Leadership Values assessment. Within 48hrs of taking the test, I will share a personalized summary of your strengths and growth opportunities, along with some clear actionable insights.

Expert Insights and Resources for the Growing Bioeconomy

My goal is to bridge the gap between science and business, equipping founders with the tools they need to thrive. To assist founders working within the biomanufacturing space, I have created a series of (free) resources which you can access here. I also regularly post about new developments across the biomanufacturing value chain, which you can read below:

Client Testimonials

  • “Working with James is a privilege. His open mind and deep scientific knowledge have been fundamental to the success of the project we have undertaken. His experience has allowed us to broaden horizons and add value to Cultzyme.”

    Juan Manuel Garzón Vela,
    Founder and CEO at Cultzyme

  • “James is an excellent listener, leads with empathy, provides balanced and well-informed opinions, and goes out of his way to ensure that the “tide rises to float all the boats”. Anyone would be lucky to have James as an advisor, mentor or leadership figure within the biotech space.”

    Sam Perkins,
    CEO of Cellular Agriculture Australia

  • “James’s experience and knowledge in cell culture have provided tremendous insight, helping us to focus on the most relevant aspects of product development and avoiding bad decisions. He has a broad knowledge base, not just in the technical aspect of the industry but also in product development and market need.”

    Andres Ariztia,
    Co-founder Sticta Biologicals

  • “Working with Dr. James Ryall was an outstanding experience. His deep biotech expertise, particularly in cultivated meat, and his ability to seamlessly blend science with business strategy were crucial to our project’s success. I was impressed by his clear communication, strategic insights, and timely execution. James is a top-notch collaborator who consistently delivers high-quality results. I highly recommend him!”

    Andrew Sayles,
    Co-Founder and COO at Livestock Labs

  • "James is one of the few people on earth that has ever grown animal cells at extremely large scales. He advised us on the nitty gritty of cell lines, culture conditions, manufacturing systems for their large-scale production, and much more. His knowledge also extends beyond the cultivated meat industry and he helped with market research in other industries that use animal cells. If you need a bioprocess development expert, I highly recommend James!"

    Michelle Lu,
    CEO and Founder of Novel Farms

  • "James facilitated a strategy workshop for our founding team, and it was a resounding success! We all left with a much better understanding of our unique value proposition and the next 12 months of our startup journey. James was extremely clear as he led us through multiple small-group exercises, and as someone who has been in the trenches, it was refreshing to hear his take on some of the standard advice founders often hear. I think any founder would be lucky to have him in their network!"

    Michael Halwes,
    Founder and CEO at Cymphony Bio

  • "James is passionate about supporting the next generation of biomanufacturing startups and is uniquely positioned to do so. With deep industry experience, he brings a strategic and pragmatic approach to guiding founders. He excels at bridging the technical complexities of biomanufacturing with the commercial realities of building a startup, making his insights both practical and impactful."

    Kel Potts,
    Founder and CEO at Split Foods

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