Dr. Volodimir Olexiouk is a highly experienced professional in the fields of AI and MLOps, with a proven track record of delivering data analytical solutions across a variety of sectors, particularly in the life sciences. He has a strong background in providing end-to-end solutions that are tailored to meet the specific needs of his clients and is well-versed in the leadership, management, and strategic planning required to successfully oversee data analytical projects and solutions. As the head of AI and Analytics at BioLizard, Dr. Olexiouk is responsible for leading a team of experts, managing the delivery of data analytical solutions, and developing the strategic roadmaps that guide the company’s services.

Dr. Christian Rausch has several years of experience in the industry (NEB, DSM) and academia (Universität Tübingen, TU München, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Medical Center, Netherlands Cancer Institute). His main knowledge in bioinformatics is in the analysis of molecular sequences (DNA, RNA, protein), and structures (Synthetic biology, Protein Engineering) using advanced statistical and computational algorithms. As principle bioinformatics scientist, he heads the scientific team at BioLizard.

Yves Muyssen is a data technology leader with 15+ years of experience in international technology companies, both in product-based as well as service-based ecosystems. He graduated as Bio-engineering and Computer Scientist and participated in many Strategy and Leadership courses. He combines experience in business strategy, organizational planning and people management with a deep understanding of software development and data management. As COO he helps translate the BioLizard strategy into operational goals and team organization. He leads a team of bioinformatics scientists, software engineers, data engineers and project managers.

Dr. Liesbeth Ceelen has experience in a multinational environment as well as in start-up and scale-up companies. Over the last 15 years, she gained expertise in operational and quality management. Her key assets in this field are sales, scientific business development and strategic growth. Her role as CEO involves steering the BioLizard team, identifying and pursuing strategic opportunities with clients, as well as setting and driving metrics across business units.

Jan Van den Berghe is a serial entrepreneur in the food and biotech industry, co-founding the Novalis biotech incubation together with Wim Van Criekinge. Following his education in bio-engineering and Master in General Management, he worked as a senior Independent Strategy Consultant for the Boston Consulting Group. He obtained an MBA from INSEAD after which he co-founded and served as director for several successful biotech startups that have been acquired by leading healthcare and life science companies. He is co-owner and director of Lipa Holding, a family business in food and recycling, and is operating partner in Victus participations, an independent agri and food growth investment fund.