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Evan W.

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Senior Director, Business Management Office at Abzena
📍 San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States

Evan W. is a Senior Director at Abzena, a leading biologics CDMO. A former US Marine Corps officer and pilot with a degree from Carnegie Mellon University, he has a record of driving operational excellence. Colleagues describe him as a dynamic, driven, and effective leader.

Outside of work, Evan is deeply committed to community service in San Diego. He serves on the boards of two municipal water districts and is involved with the Escondido Sunrise Rotary Club. He is a devoted husband and a proud father of two children.

Unique fact: He is a retired Lieutenant Colonel and Naval Aviator who once managed operations for the famous Miramar Air Show before transitioning to the life sciences industry.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Senior Director, Business Management Office
Job Level
Senior
Location
San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States
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Operational Leadership
He has over 20 years of leadership experience, transitioning from managing operations at a major Marine Corps air station to driving growth and strategy in biotech CDMOs.
Biologics Manufacturing
His career is focused on the Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) space, specifically for complex biologics like ADCs, antibodies, and vaccines.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Senior Director, Business Management Office
Abzena
12-2024
Board Member
San Diego County Water Authority
7-2023
Board Member & Treasurer
Rincon del Diablo Municipal Water District
8-2020 - 11-2025
Director, Project Management & Site Strategy
Catalent
8-2017 - 8-2020
Executive Business Development Consultant, Pharmaceuticals
HyGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc
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Education
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Carnegie Mellon University
Master of Science (MS)
University of San Diego - Knauss School of Business
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