LateraDX
Problem. A smartphone-read multiplex lateral-flow platform sitting inside a university, with real companion-animal diagnostic potential and no company around it.
Approach. Founded the company and led technology licensing negotiations with The Ohio State University for the foundational IP. Recruited the founding scientific team, structured founder and employee equity, and built the capital strategy — investor materials, financial model, and a non-dilutive pipeline spanning NSF SBIR, NIH STTR, and state translational programs. Established data intake standards and cloud architecture, and direct AI/ML model development and analytical validation.
Company built from concept through university licensing, founding team, and a live dual-track dilutive and non-dilutive funding strategy.