Our Team
Prior to joining Ithos, Benny worked for Australian Gold as a regulatory affairs specialist. He also has experience working in research settings, specifically in cell biology labs. Benny has a BS in Biology and an MS in Molecular Biology from Purdue University. Fun Fact: Benny has 15+ years of professional experience playing an Indian drum, called a dhol. He travels the country most weekends out of the year, performing at clients’ weddings and Indian festival celebrations like Holi and Diwali.
Stephanie helps prepare regulatory reviews of product formulations and author GHS compliant Safety Data Sheets. She also prepares product information files for domestic and global registrations, reviews label artwork and claims.
Kurtis’ professional background is in account management. During his 10+ years at Ithos, he has gained experience across all company modules and refined an expertise in supplier outreach and data management. He has a Bachelors degree from the University of Vermont. Fun Fact: Kurtis is one of Ithos Global’s first official employees.
Omer has a BS in Information Technology and Web Science (ITWS) from RPI. Fun Fact: He is a huge basketball fan.
Before Ithos, Jackie spent 20+ in customer service management laboratory automation. Her most recent experience includes 2 years managing the several large accounts for a contract manufacturer. Prior to joining Ithos, she was promoted to Regulatory Director and spent 2 years assisting customers with the regulatory requirements as well as overseeing the OTC and Validation program. Jackie has a BS in Biochemistry from Rutgers University. Favorite Quote: “Say what you mean, mean what you say.”
Bridget’s background consists of all areas of compliance, including QA, analytical testing, and regulatory affairs. She also has experience in product development and international regulatory compliance from working in both the cosmetic and personal care industries. Bridget has her BS in Biological Sciences from Ohio State University and her MS in Environmental Health and Safety from University of Findlay. Fun Fact: Bridget is working on learning French.
Before joining Ithos, Amy worked in client facing roles from the video game distribution to e-commerce industries. She has a BA in Environmental Science and a BA in Geography from Binghamton University. Fun Fact: Amy used to make roasted crickets, cricket candies, and cricket baked goods to sell at the Farmer’s Market. In her own words: “They’re incredibly nutritious and environmentally friendly.”
Before joining Ithos, Amanda did a co-op at semiconductor manufacturing lab, GlobalFoundries, during college. She has a BS in Electrical Engineering from RPI and is currently pursuing an MS in Computer Engineering at Villanova University.
Before founding Ithos Global in 2009, Ken worked in the SDS Authoring business for over 15 years. He also spent 6 years integrating software solutions with Infor’s Optiva and founded a Robotic Manufacturing technology for the aerospace industry in the early 1990s. Ken earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering from RPI, as well as two masters: An MBA in Managing Technological Innovation from RPI and an MS in Structural Mechanics from NY Polytechnic. Favorite Quote: “It’s not personal Sonny, it’s strictly business.”
Before joining Ithos, Alyssa spent 2 years working with L Brands Regulatory and 1 year with Abbott Nutrition Quality Assurance. She has a Bachelors degree in Biology and Art from Wittenberg University. Fun Fact: She is scared of needles but has 7 tattoos… it doesn’t make any sense to her either!
Prior to Ithos, Adrienne supported product development and international regulatory compliance for 6 years with LBrands. She also has experience working as a pharmaceutical Quality Control Scientist and as a food lab Microbiology Technician. Adrienne has a BS in Biology with a Minor in Psychology from Heidelberg University and an MS in Pharmacy from the University of Florida. Favorite Quote: “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old but on building the new.”
Before joining Ithos, Ben worked as a Product Market Engineer for Hitachi Data Systems as well as a Technical Marketing Engineer for Cypress Semiconductor. He has a BS in Electrical Engineering from RPI and an MBA from SUNY Albany. Favorite Quote: “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin
Milan has over 23 years of leadership experience with deep expertise in regulatory compliance. He is focused on accelerating organizational growth and understands what it takes to quickly and confidently deliver safe, compliant products to the global marketplace. In previous leadership roles, Milan implemented innovative marketing and sales strategies, developed beneficial strategic partnerships, and significantly enhanced revenue and customer acquisition.
