About
Progenitor

Progenitor was incorporated in March 2006 to bridge a management gap between innovative technologies and commercial viability in the Life Sciences industry. Our focus is on New Product Development, Project Management, and Business Development; crucial functions that benefit significantly from the scalable expertise and network contacts that Progenitor offers.

Technical Director Barbara Goldman PhD, is an innovative and goal-oriented scientist with over 25 years of demonstrated success in the In vitro diagnostics industry, specializing in molecular diagnostics. Her attention to detail and formidable troubleshooting skills have been instrumental to the development of many ground-breaking assays, technologies and commercially successful IVD products, including the first FDA-cleared multiplex human disease genotyping test. Barbara is an exceptional collaborator and advisor to high-performing technical teams focused on state-of-the-art technologies and assays that address unmet medical needs. As a lead Research Scientist, Dr. Goldman worked closely with other internal departments (Operations, Product Development, Customer Support, etc.) and played key roles in building external relationships and collaborations with major IVD companies, world-renowned institutions, and customers. Barbara has been Progenitor’s Technical Director for over 10 years, adeptly advising client Companies on IVD product design and development programs and supporting existing product success.

Founder and Managing Director, Hartt Goldman, hons BSc, MBA, brings 25 + years of experience in the In vitro Diagnostics and BioPharma industries in a variety of technical and business roles. Mr. Goldman has scientific expertise in Research, Clinical studies, and Regulatory Affairs and business acumen in Project Management, Business Development and Strategic Staffing. Hartt’s experience with large, medium and start-up organizations in technical and business capacities underpins his ability to foster alignment, clarity and success for Life Science clients in challenging environments.