Ross Burn

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About Ross Burn

I’m building a business that makes a lasting difference: for people, science and the scientific community. As CEO and co-founder of CatSci, I’m on a mission to build a robust business: one that creates jobs through great science, tackles global health challenges, and redefines what innovation looks like in UK pharma. Here’s the challenge: • Biotech leaders need trusted innovation partners to de-risk development • Investors want scalable, high-growth platforms that deliver strong returns • IP owners need to demonstrate their tech is commercially ready • Talent needs a place where they can grow, thrive, and belong That’s where CatSci comes in. We’re a science-led CRDMO empowering breakthroughs in complex synthetic medicines. We solve the tough problems. We accelerate development. And we deliver real impact. Highlights I'm proud of: • 50%+ YoY growth for 10 years, all while being bootstrapped • Queen’s Award for Enterprise, CPHI Innovation Award, Business Wales Export • Acquired Reach Separations to expand our expertise • Shortlisted by Goldman Sachs as ‘Most Likely to Become a Unicorn’ What drives me? • Investing in people and new technologies • Building a vibrant, empowered culture • Ensuring every colleague shares in our success (yes, we’re all share option holders) • Creating a company that continues to make a difference for generations Let’s connect if you're passionate about science-led innovation: Ring my bell to see my content Send a DM with your problem