Patina Solutions: Expands life sciences practice and opens in New Jersey market


Expanded US presence to help more companies within the Life Sciences corridor in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania



Brookfield, Wis. (Nov. 7, 2014) Patina Solutions, the fast-growing professional services firm that provides proven, accomplished executives with 25+ years of experience for key projects and engagements, is expanding its footprint and capability to serve Life Sciences companies by opening a new office in New Jersey. Patina’s Life Sciences practice is headed by Garry Barnes, National Practice Director.



The Life Sciences industry is working hard to address many regulatory, clinical, technological and QA/QC challenges – as well as navigating the ever changing landscape for patients, payers and providers. Patina is uniquely poised to provide experience and deep expertise to solve these complex problems, leverage opportunities, manage change, develop leaders and fill knowledge gaps.



Since 2008, Patina has worked with Life Sciences companies on a variety of key initiatives including life cycle management, FDA regulatory compliance, merger & acquisition integration, strategic marketing, manufacturing, quality assurance and controls, medical affairs, C-suite interim roles, executive coaching and leadership development.



“The innovative and nimble Life Sciences companies of today are a perfect fit for the flexible solutions offered by Patina,” said Garry Barnes, National Practice Director – Life Sciences. “Our professionals have years of experience, are very current in their respective areas of expertise, and are able to step in quickly to fill project and interim roles.”



“Patina has had a Life Sciences presence in the Midwest and we are excited to expand to the East Coast,” added Mike Harris, CEO. “Patina delivers such great value and expertise to Life Sciences companies by leveraging the knowledge and experience of the most talented and seasoned industry veterans.”



Patina has offices located throughout the country and helps organizations both domestically and internationally. New Jersey/Philadelphia is one of 12 key markets in the U.S. in which Patina has a presence. The firm was recently named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies with a three-year growth rate of 309%.



About Patina Solutions

Patina Solutions helps companies solve problems, realize opportunities and improve results through the flexible use of proven, accomplished professionals with 25+ years of experience. Services include execution of special projects and key initiatives, interim executive assignments, consulting and advisory engagements, change management, leadership development and board placements. With expertise across multiple business functions, Patina Solutions serves companies of different sizes and industries from offices in Milwaukee, Madison, Chicago, Boston, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Tampa, Minneapolis, Detroit, Green Bay and New Jersey – along with its growing international capabilities. The firm was named to Inc. 500|5000 list of fastest-growing privately held companies in America in 2013 and 2014. Learn more at www.patinasolutions.com.