ELIAS Animal Health announces appointment of Tammy Ham to Board of Directors

Olathe, Kan., March 18, 2020 – ELIAS Animal Health, a clinical stage development company advancing novel treatments for cancer in companion animals, announces the appointment of Tammy Ham to its Board of Directors. Ms. Ham is President of BioNOVUS Innovations LLC, a Kansas City-based firm committed to investing in individuals and organizations who are transforming healthcare, and Chief Executive Officer of CicloMed LLC, a developmental-stage pharmaceutical company focusing on unmet needs in human oncology. “Tammy Ham is an established leader in the healthcare field and a fantastic addition to the ELIAS Board of Directors,” said Tammie Wahaus, CEO of ELIAS. “Her experience in leading the development of pharmaceutical products will prove invaluable as we work toward licensure of our canine cancer immunotherapy.” “I am excited to join the ELIAS Board of Directors and to be part of our region’s vibrant animal health community,” said Ms. Ham. “I am impressed with [...]

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ELIAS Animal Health announces new additions to leadership team ahead of clinical study launch

Olathe, Kan., February 26, 2020 – ELIAS Animal Health, a clinical stage development company advancing novel treatments for cancer in companion animals, announced today the appointment of Evan Courtemanche as Vice President of Manufacturing, and Jody Ehrhardt, as Director of Clinical Studies. Evan Courtemanche brings an extensive background in mammalian cell-culture manufacturing and supply chain functions in FDA and USDA-regulated therapeutics, and managing contract manufacturing relationships, both international and domestic. He currently oversees the biologics manufacturing processes and facility where the company’s USDA-regulated cancer immunotherapy is manufactured. Previously, Mr. Courtemanche served in manufacturing leadership and oversight roles for Aratana Therapeutics and Genzyme. Jody Ehrhardt, CCRC, brings more than 25 years of experience in clinical studies in both human and animal sciences. As the Director of Clinical Studies for ELIAS, she manages clinical study development, including protocol composition, study site recruitment and management, and regulatory reporting. Previously, she served as a [...]

By |2020-03-18T13:11:54-06:00February 26th, 2020|Categories: News|Tags: , |0 Comments

ELIAS Animal Health named a 2020 Kansas City Startup to Watch

ELIAS Animal Health has been named a 2020 Kansas City Startup to Watch by Startland News. The list of 10 startups is announced by Startland News each year and features innovative, entrepreneurial organizations making waves in the Kansas City area. “This nomination is a reflection of the hard work we’ve put in to bring our cancer immunotherapy to a broader audience,” said Tammie Wahaus, CEO of ELIAS. “I am excited to be included on this list of innovative companies in Kansas City, and look forward to a successful and impactful 2020.” Read the ELIAS Animal Health feature story, or view the full list startups on StartlandNews.com.

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University announces advancement in canine cancer treatment

The University of Missouri recently shared progress on their work in helping advance ELIAS Animal Health’s treatment for bone cancer in dogs. The canine immunotherapy treatment is now available at MU, as well as at other universities and specialty hospitals across the country. Dr. Jeff Bryan, director of the MU's Comparative Oncology and Epigenetics Laboratory and principal investigator of the clinical trial, said of the treatment, “It’s the first time that dogs with osteosarcoma have experienced prolonged survival without receiving chemotherapy, which is really exciting.” Read the full announcement.

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