Sax brings more than two decades of
executive-level leadership experience to South's governing
board.
SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 13,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- South
University is pleased to announce the appointment
of Adriann Sax as the new chair of its Board of Managers. With
over 25 years of executive experience in the biopharmaceutical and
biotechnology industries, Sax brings a wealth of knowledge and
strategic vision that will greatly benefit the university's ongoing
growth and development.
Currently the President and CEO of biotechnology firm
Vetigenetics LLC, Sax's career has spanned several leadership roles
in high-growth startups and major biopharma companies. She is
credited with raising over $700
million in financing across various organizations, making
her an ideal choice to guide South's governing board.
As chair, Sax will lead and represent South's Board of Managers,
a seven-person board responsible for charting policy-making for the
university.
"Adriann's innovative approach and commitment to excellence and
growth will be instrumental in guiding South
University's continued development," said South University Chancellor Dr. Steven K. Yoho. "We are excited to welcome her
into this pivotal leadership role and look forward to the impact
she will bring to our institution."
A co-founder of Vetigenetics, which specializes in the discovery
and development of antibody-based immunotherapies to treat cancer
and chronic diseases in companion animals, Sax has led the company
from an academic startup to a growth-oriented biotech firm. Her
leadership has resulted in the advancement of two lead products
into clinical trials and the establishment of significant
partnerships and funding, including a $2.3
million SBIR Phase 2 grant from the National Cancer
Institute.
"South University has made
remarkable strides distinguishing itself in the field of higher
education through a powerful combination of small class sizes,
high-caliber curricula, and flexible learning models whose
accessibility truly meets the needs of individuals pursuing higher
learning in today's modern economy," Sax said. "I am thrilled to
have the opportunity to contribute to this great institution's
continued success."
Sax succeeds Dr. Michael
Colegrove as SU's Board of Managers Chair. A renowned
administrator, author, and a former U.S. Army Colonel, Dr.
Colegrove served as chair for more than five years, leading the
University's policy-making board.
The Board of Managers Chair succession follows the recent
appointment of three new members to the university's governing
board:
- Bradley Talbert, CEO of Savannah's Memorial Health Hospital
- Dr. Brock Haas, director of Eagle Ridge Conference Center
& Resort at Hinds Community
College
- Attorney and entrepreneur Steven
Gordon
South University currently educates
over 10,000 students in programs ranging from nursing to pharmacy
to business administration across 11 campuses in the Southeastern United States, as well as
South University's online programs.
About South
University
South
University is accredited by the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award
associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees.
South University also may offer
credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved
degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of
South University may be directed in writing to the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at
1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA
30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information
available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
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