Team
Our Tobin Scientific team is comprised of approximately one hundred dedicated individuals, spread across the country, each fulfilling a crucial role in sustaining the pace and precision of our operations and services. This includes our committed drivers, who guarantee safe and punctual transport, the proficient professionals at our headquarters, and the expert teams executing on-site procedures in our warehouses, biorepositories, and client locations. Every member of our team contributes to our shared mission.
Executive Leadership
Brian Tobin
Brian is the Chief Executive Officer of Tobin Scientific, a national leader in life science services. He has overseen the company's consistent growth, including the launch of multiple new business lines and build out of senior management.
Brian is passionate about serving Tobin Scientific's diverse range of clients, from innovative biotech startups to respected Principal Investigators and industry leaders. He is particularly proud to carry on the Tobin family legacy of providing high-quality service to the life science community.
Raised in a family of entrepreneurs, Brian started working for Tobin at a young age, helping out on the company's trucks and in the field. After graduating from college, Brian worked as an adjunct professor of accounting and economics and a college basketball coach. He returned to Tobin Scientific in 2013, working his way up through the ranks, eventually becoming CEO in 2015.
Brian holds a BA from the University of Massachusetts and a M.Ed. from Endicott College, and proudly serves on the board of multiple organizations including Life Science Cares.
Erik Groszyk
Erik is COO of Tobin Scientific. Erik has a successful track record of rapidly deploying commercial sites, and implementing software and automation solutions at scale. Erik began serving as a Senior Advisor to the company in 2022, before joining full-time a year later. He has managed operations, and supported the development of proprietary software and hardware at multiple venture-backed companies, including Zordi (Khosla Ventures) and Plenty (SoftBank). Erik’s career began as an investment banking analyst at Torreya Partners, where he focused on Healthcare. Erik holds an undergraduate degree from Harvard College.
Jillian Bernard, CPA
Jillian is the VP of Finance at Tobin Scientific, bringing over 15 years of experience in various finance and accounting roles. She previously held leadership positions at SIONYX, Rue Gilt Groupe, and American Renal Associates, with significant contributions to their financial accuracy, strategy, and success. Jillian earned her Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Accounting from Bentley University.
Nikky Sunyar
Nikky manages and oversees our sales team. She brings over 19 years of sales and service expertise across life sciences, environmental, and chemical and hazardous materials. Previous to joining Tobin, Nikky was a District Sales Director at Clean Harbor and a Technical Services Manager at Triumvirate.
She earned her BA in Biology from Merrimack College.
Sales and Customer Success Team
Rich Giordano
With over 20 years of experience at Tobin, Rich is a highly seasoned expert in laboratory relocation, principal investigator support, and more. Collaborating closely with both operations and customer stakeholders, he delivers tailored solutions for projects of any size. Rich's impeccable reputation within the industry is built upon trusted, long-term relationships he maintains with clients.
Zack Newman
Zack's extensive experience in life science services, spanning roles as crew lead and project manager, grants him an in-depth understanding of laboratory relocations, transportation of biological material, and the installation and management of capital equipment. With a strong network of industry contacts and a commitment to staying current, he consistently delivers exceptional results for our clients.
Joshua Jones
Joshua Jones is our Director of Enterprise Accounts at Tobin. Joshua has extensive previous experience in life science sales and account management. His dedication to fostering strong client relationships and his innate ability to understand the complex needs of our industry's key players have made him an invaluable asset.
Michael Walsh
Mike is a Project Manager at Tobin Scientific, where he spearheads new technologies and processes to best serve our clients. He has over 15 years of experience in project management and logistics, and previously was a Manager at Clean Harbors Environmental Services.
Department Leaders
David Hamilton is our Senior Director of cGMP Warehousing and Lab Asset Management. A recognized industry leader, David drives operational enhancement and growth through his extensive knowledge of cGMP guidelines and their applications. Previously, he held senior warehouse operations roles at leading companies, including Oxford Biomedica Solutions.
Mark is a VP of Operations at Tobin Scientific, leading various operational initiatives and drawing from over a decade of diverse experience. Prior to Tobin, Mark made significant contributions to Emulate, where he spent over six years managing and optimizing biotech facility operations. He is a graduate of Wayne State College, and outside of his professional endeavors, he cherishes family time and nurtures a passion for sailing.
Heather is the Senior Director of Logistics at Tobin Scientific, a role she stepped into after amassing a wealth of experience in national logistics and operations management. Her journey with Tobin began back in 2006 when she first served as Operations Manager for over seven years, marking the beginning of her significant contributions to the organization.
Brett is the Associate Director of Operations at Tobin Scientific, where he plays a pivotal role in managing the field & fleet teams. His expertise extends to overseeing various sites and mentoring new site managers, as well as ensuring operational excellence across the board. Prior to Tobin Scientific, Brett served as a General Manager at Yard House Boston.
Julia is the Head of Quality at Tobin Scientific, leveraging her rich experience in quality and engineering management. Prior to joining Tobin, Julia worked at The Azzur Group for over four years in various roles and before that was a Manager at Anheuser-Busch. She holds a Master of Science degree in Engineering Management from Tufts University and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
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