About
BioIT Solutions
BioIT Solutions was founded in 2006 with a clear mission: to provide tailored IT solutions that empower both emerging and established biotechnology companies. Backed by decades of industry experience, our team brings deep expertise in the intersection of biotechnology and information technology. Our founders have spent over 20 years working in various senior roles within the biotech sector, including positions as Chief Information Officer (CIO), and Directors of Bioinformatics, Quality Systems, and Clinical Systems.
Our team has successfully navigated the complex and demanding requirements of genomic research and bioinformatics, ensuring data integrity and compliance throughout. We have led major drug development projects, managing the intricate coordination between R&D, regulatory, and production teams. Furthermore, we have firsthand experience launching clinical operations, ensuring that our partners can seamlessly move from development to market-ready product functions. Our hands-on experience across these fields allows us to understand the unique challenges of both early-stage biotechnology startups and larger organizations with legacy systems.
With a track record of delivering scalable, efficient, and compliant IT solutions, BioIT Solutions has become the trusted partner for biotech companies looking to streamline their processes and accelerate their innovation. Whether you’re modernizing existing systems or building from the ground up, our comprehensive approach ensures that your company can manage the complexities of biotech operations with ease. Our dedication to solving the industry’s toughest IT challenges makes us the ideal partner for biotech firms at any stage of their journey.
Michael R. Fannon
Vice President
Pharmaceutical Research and Development IT Systems
Michael Fannon has over 20 years of experience in designing and managing systems for biotechnology research, development, clinical trials, and product manufacturing. He advises emerging biotech companies on business strategy, process engineering, IT infrastructure, and lab automation. As the chief architect of BioIT Solutions’ Portal Products, Mike developed a suite of tools for capturing, analyzing, and presenting information across the biotech product lifecycle.
Previously, Mike served as Vice President and CIO of Human Genome Sciences (HGS) from 1994 to 2005, where he led the implementation of computerized systems for lab data collection, research, clinical trials, and manufacturing. Before HGS, he founded and led TSI Consulting, and held technical and management roles at Martin Marietta’s Information Systems Group.
Mike has authored publications in scientific and business journals and is a co-inventor on two microbial genome patents. He also serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Barrie School.
Mike holds an MBA in Operations Analysis from The American University and a Bachelor’s in Physics from Rollins College.
Bob Beliveau
Vice President
Pharmaceutical Research and Development IT Systems
Bob Beliveau has over 25 years of experience in the life sciences industry, specializing in IT project management, process reengineering, and regulatory compliance. He has worked with numerous biotechnology, diagnostics, and medical device companies, focusing on research, development, manufacturing, and quality systems.
Bob is the architect behind BioIT’s 1PLATFORM4® Product Development and Analytical Testing (PDAT) solution, which integrates material management, inventory, and laboratory informatics (LIMS). This platform brings top-tier capabilities to emerging biotech companies, enhancing visibility into product development and helping accelerate time to market.
Prior to BioIT, Bob served as Senior Director of Production Systems at Human Genome Sciences (HGS) from 2001 to 2006. Since then, he has been instrumental in building BioIT into a leader in specialty informatics, contributing to both the company’s quality systems and technical infrastructure.
Bob holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Maryland and is an active member of the World Batch Forum (WBF) and the Society of Quality Assurance (SQA). He also supports various charities and is an avid soccer coach.
Jeff Schumack
Vice President
Molecular Diagnostics and Clinical IT Systems
Jeff Schumack has over 30 years of IT experience, primarily in the biotechnology sector. His expertise spans managing complex projects, leading multi-disciplinary teams, building validation programs compliant with FDA regulations (21 CFR, Part 11), and developing custom laboratory software for clinical research and development organizations.
Jeff has played a key role in developing BioIT Solutions’ molecular diagnostics and clinical platforms, helping diagnostics and biopharma companies implement enterprise systems tailored to their needs. Previously, as Associate Director of Clinical & Regulatory Systems at Human Genome Sciences, he directed the implementation of clinical trial infrastructure and created HGS’s computerized system validation program. He also served as the lead IT contact during FDA and partner audits.
Earlier in his career, Jeff was a partner at TSI Consulting, where he managed IT services for biotech companies, including custom software development for biologic testing and genomic research. Jeff has presented his work at various conferences, including the American Statistical Association and EMC’s Momentum conference.
Jeff holds a BS in Computational Mathematics from Michigan State University.
Dori Gonzalez-Acevedo
Vice President
Quality Assurance
Dori Gonzalez-Acevedo has 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specializing in regulatory compliance strategy and computer systems validation. She began her career developing FDA-approved manufacturing processes before moving into operations quality roles, where she established risk-based quality systems.
Dori has focused on risk-based compliance strategy throughout her career, including roles at Genilogix and as Director of Quality Systems at Avnet. As VP of Strategic Solutions at Tx3, she expanded services, advancing client understanding of compliance, automation, and testing.
John Labarge
Senior Consultant
John Labarge has nearly 25 years of experience in IT within the life sciences industry. He specializes in developing custom Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for biotechnology companies and creating computerized system validation (CSV) documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
Previously, John was the Associate Director of Computer Validation and IT Compliance at Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, where he managed the CSV program and acted as a liaison between IT and business departments to ensure compliance. He has also led validation and implementation projects for multiple pharma and biotech companies, including a global ALM system for a Fortune 500 firm.
John holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Virginia Tech and enjoys coaching his son’s football team.
Ken Koeser
Senior Consultant
Ken Koeser has 20 years of experience in the life sciences industry. At BioIT, he ensures that 1PLATFORM4 deployments add value to clients’ business processes and evolve alongside improvements.
Previously, as Associate Director at Human Genome Sciences, Ken implemented validated systems for Quality Management, Learning Management, and more. He has spoken at industry conferences on COTS configurations for business processes. At GSK, he served as IT Business Partner, managing corporate services and leading the ERP deployment at the Rockville site, impacting manufacturing and quality processes.
Ken holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Science and Mechanics from Virginia Tech.