Annie Tsong
About Annie Tsong
Annie Tsong serves as the Chief Strategy and Product Officer at Amyris, focusing on product innovation and strategic ingredient development since her appointment in 2021.
Annie Tsong Chief Strategy Officer at Amyris
Annie Tsong is the Chief Strategy Officer & Product & Ingredients at Amyris, a position she has held since 2021. She oversees the strategic direction and the development of new products and ingredients at the company. Her role involves leveraging her extensive background in research and product innovation to drive the company’s growth.
Annie Tsong's Career at Amyris
Annie Tsong started her career at Amyris in 2008, joining the Research and Development division. Over the years, she has been instrumental in several foundational accomplishments within the company. She established Amyris' microbial production platform, a cornerstone of the company's operations. Additionally, she founded the Program Management Office, which successfully brought some of Amyris' highest-priority molecules to market.
Annie Tsong's Contributions to Product Innovation
After focusing on foundational technologies, Annie Tsong shifted her attention to product innovation. She built an ingredient development pipeline that emphasizes fast-to-market opportunities. Her work has significantly impacted the pace and success rate of new product introductions at Amyris.
Annie Tsong's Academic Background and Expertise
Annie Tsong holds an AB in Biochemical Sciences from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in genetics from the University of California, San Francisco. She was also a Miller Fellow at the University of California, Berkeley. These academic credentials underline her profound expertise in the fields of biochemical sciences and genetics, which she brings to her role at Amyris.
Annie Tsong's Scientific Contributions
Annie Tsong has authored multiple landmark scientific publications, particularly in metabolic engineering and evolution of transcriptional regulation. She is also an inventor on numerous key patents within Amyris' intellectual property portfolio. Additionally, she is a frequent speaker at international scientific conferences, sharing her knowledge and insights with the broader scientific community.