Chris Fetterly
About Chris Fetterly
Chris Fetterly serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Future Fields, where he focuses on insect expression for difficult proteins. He has a diverse background in academia and industry, including roles at the University of Alberta and the University of Northern British Columbia.
Current Role at Future Fields
Chris Fetterly serves as the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Future Fields, a company known for its innovative approach in biotechnology. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's focus on insect expression for difficult proteins at scale. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and marketing initiatives to drive growth and market presence in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience at University of Alberta
Before joining Future Fields, Chris Fetterly worked as the Director of the Student Innovation Centre at the University of Alberta from 2018 to 2020. In this role, he was responsible for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among students, helping to develop their skills and ideas into viable projects. His experience at the university contributed to his expertise in building relationships and networks.
Academic Background in Biomedical Sciences
Chris Fetterly studied Biomedical Sciences at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), where he earned a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Hons) from 2010 to 2013. He furthered his education at the University of Alberta, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Chemistry and Nanoscience from 2013 to 2018. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in biotechnology.
Career Path Prior to Current Role
Prior to his current role at Future Fields, Chris Fetterly held various positions that shaped his career. He worked as a Research Associate at the University of Northern British Columbia from 2012 to 2013, focusing on research projects. He also served as an Engineering Technologist at ANDRITZ AUTOMATION from 2007 to 2010, where he gained practical engineering experience.
Interests and Entrepreneurial Skills
Chris Fetterly has a keen interest in several advanced industries, including quantum computing, artificial intelligence, fusion energy, space colonization, decentralized computing, and longevity drug development. His passion for building companies and relationships highlights his entrepreneurial spirit and networking abilities, which are essential in his current role in the biotechnology sector.