Kennon Smith
About Kennon Smith
Kennon Smith is a Manager of Platform at StrideBio, Inc, based in Durham, North Carolina. He has a background in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, holding a PhD from the University of Florida and has contributed significantly to AAV gene therapy advancements.
Current Role at StrideBio
Kennon Smith currently serves as Manager of Platform at StrideBio, Inc. since 2022. In this role, he is based in Durham, North Carolina, and is responsible for overseeing the development and advancement of the company's AAV gene therapy platform. His contributions focus on transitioning the platform from plasmid development to patient applications.
Previous Experience at StrideBio
Prior to his current position, Kennon Smith worked at StrideBio, Inc. as a Scientist from 2018 to 2021 and then as a Senior Scientist from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed significantly to the company's research initiatives in gene therapy, particularly in the area of structural virology.
Education and Expertise
Kennon Smith holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from James Cook University, which he completed in 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Winthrop University, graduating in 2012. Smith further advanced his education by obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Florida, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. His expertise includes biochemical and structural characterization of proteins.
Professional Background
Kennon Smith has a diverse professional background that includes roles in various organizations. He worked as a Technical Services Chemist at Cargill for four months in 2012 and served as a PhD Candidate and Researcher at the University of Florida from 2013 to 2018. Additionally, he held positions in sales and graphic design early in his career, including roles at Best Buy and Insignia Group.