Tiju Theccanat
About Tiju Theccanat
Tiju Theccanat is a Regional Account Manager at Vizgen with extensive experience in sales and account management across various scientific and healthcare sectors. He has a strong background in forming partnerships and delivering product demonstrations, supported by degrees in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Biological Sciences.
Work at Vizgen
Tiju Theccanat has been serving as a Regional Account Manager at Vizgen since 2022. In this role, he specializes in delivering impactful product demonstrations and nurturing sales in both new and developed markets. His responsibilities include forming partnerships with key opinion leaders across various sectors, including academic institutions, contract research organizations (CROs), contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs), contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare.
Education and Expertise
Tiju Theccanat holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Biological Sciences from DePaul University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2014. His academic background supports his expertise in the life sciences sector, enhancing his capabilities in account management and business development.
Background
Tiju Theccanat has a diverse professional background in both academic and industry settings. He began his career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Illinois from 2008 to 2009. He later worked as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Illinois and DePaul University, gaining valuable experience in educational environments. His transition to industry roles included positions such as Research Technologist at Northwestern University and Account Executive at USA Scientific.
Professional Experience
Tiju Theccanat has accumulated extensive experience in various roles within the life sciences and sales sectors. His previous positions include Research Assistant at the University of Chicago Medical Center, Business Development Manager at Takara Bio USA, Inc., and Territory Sales Manager at Nexcelom Bioscience. He also served as an Instrument Sales Specialist at Akoya Biosciences, Inc. from 2020 to 2022. Throughout his career, he has developed training programs for new distribution representatives and field application specialists.
Achievements in Partnership Development
Tiju Theccanat has a strong track record of forming partnerships with key opinion leaders in various fields, including academic institutions, CROs, CDMOs, CMOs, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. His ability to cultivate relationships and drive collaboration has been a significant aspect of his career, contributing to successful sales strategies and business growth.