Ginkgo Bioworks

Since 2008, we've supported government entities with our synthetic biology platform, utilizing a diverse range of expertise — including microbial engineering, fermentation, biosynthetic design, and AI/ML — to address critical environmental, health, and security challenges.

Ginkgo's Government Team

Our team is led by scientists and bioengineers with extensive federal agency experience. Our leadership team and program managers bring deep knowledge of both government requirements and commercial capabilities. This perspective enables us to maximize the impact of public-private partnerships.

LEADERSHIP

Wendy Goodson, PhD

Molecular biologist advancing synthetic biology and genome editing for defense applications. Two decades of experience integrating biotechnologies with national security priorities.

LEADERSHIP

Zach Smith

Strategic leader with 15 years in federal business development, specializing in FAR/DFAR compliance. Deep expertise in aligning biotechnology solutions with defense, space, and health sector requirements.

LEADERSHIP

Peter Donaghue

Senior Director overseeing government project portfolio with two decades in federal contracting. Former NIH and DARPA advisor, specializing in acquisition strategy and federal compliance.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

David Borhani, PhD

Biopharmaceutical expert with 25+ years in drug discovery and development. Leads government partnerships in immunology, oncology, and infectious disease innovation.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Jesse Dill, PhD

Strategic leader with expertise in biophysics and synthetic biology. Former DARPA program support driving initiatives in public health and biosecurity.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Hanny Rivera, PhD

Government business development leader specializing in climate-related biotechnologies. Former DOE Fellow advancing bio-based solutions for environmental challenges.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Dan Siegal, PhD

Former DARPA Technical Advisor and Johns Hopkins APL Senior Scientist. Combines bioengineering expertise with strategic insight to advance federal R&D objectives.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Alexander Voorhies, PhD

Genomics and synthetic biology expert leading national security initiatives. Former DARPA consultant specializing in biosecurity and emerging biotechnologies.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Susan Buckhout-White, PhD

Materials science expert managing synthetic biology and biosensing programs. Former DARPA Technical Advisor specializing in AI-driven materials development.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Elizabeth Kilpatrick

Operations expert specializing in government contracting and financial management. Eight years' experience optimizing federal partnerships and ensuring compliance.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Suzanne Szak, PhD

Biochemist with specialized expertise in bioinformatics and computational biology. Experience spans government, industry, and academic appointments managing genetics/genomics and therapeutics initiatives.

Our team is excited to learn how Ginkgo can accelerate your agency's goals. Schedule a call, meeting, or site tour to learn more.

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