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Keith Hale Takes the Helm as Group CEO

On January 23, 2025, the scientific community welcomed Keith Hale as the new Group CEO of Titian Software and Labguru (BioData Inc.), two powerhouses in laboratory data management. This strategic appointment aims to accelerate the advancement of digital lab operations, setting a new benchmark for efficiency and innovation in research and development (R&D).

Keith brings an impressive track record with over three decades of software and technology leadership experience. He co-founded Netik and served as CEO of Multifonds, showcasing his capability to foster growth and innovation. In his previous role as Executive Chairman and CEO, Hale successfully established TrustQuay by merging Microgen and Touchstone, further solidifying his expertise in leading transformative initiatives.

As Group CEO, Hale is set to oversee a global organization that integrates the strengths of Labguru and Titian Software. Under his leadership, the focus will be on enhancing capabilities in sample management, inventory control, Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN), and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). These advancements are crucial for increasing productivity and streamlining the complexities involved in scientific research.

The robust technology solutions offered by Titian and Labguru are poised to support more than 900 customers and over 45,000 scientists worldwide. Titian's flagship product, Mosaic, is recognized as a comprehensive sample management platform deployed by leading pharmaceutical corporations. Eight out of the top ten pharmaceutical companies leverage Mosaic to effectively manage sample inventories, which can exceed a billion samples, giving laboratories the tools necessary for cutting-edge scientific inquiry.

Mosaic's compatibility with major laboratory equipment, including automated storage solutions and liquid handlers, complements Labguru’s cloud-based platform. Labguru brings together an ELN, LIMS, and AI-driven informatics capabilities designed for R&D and quality control labs, extending its services to academia, biotech, and emerging global pharmaceutical companies. This integration of services is tailor-made to meet modern laboratory demands.

Jesse Feldman, a partner at Battery Ventures and a board member of Titian Software, notes that Hale’s leadership is pivotal for the adoption of automation and data management enhancements in laboratory environments. He emphasizes Hale's successful history of strategically unlocking technological advancements for companies, predicting that this new direction will greatly benefit clients.

With the combined expertise from both Labguru and Titian, the management team plans to position themselves as leaders in digital lab operations. Hale commented, “The future lies in digital transformation. Labs that embrace this change will lead the charge in innovation.” Thus, under his stewardship, the expectation is that scientific discovery will be significantly propelled forward through enhanced lab management and automation.

Jonathan Gross, founder of Labguru and now Chief Product Officer, has expressed gratitude towards Ariel Yarnitsky for facilitating Labguru's development to its current stature and looks forward to working under Hale to expand technological capabilities, simplifying intricate scientific data management tasks.

About Titian Software

Titian Software stands as a foremost provider of sample management solutions tailored for research laboratories, biobanks, and the biopharmaceutical industry. The company’s Mosaic Sample Management Software features an extensive range of tools for tracking samples, managing inventory, and streamlining workflows while ensuring data integrity throughout the sample lifecycle.

About Labguru

Labguru has established itself as a premier cloud-based laboratory data management platform, catering to various sectors, including global pharmaceutical companies and biotech firms. Its integrated system allows researchers to plan, document, and automate their research processes while providing comprehensive tools to enhance productivity.

The synergies between Titian Software and Labguru promise a new era of digital lab operation, deeply enhancing the research and development landscape and fostering greater innovation in the biopharma sector.