About Us
Akretiv Animal Health is an asset-focused development company operating at the intersection of human and animal health. We identify human life sciences assets with credible veterinary potential and build the animal-health-specific evidence, strategy and partnerships required to make those assets more valuable and transaction-ready.
Even a promising human program may be too early for an animal health buyer. It may lack target-species proof of concept, a practical veterinary formulation, regulatory clarity, a commercialization strategy or a defensible animal health valuation. Akretiv acts as an outsourced animal health development team: we evaluate the opportunity, secure an option or other defined rights, establish the target product profile and development plan, budget the work needed to reach the next inflection point, and coordinate execution.
When external capital is required, the program can be organized in a dedicated special purpose vehicle (SPV). This ring-fenced structure allows investors to evaluate and fund a specific asset while the human life sciences partner remains focused on its core human program. Akretiv seeks to monetize each animal health program through a strategic sale, license or co-development transaction at the point that offers the best available risk-adjusted outcome.
Founding Executive Team
Alexis Nahama, DVM
Founder, CEO
- 25+ years of experience in the biotechnology, animal health and life sciences industry
- 10 years executive experience in human Life Sciences/Biotech
- Led global development and commercialization of multiple prescription drugs
- Executive team (head of marketing) for $9B publicly traded company (VCA Antech)
- 30 publications in the field of translational, pain and business development
Silvia Chang, MBA
Co-Founder, Head of Operations
- 25+ years of experience in the biotechnology, animal health and life sciences industry
- Led development (including CMC) of many biopharmaceuticals, small molecule products
- Built, staffed and started up GMP manufacturing facility
- Successfully established functions and built teams in start-up environment
- Extensive experience in alliance management, including working with international teams
Board of Directors
The Akretiv Animal Health Board of Directors brings together a diverse team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience across animal health, human life sciences, legal strategy, business management, fundraising, and global networks. Their collective expertise includes decades of leadership in pharmaceutical and biotech innovation, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and driving successful commercialization strategies. With a proven track record in securing funding, fostering strategic partnerships, and scaling businesses, the board provides invaluable guidance to ensure Akretiv’s mission of transforming animal health innovation is achieved. Their rich networks across industries further amplify Akretiv’s ability to unlock opportunities and deliver impactful solutions.
Strategic Advisor