Our future depends upon better chemistry
Molecules comprise everything in our world, including ourselves.
Consequently, the solutions to many of the greatest challenges humanity faces are rooted in molecular innovation.
Consequently, the solutions to many of the greatest challenges humanity faces are rooted in molecular innovation.
Transition State unleashes the power of entrepreneurs dedicated to creating molecular solutions for a sustainable future
Come build with us
We work hand-in-hand with founders in a high-touch, high-value approach to help them achieve success
Meet our team
PARTNER
Jake
Entrepreneurship is in Jake’s DNA. He has 15+ years across early-stage venture building, investing, business innovation, and strategic advisory. His thoughts and perspectives on innovation have been featured in articles and podcasts from publishers like Fast Company, Bloomberg.
FUN FACT
I ran with the bulls in Pamplona in 2009.
WHY TRANSITION STATE?
Now that I have two young daughters, I feel compelled to do what I can to leave the world in a better place.
EXPERIENCE
PARTNER
Tim
Tim is a builder – of teams, companies, capabilities (and baseball card collections). He has held several leadership roles in academia and business, has mentored more than 200 scientists, and has 10+ years across early-stage venture building, business innovation, and strategic advisory. Currently he is a professor of chemistry at MIT and as of July 1, 2024, will be Professor Emeritus so that he can dedicate is full attention and time to helping others commercialize their amazing innovations.
FUN FACT
My middle name appears in the motto of my current state of residence. How did my parents know?
WHY TRANSITION STATE?
Everywhere I go I get to hear about the breathtaking innovations of chemists. Many of them share with me that they are thinking seriously about starting a company, but far fewer are confident that they know what to do next. I would like to share my enthusiasm for problem-solving and the lessons I have learned during my entrepreneurial experiences to help others navigate the important steps between idea and launch.
EXPERIENCE
PARTNER
Matt
Matt has spent more than 25 years in the pharmaceutical and allied health industry. Driven by restless curiosity Matt has been engaged in the development of new manufacturing technologies for biologic and chemical therapeutics throughout his career. A motivation to reduce the environmental impact chemical manufacturing using continuous manufacturing led to the chemical technology firm Snapdragon Chemistry. Matt led Snapdragon as President and CEO from 2015 through its acquisition in January 2023 by Cambrex Corporation. As a seasoned chemist – entrepreneur, Matt wants to help other scientists working on environmentally important solutions succeed in launching their ideas.
FUN FACT
My sourdough starter is more than 10 years old and has lived on both coasts.
WHY TRANSITION STATE?
The environmental problems facing the planet today are problems of chemistry. Chemists are uniquely skilled to provide solutions. But these solutions will only be impactful if they can be successfully commercialized. Unfortunately, there are large barriers to entry for chemical entrepreneurs. TSP can help lower the barriers – i.e. reduce the activation energy – to the successful commercial launch of these solutions. Through mentoring entrepreneurs and connecting them to resources, TSP can lower the barriers and increase the odds of success.
TSP was founded by scientist entrepreneurs with the mission of helping other scientist entrepreneurs build successful companies. We understand the science and we know what it takes to build a successful company.
EXPERIENCE
PARTNER
Sejal
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