Our Story
BIOIONIX® was originally founded by a NASA grant for space shuttle water reuse. While focusing on an out-of-world science, we inadvertently developed a new technology that safely and naturally disrupts and destroys the DNA and RNA of harmful diseases and Pathogens.
We provide the technology that eliminates harmful pathogens and disease from our food supply.
Meet our amazing team
We are your PARTNERS!
Our technology and AI is supported by an incredibly passionate, expert team of engineers, food safety professionals, chemists and animal health experts! We are an extension of your team.
Ryan Karns
CEO
Ryan’s Engineering background goes deep into the development of the technology that delivers our solution. He’s on the mission to solve your food safety challenges, understanding your food business from planning and manufacturing to final consumable product.
Kyle Jenson
Vice President of Sales
You won’t find a more passionate partner, looking to make an impact for our customers. Kyle has 20+ years of implementing new technologies in the pharmaceutical, biotech and food safety industry.
Leigh Thornberry
Director of Marketing & Partnerships
Leigh has 20+ years-experience with Branding/Marketing for some of the world’s household-name food brands like Del Monte, White Wave Foods, ConAgra and more. She supports our partners with the BIOSAIF24/7 data, verifying the success of their sustainability goals.
John McBride
Co-Owner
John is Co-Owner and serves as Chief Vision Officer for BIOIONIX, extending the knowledge of our innovation to support every aspect of food safety from farm to table. Founder of VES, supporting animal-centered environments (ACE) for healthy farms, John’s taking BIOIONIX solutions to serve all aspects of food safety.
Jennifer McBride
Co-Owner
The better half, Jennifer McBride is Co-Owner and serves as Chief Financial Officer at BIOIONIX. Together Jennifer and John have founded and established emerging companies focused on animal and planet health with the goal of helping customers make the world a better place.
Dave Almquist
Engineering Manager
Dave has over 30-years engineering experience in various industries with extensive experience in the food supply chain, both pre-and post harvest. Dave is excited about sharing the benefits of the BIOIONIX Technology with the world’s food producers!
Katlin Flathau
Key Account Manager
Katlin is the BIOIONIX Service Manager, supervising our team of technicians who install and maintain our systems. Using the BIOSAIF24/7 AI, Kat’s team monitors, records and communicates the system status to ensure our partners have the necessary information and peace of mind to manage their food production.
Dr. Paulina Artacho Vargas
Director of Sales
Dr. Paulina Artacho is a Marine Biologist and our Director of Sales for South America. She’s a leader in the environmental data analysis, including red tides, and production data. Paulina’s background has given her a transversal and deep vision of the problems and challenges of food processing, especially Aquaculture farming industry to support BIOIONIX in making a positive environmental impact.
Derek Argall
Electrochemical Engineer
As an electrochemical engineer at BIOIONIX, Derek develops and optimizes electrolysis systems to achieve specific client goals. His expertise in chemical processes and electrochemical technologies fuels his passion for problem-solving and innovation.
Jake Wirag
Operations Manager
Jake brings over 15 years of operational and management experience to the BIOIONIX team. His extensive background in operations allows for a smooth flow in production and the guarantee of a great finished solution for our partners.
Matthew Klubertanz
Field Service
Matt is the on the Field Service Team of technicians who install and maintain the BIOIONIX BIOSAIF24/7™ systems. Matt communicates with customer partners, providing remote support and travels on site to perform the bi-annual maintenance as part of our Assurance Plan.
Frequently asked questions
Just a few quick responses to some FAQs. Want to learn more? Give us a call at (855) 410-8302
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