Quantum-Si Incorporated (Nasdaq: QSI), known as “The Protein Sequencing Company™,” has announced key leadership appointments. Effective September 17, 2024, Todd Bennett will join the company as the new Chief Commercial Officer. Additionally, John Vieceli, Ph.D., has been named Chief Product Officer, and Lindsay Thompson has been appointed Chief Human Resources Officer.
Jeff Hawkins, CEO of Quantum-Si, expressed enthusiasm for Bennett’s arrival, emphasizing his extensive industry experience. “Todd is a highly respected commercial leader, and his proven ability to build successful teams and drive the adoption of innovative technologies aligns perfectly with our goals for the commercialization of our Next-Generation Protein Sequencing™ technology,” Hawkins said.
Todd Bennett brings over 30 years of experience in commercial leadership within the life sciences tools and diagnostics sectors. His expertise spans sales, marketing, customer service, business development, and strategy, with previous roles at prominent companies such as Luminex, Abbott, Roche, and Immucor. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration with a focus on finance from the Max M. Fisher College of Business at Ohio State University.
The creation of the Chief Product Officer role, now filled by Dr. John Vieceli, is aimed at streamlining product development, production, and delivery processes. Hawkins noted that this new role will enhance Quantum-Si’s ability to deliver high-quality products on time. Dr. Vieceli, who joined Quantum-Si in December 2022, has played a crucial role in launching new sequencing kits and software tools. His previous leadership positions at Illumina, Omniome, and Pacific Biosciences, along with his expertise in bioinformatics and signal processing, make him well-suited to lead the product organization. Dr. Vieceli holds a Ph.D. in Theoretical Physical Chemistry from UC Santa Cruz and a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from Santa Clara University.
Lindsay Thompson’s promotion to Chief Human Resources Officer recognizes her significant contributions to the company’s culture and growth over the past four years. Thompson, who joined Quantum-Si in 2021, brings extensive HR leadership experience across various industries, including life sciences, financial services, distribution, and manufacturing. She holds a B.S. in Business Administration and is certified by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM).
In other news, Grace Johnston, Ph.D., has resigned from her position as Chief Commercial Officer. She will assist with the transition until September 6, 2024. The company expressed gratitude for her contributions during her tenure.
As part of Bennett’s onboarding, the Compensation Committee of Quantum-Si’s Board of Directors approved inducement awards, including stock options and restricted stock units, with a combined grant date fair value of $1 million. These awards will vest over a four-year period, contingent on Bennett’s continued employment.
