About Biodetector BD-500
Ave Maria Biotech, Inc. is a pioneering healthcare technology company dedicated to transforming airborne pathogen detection with our groundbreaking BD-500 device.
Leadership Team
David Hamner
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr.
Ronald C. Freeze, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
David Hamner began his career as a management consultant in EY Parthenon's Strategy & Transactions practice where he advised on strategic, operational and value creation elements of M&A transactions for some of the world's largest companies. In 2019 Hamner joined Masergy as Chief of Staff to the CEO where he drove strategy across the organization and support the company's $1,000,000,000+ sales to Comcast Business.
Ronald C. Freeze, Ph.D.
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr.
Ronald C. Freeze, Ph.D.
President
Dr. Freeze has over 25 years of global experience in industry spanning biologics, pharmaceuticals, devices, and diagnostics. In his most recent role as the Global Head of Medical Technology at ProPharma, he leveraged his diverse experience to built a fully integrated cross-functional and global organization to drive value for clients in the quickly advancing MedTech area. He worked with clients on cutting edge detection and diagnostics technology throughout the COVID pandemic.
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr.
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr.
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr.
Chief Science Officer
Dr. Robert Redfield, Jr. served as the Director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention from 2018 to 2021, leading a top federal agency in the global pandemic response. A retired US Army medical officer, Dr. Redfield has led public health initiatives and clinical research and care of chronic human viral infections and infectious diseases for 30 years.
Michael R. Caputo
Michael R. Caputo
Michael R. Caputo
Founder / Chief Communications Officer
Michael Caputo served as Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs at the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and was a founding staffer at Operation Warp Speed, the groundbreaking effort to develop COVID countermeasures. As the most senior HHS communications officer, he led efforts to educate the public during the coronavirus pandemic.
David Bellavia
Michael R. Caputo
Michael R. Caputo
VP, National Security Sector
Retired US Army SSG David Bellavia was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2019 for his actions during the Second Battle of Fallujah of the Iraq War. A renown public speaker and successful business executive, Bellavia is a tireless advocate for the health and safety of our military forces.