Frank L. Jaksch Jr. is a Co-Founder of the Company and has served as a member of Board since February 2000. Mr. Jaksch served as Chairman of the Board from May 2010 to October 2011 and was its Co-Chairman from February 2000 to May 2010. In June of 2018, Mr. Jaksch transitioned from Chief Executive Officer to Executive Chairman of the Board.

Mr. Jaksch oversees research, strategy and operations for the Company with a focus on scientific and novel products for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical markets.

From 1993 to 1999, Mr. Jaksch served as International Subsidiaries Manager of Phenomenex, a life science supply company where he managed the international subsidiary and international business development divisions.

Mr. Jaksch earned a B.S. in Chemistry and Biology from Valparaiso University.