Akron Biotech Employee Directory
Biotechnology ResearchFlorida, United States51-200 Employees
Akron Biotech is a mid-sized biotechnology company based in Boca Raton, Florida, that supports the cell and gene therapy field with essential inputs and manufacturing services. Its offerings include cytokines and media supplements, along with the production of proteins, media and buffers, and transfection and transduction reagents. These materials are designed to help biopharma developers advance therapies by ensuring access to compatible raw materials, with applications noted in cardiovascular disease and cancer contexts. Akron Biotech has expanded its footprint to Sarasota, Florida, adding a cGMP plasmid DNA manufacturing facility. It previously augmented its capabilities through the 2020 acquisition of Cytiva. In early 2026, Christopher Murphy departed the CEO role to join ElevateBio, marking a leadership transition.