ProGen Search

Executive Search • Market Intelligence

Executive Search and Market Intelligence for Complex Life Sciences

Retained leadership search across Radiopharma, CDMO, CRO, Biotech, ADC, and Cell & Gene Therapy. Built on operator-grade market intelligence from live search mandates.

Our Approach

How We Work

Intelligence-led executive search, not recruiter energy. Every engagement is built on substance.

Intelligence First

Every executive search begins with a market map. Before we present a shortlist, we benchmark compensation, map competitor org charts, and identify where the senior talent pool sits by geography and modality. Clients get decision-grade market intelligence as part of the search, not as an afterthought.

Operator-Grade Research

Our published market intelligence reports are read by CEOs, COOs, and investors across radiopharma, CDMO, ADC, and cell and gene therapy. This is not desk research. It is built from the same search mandates and operator conversations that power our executive placements.

VP to C-Suite, Retained Only

We run retained executive searches for senior leadership roles only. No contingent work. No volume hiring. Quality, MSAT, Technical Operations, CMC, Manufacturing, Business Development, Regulatory, and C-suite mandates where getting it wrong is expensive.

Track Record

Selected Mandates

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Radiopharmaceutical Manufacturing (USA)

Chief Operating Officer

Built GMP capacity and strengthened isotope supply resilience

CGT CDMO (Europe)

Chief Commercial Officer

Tripled qualified opportunity pipeline in CGT market

CGT CDMO (Europe)

Multi-Hire Commercial Buildout

Hired five commercial leaders to establish EU business development

Radiopharmaceutical Biotech (USA)

SVP Regulatory Affairs

Strengthened FDA engagement and advanced global regulatory readiness

European Specialty CDMO Expansion

General Manager

Placed founding US GM to establish operations and secure first American clients

Analytical/Bioanalytical CRO (USA)

VP of Pharma Services

Launched new service lines and began global expansion planning

Testimonials

What Clients Say

I can’t say enough about KBHN’s experience working with Byron in the search for a new director with our organization. He was dedicated and worked tirelessly to help find the right person for this very important role. We would definitely work with him again.

Kim van der Hoek

COO – Kids Brain Health Network

COO – Kids Brain Health Network

Having worked with Byron on multiple searches, I was very happy by the quality delivered. Byron managed to understand and articulate the DNA of who we are, which led him to find the candidates that fit not only the job description but also the culture of our organization.

Pierre-Antoine Dejace

Director – Life Sciences

I worked closely with Byron to fill a key role and would highly recommend him. He provided great insight into the role, the market, and what we should expect. His approach was thorough, professional, and very well managed.

Andy Chalmers

CEO – CiteAb

CEO – CiteAb

We were looking for a very specialized Director level position. I was extremely impressed with Byron’s skill level and his ability to identify and present very well qualified candidates for such a specialized role.

Ana Najafi

Director – Emery Pharma

Director – Emery Pharma

I highly recommend Byron Fitzgerald for his exceptional recruiting services. Byron quickly grasps the unique requirements of each role and consistently delivers top talent. His strong communication skills, creative approach, and meticulous attention to detail ensure a seamless recruitment process.

JT Sloan

Talent Acquisition Manager – KCAS Bio

Talent Acquisition Manager – KCAS Bio

Byron has a very good understanding of not only our business, but the companies and people in our space. I get resumes that are clearly well screened, and we converge quickly on the right candidate. Byron is now my first stop for recruiting before reaching out to anyone else.

Dave Dingott

Sword Bio

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Whether you need to hire senior leadership talent or want market intelligence to support a strategic decision, we are here to help.