Colleen Costello

Colleen Costello is the CEO and Co-Founder of Vyv (previously known as Vital Vio), a company that manufactures antimicrobial LED technology.12 She has been an Unreasonable Fellow since November 2018.4

Costello's background includes:

• Education: Degree in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Technological Entrepreneurship from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York.13
• Career experience: Clinical research, engineering, biochemistry, and product development.13
• Previous positions: Researcher at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College, Covidien Surgical Devices, and RPI.13

Achievements and recognition:

• Named in Forbes Magazine 30 Under 30
• Inc. Magazine 30 Under 30 Most Brilliant Young Founders
• Inc. Magazine's 50 Emerging Global Entrepreneurs to Watch
• Goldman Sachs 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs13

Costello's company, Vyv, develops LED technology that uses a precise spectrum of visible light to destroy microbes, preventing the growth of bacteria, mold, fungi, and yeast.2 This innovation has become particularly relevant during the coronavirus pandemic, as it offers a proactive approach to creating cleaner and safer spaces.2