G. Burrill

G. Steven Burrill is a prominent figure in the biotechnology and life sciences industry, currently serving as the CEO of Burrill LLC, a position he has held since January 2014.1 With a career spanning several decades, Burrill has established himself as a venture capitalist and entrepreneur in the biotech sector.

Career History

Burrill's professional journey includes:

• CEO at Burrill LLC (January 2014 - Present)1
• CEO at Burrill & Company (January 1994 - December 2013)1
• Partner at EY (formerly Ernst & Young) (June 1966 - December 1993), where he served as the Worldwide Chairman of the High Tech/Manufacturing group1

Education and Qualifications

Burrill holds a Bachelor of Business degree and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).1

Industry Recognition

Despite his controversial later career, Burrill was once highly regarded in the biotech industry. In 2015, Scientific American WorldVIEW named him to The WorldVIEW 100, a list of the most influential people in biotech.4

Legal Issues

Unfortunately, Burrill's career has been marred by significant legal troubles:

• In 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged Burrill with siphoning money from a fund managed by his firm for personal use.2
• He was removed from control of his venture fund in 2014 due to unauthorized payments.3
• Burrill and his firm were ordered to pay back nearly $5 million, plus a $1 million fine, to settle SEC allegations.5
• In 2018, he was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison on charges of fraud and tax evasion.7

Current Status

As of the latest available information, Burrill is based in Eagle River, Wisconsin, and continues to be listed as the CEO of Burrill LLC.6 However, given his legal issues, his current professional activities may be limited.