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    john west

    Experienced Executive in DNA Sequencing and Biotechnology

    John West is a highly accomplished individual with a diverse educational background and extensive professional experience.

    He holds a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Engineering, both from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

    In addition, John furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Finance from the renowned University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School.

    Currently, John West serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Personalis, Inc., a notable position that showcases his leadership and management skills.

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    Experience

    Advisor to the Board at Personalis, Inc. (January 2023 - Present)
    Founding CEO at Personalis, Inc. (August 2011 - January 2023), Chief Executive Officer at ViaCyte (May 2009 - May 2011), SVP DNA Sequencing at Illumina (January 2007 - January 2008), Chief Executive Officer at Solexa (March 2005 - January 2007), CEO at SOLEXA LTD (August 2004 - March 2005), VP DNA Platforms at Applied Biosystems (January 2001 - July 2004), VP Marketing, Microfluidics at Coventor (January 1999 - January 2001), President at Teledyne Princeton Instruments (June 1990 - June 1998), Founding CEO at BioAutomation (August 1988 - June 1990), Business Unit Manager at Bio-Rad Laboratories (August 1982 - June 1988)

    Education

    MBA in Finance from University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School (1986 - 1988), Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT (1978 - 1980), BS in Nuclear Engineering from MIT (1974 - 1978)

    Location

    Cupertino, California, United States