BOSTON and COLUMBUS, Ohio , Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Akita Biosciences, Inc., a biotech company focused on developing and commercializing innovative nasal spray formulations, today announced the appointment of Robert Hanson to the company's Advisory Board.
Robert Hanson brings a unique global perspective on consumer products and strategic leadership from his decades of experience at several international organizations, including Constellation Brands, John Hardy Global, and American Eagle Outfitters. Mr. Hanson spent 11 years at Constellation Brands, serving in various capacities, most notably as President of the Wine and Spirits Division, where he was responsible for significant brand growth, strategic direction, and M&A.
Before joining Constellation, Hanson was CEO at the luxury jewelry brand John Hardy Global, CEO at American Eagle Outfitters, and Global Brand President at Levi Strauss & Co. "We are in a transformative moment as we now understand that many respiratory infections are primarily spread by airborne germs that first enter the body through the nasal passages, our first line defense against colds, flu, and COVID-19. This perspective expands our view of health and wellness, extending beyond traditional supplements and hand hygiene to include proactive and targeted nasal care, as exemplified by Profi Nasal Spray," said Alex Revelos , CEO and co-founder of Akita Biosciences.
"Akita was founded by Harvard Professors Jeffrey Karp , PhD, and Nitin Joshi , PhD, alon.