GFR Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (fka GFRP)

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Meet the GFR Professionals

GFR Pharma’s management team combines extensive pharmaceutical, vitamin, mineral, and herbal knowledge with strategic business expertise. Our team of capable professionals in the areas of manufacturing, quality assurance, research and development, distribution, sales, finance, graphics and marketing can help you every step of the way… from concept to reality.

Richard Pierce, President & CEO
Richard Pierce is a respected member of the Canadian Health Food Association. Richard is well known in the natural products industry for creating and marketing the most successful brand of sports nutrition products in Canada. Long before most people had even heard of whey or soy protein powders, Richard was researching and developing products to support health and fitness. Richard has nearly 25 years of experience in the natural health industry. During this time he has consistently identified emerging market trends and created an organization that is recognized as an innovative, high quality manufacturer.

Mark Likness, General Manager
Mark Likness has successively been the General Manager and Vice President of Sales and Marketing of GFR Pharma since January 2003. With over 20 years experience in sales, marketing, and distribution in the pharmaceutical and natural health industries, Mark provides the organization with strong leadership. Prior to joining GFR Pharma, Mark held the positions of Director of Logistics, Director of Business Development, National Sales Manager, and Western Regional Manager with Stanley Pharmaceuticals.

Marc Casavant, Chief Financial Officer
Marc Casavant has been the Chief Financial Officer of GFR Pharma since April, 2000. Marc has over 11 years of financial management experience in the natural products industry and 19 years experience in the accounting field. His extensive accounting background in the health sector provides him with a unique understanding of the cost accounting practices within a manufacturing environment

Maribel Aloria, Director of Quality Control
Maribel Aloria has been the Director of Quality Control since February, 2003. Maribel has a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a Masters of Management Technology. Prior to joining GFR Pharma, she was involved in the implementation of ISO 9000 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14000 (Environmental Management System) in the quality assurance and quality control departments of Siemens and Health Canada. Maribel’s experience and diversified scientific background has contributed to the organization’s compliance to Health Canada’ s Food and Drugs Act and Regulations, Natural Health Products Regulation and their corresponding Good Manufacturing Practices. At GFR Pharma, Maribel has been instrumental in the issuance of Establishment Licenses, Site License, Precursor License and Product Licenses (NPN, DIN).

RoseMarie Pierce, Holistic Pharmacist
RoseMarie Pierce is a Dalhousie University graduate who has practiced Pharmacy in Nova Scotia and Alberta for more than 30 years. Proficient in the fields of phyto-pharmacy, herbal medicine, holistic health and nutrition, RoseMarie provides extensive experience to the GFR team. In her capacity as Holistic Pharmacist, RoseMarie advises on product formulation, contributes to corporate training programs and provides consumer education. With a focus on hormonal health, RoseMarie is a regular contributor to health and nutrition magazines, a spokesperson within the natural products industry, and a frequent guest on radio and television.

John Speers, Research & Development Manager
John Speers has been with GFR Pharma since August 1999. John studied in the field of Business Administration at Douglas College. Prior to becoming the Manager of Research and Development in 2002, John has held various roles at GFR Pharma including purchasing, quality assurance, and production. John’s extensive production experience has provided him an in depth understanding of the challenges involved with the formulation of tablets, capsules and powders.

Sam Elliott, Graphic Designer
Sam Elliott comes to GFR Pharma with nine years of graphic design experience. Sam has a Multimedia Certificate from the University of British Columbia and a Graphic Design Certificate from Burnaby College. Prior to joining GFR Pharma in May 2005, Sam owned and operated a successful Graphic Design business for over four years. His background includes packaged goods, magazines, brochures and websites.

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