Rob Patten - Managing Partner

Rob Patten has spent more than 25 years in life sciences recruiting, building deep expertise across the full biotech continuum, from discovery and research through clinical development and commercialization. He founded Genepool Networks to place the executive and senior leadership talent, across all biotech disciplines, that drives science forward and makes a difference for patients.

Rob was only five years into his recruitment career when a colleague's daughter was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, an experience that inspired him to dedicate his career to biotech, connecting scientific talent with the companies driving medical breakthroughs. Years later, his former business partner's daughter benefited from a groundbreaking therapy for cystic fibrosis, a moment that reinforced the profound importance of this mission.

More recently, Rob's own son was diagnosed with a rare neurometabolic disease, a deeply personal experience that renewed his commitment to biotech recruitment and served as the catalyst for founding Genepool Networks. Today, Genepool reflects his belief that purpose, integrity, collaboration, and service can unleash the potential in every team member to make a difference for patients.

Before founding Genepool Networks, Rob co-founded Stratacuity, a scientific recruiting agency specializing in placing biopharmaceutical talent into contract and permanent positions. As COO, he helped develop and execute the growth strategy that led to its acquisition by one of the world's largest talent management firms.

Rob holds a B.S. in Business Management with a focus on Entrepreneurship and received the 2016 Cystic Fibrosis Breath of Life Award for his contributions to the CF Foundation. He enjoys outdoor activities with his family, exploring Downeast Maine and the NH Seacoast where he resides.