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Danielle Desmet is a seasoned professional in the fields of business development, R&D strategy, and scientific research. Current role as a Business Mentor at Berkeley SkyDeck commenced in February 2024, following a comprehensive tenure at UPSIDE Foods that spanned from March 2016 to June 2024, where Danielle held multiple positions, including Technical Business Development and R&D Strategy Manager and Chief of Staff to the Chief Science Officer. Notable contributions at UPSIDE Foods include driving technical business development, implementing project management systems, and managing critical communications and partnerships. Prior experience encompasses roles at San Francisco State University and Stanford University, focusing on biological research and laboratory management. Danielle holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Environmental Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s Degree in Biology from San Francisco State University.