Our Team

Members of our Senior Executive Team have years of experience in academia and industry and a shared ambition to make TrophiCells the leading clinical choice in cell therapeutics.

PROFESSOR ANTHONY HOLLANDER

Founder and CEO

Professor Anthony Hollander is the founder and CEO of TrophiCell and an internationally recognised leader in stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. TrophiCell is built on a proprietary technology platform originating from his research at the University of Liverpool, with a focus on translating novel stem cell science into clinically and commercially viable, scalable solutions. Anthony has a strong track record of innovation and company creation, having previously founded Azellon Ltd, which developed a cell-based therapy for knee cartilage repair. His career spans scientific discovery, clinical translation, and leadership of large, multi-partner programmes. As Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Impact at the University of Liverpool, he has led university-wide research commercialisation activity, including creating over 20 new spinout companies over the past decade, and driving sustained growth in spinout formation, translation, and industrial engagement. He has held senior international roles, including President of the International Cartilage Repair Society, and has led major European collaborative programmes in tissue engineering, establishing extensive networks across academia, industry, and healthcare.

Roisin McCallion

Director

Roisin McCallion, PhD, is an internationally experienced Business Development professional, with an extensive track record of high value Mergers & Acquisitions, Intellectual Property Licences, Commercial Agreements and Collaborative Partnerships, gained during her 20 years at Smith & Nephew plc. Roisin is also the former Director of Business Development and Investment at the University of Manchester Innovation Factory, where she led university Spin-Out company creation, Investments and Licensing. She is passionate in supporting companies with their strategic direction, business plans and securing meaningful investment and partnerships at the critical early stages of their development.