Tim Funnell, Founder of Ascend

About Tim Funnell

Tim Funnell is the founding CEO of Ascend (formerly Ascend Advanced Therapies), a gene and cell therapy manufacturing specialist that launched from stealth mode in early 2023 with over $130M in funding. He holds a Ph.D. and has been involved in biotechnology deals.

Tim Funnell at a glance

• Company: Ascend
• Total raised: $130M
• Latest round: Series A
• Investors: Abingworth, Petrichor, DCVC Bio, 4BIO Capital, Cathay Health, Deerfield Management
• Location: San Francisco, CA

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