Tom Kutrubes
Executive Director
Tom Kutrubes is a biotech industry veteran and expert in biological sourcing with over 20 years of experience in the life sciences global supply chain. Honored as one of the Top 40 Under Forty in Northern Colorado and Boulder Valley in 2019, he holds three U.S. patents, reflecting his commitment to innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
As executive director of SeraPrime, Kutrubes advances a business model built on agility, uncompromising quality, and long-term partnerships. He has led serum and life sciences supply organizations from early stage growth through scaled operations, overseeing domestic and international sourcing and distribution. Known for strategic procurement and a practical, research-first mindset, he supports the teams and institutions pushing advanced science forward.
Published Works
Tom Kutrubes has built a reputation as one of the biosciences industry’s most trusted experts on fetal bovine serum. His work has been published in prominent industry outlets, including BioSpace, Lab Manager, and Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News. With deep, specialized knowledge in fetal bovine serum, Tom is widely regarded as the go-to resource for lab managers, researchers, and procurement professionals who need reliable guidance and insight.
Feb. 7, 2026
Opinion: Biopharma Must Cope with the Fetal Bovine Serum Squeeze
BioSpace
Exploring how the structural squeeze on FBS supply is driving drug prices higher and providing actionable strategies for biopharma companies, from flexible specifications and diversified sourcing to realistic lead time planning, to navigate the tight market over the next three to four years.
Jan. 23, 2026
5 Questions Every Lab Manager Should Ask Before Signing a Critical Supply Agreement
Lab Manager
Smart Procurement goes beyond cost and lead times. A practical framework that helps labs surface hidden supply chain risks, identify bottlenecks in regulatory testing, and build resilient contingency plans to prevent operational disruptions.
May 30, 2025
Confronting a Dwindling Supply of Fetal Bovine Serum
Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News
Examining the critical FBS supply shortage driven by declining cattle herds and climate pressures, and strategic solutions including geographic diversification, long-term supplier agreements, and investment in alternative media technologies.
Recognition & Achievements
Honored for excellence in the biotech industry.
Top 40 Under 40
2019
Recognized for exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in the biotech industry as one of the most influential young professionals in the Northern Colorado and Boulder Valley region.