Tim Curran Joins Sample6 Technologies as CEO

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Former CEO of Vela Systems to Lead Company
BOSTON--(Business Wire)--
Sample6 Technologies, the developer of the world`s fist synthetic biology-based,
"enrichment-free" bacterial monitoring platform, has appointed Tim Curran as
Chief Executive Officer. Curran has an over 20 year record of success leading
technology companies, including as CEO of Vela Systems, which he led to an
acquisition by Autodesk in 2012. Previously, he was CEO of Eleven Technologies
which was acquired by Trimble Navigation in 2006.

"We could not have found a better person for the position," said Micah
Rosenbloom, Sample6`s founding CEO who will remain on the company`s board and
active in the product and commercial development. "Tim has that rare combination
of start-up DNA coupled with a proven ability to bring breakthrough technologies
to traditional industries from construction to food." Rosenbloom continued, "We
have the opportunity to commercialize the first `smoke detector` for pathogens
and to improve the health and safety of the global consumer."

Tim Curran: An Established High-Tech and Enterprise Executive

With more than 20 years of executive management and leadership experience
bringing high-tech solutions to enterprises, Curran has served in a variety of
roles with globally recognized business and technology brands.

Most recently as CEO of Vela Systems, Curran led the company through development
and commercialization of a revolutionary quality management system for the
construction industry. Vela was the first to bring a Cloud platform and iPad
devices to the construction industry. Over half of the Top 50 US construction
companies are Vela customers. The company had customers in 14 countries and was
growing 100% annually when acquired by Autodesk in June 2012.

Previously, Curran served as CEO of Eleven Technologies, a next generation
mobile field management solution for the food and beverage industry with
customers including Coca-Cola, P&G and Pepperidge Farms, which was acquired by
Trimble Navigation in 2006. Curran was previously head of Sales & Marketing for
I-many, whose customers included Pepsico, Conagra and Kellogg. I-many grew from
$3M to $60M in revenue during his tenure and went public in 2000. He started his
career in technology development and implementation at Accenture and EMC.

"Sample6 is on the cusp of delivering game-changing pathogen detection
capabilities to the food industry, from farm to consumer," said Curran. "I am
thrilled to have the opportunity to join a world-class synthetic biology and
product development organization to lead the company to commercial success.
Sample6 delivers tremendous supply chain and brand protection value to
businesses while at the same time driving down food safety related illness and
deaths. The chance to build a fantastic business combined with making a real
difference in health and safety is a rare career opportunity. "

Sample6`s novel environmental pathogen monitoring platform is currently being
piloted at 7 major food companies and has applications in food processing,
retail, healthcare, and any place where bacterial contamination poses a risk to
consumers. Unlike other technologies in the marketplace, Sample6 can monitor the
growth of pathogens, alert its users and enable them to take action before
problems occur.

"Sample 6 is leading a revolution in pathogen detection by innovating at the
intersection of biotech, sensors and software. Tim's background is ideal for
driving the company forward," said Jon Karlen, general partner at Flybridge
Capital Partners, one of Sample6`s investors and board members.

About Sample6 Technologies

Sample6 Technologies is the developer of the world`s first "enrichment-free"
diagnostics platform powered by synthetic biology. It is backed by top tier
venture capitalists including Flybridge Capital Partners, Chevron Tech Ventures,
The Kraft Group, Founder Collective and Boston University. The company is based
in Boston, MA. Learn more at www.Sample6Technologies.com.

Flybridge Capital Partners
Kate Castle, 617-307-9280
kate@flybridge.com

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