PherDal Fertility Science, Inc.

Dr. Jenn is a wife, mother, innovator, and passionate advocate for women’s health. Hintzsche was Northern Illinois University’s first recipient of a doctoral degree in bioinformatics (a field of study that combines computer science and biology) in 2014 after obtaining a Master's Degree in the same subject. She earned her BA in Biochemistry from Augustana College. She is the author of over two-dozen peer-reviewed scientific articles and her work has been cited nearly 500 times in respected science journals for her clinical expertise. Dr. Jenn was diagnosed with unexplained infertility in 2017 and was told expensive fertility options were her only chance at conceiving. Hintzsche and husband Ryan invented and conceived their daughter using their patent-pending PherDal kit. PherDal is the only sterile at-home insemination kit that has already helped over a dozen women conceive. PherDal is located in Dixon, IL and is registered with the FDA as an over the counter medical device.

Dr. Rhonda Alexander is a global entrepreneur, speaker, coach, and author. She is the founder of IUVO Consulting, LLC, an international regulatory-compliance consulting firm, and E2 Entrepreneur & Executive Coaching, LLC, a firm dedicated to facilitating the growth and development of entrepreneurs and leaders. In addition to authoring three books: EntrHERpreneur, Your Life’s Calling, and Side-Hustle or Sustainable, Dr. Rhonda has worked with organizations and professionals around the world. As a result, she has garnered more than 25 years of unique experiences that make her a creative organizational strategist, as well as an inspired, compassionate, and driven speaker and coach. Dr. Rhonda is the mother of Maiyah, an amazing young woman, who is the joy and pride of her life.

Kristin Perez is the owner of Unplug Marketing which first established PherDal's social media presence in late 2021. Kristin enjoys using her social media skills to contribute to the success of small businesses. She has been in the marketing industry, and specifically social media for over 15 years. In her free time, Kristin likes to hike and spend time with her husband and two-year-old daughter.

With over 25 years of various pharmacy, account management, audit and operations experience, Makeva collaborates with executive leadership, internal and external clients to define long-term goals and identify ways to support the clients mission. Makeva's primary focus is process improvement, efficiency, and training and development. Makeva is a strategic, innovative, and results driven leader committed to partnering with business stakeholders to improve performance and drive results. Makeva is dedicated to enhancing customer and client engagement and fostering a culture that supports the overall business objectives. Prior to joining the Pherdal Executive board, Makeva held roles as a Client Experience Manager, Operations Manager, and Benefits Auditor. Makeva holds a B.S. Business Forensics from Franklin University and B.A. Business Administration from University of Phoenix. *Currently on extended bereavement leave, return date TBD*

Matt Croll has nearly 30 years of finance experience including more than 15 years a CFO. He has worked with a variety of companies in manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, agriculture, and professional services. Matt brings a multi-faceted view to business opportunities and a strong analytical perspective to business decisions. He founded Vector CFO in 2014. Vector CFO delivers fractional CFO services to companies that have needs best served by a seasoned CFO but who lack the scale to require a full-time CFO. During his career, Matt has evaluated dozens of M&A opportunities and executed more than 25 acquisitions or divestitures of businesses. He has also served as CFO during periods of rapid growth within companies. Matt received his BS in Accountancy from the University of Illinois and his MBA from Northwestern University. He is a registered CPA. Matt resides in Naperville, IL with his wife and two daughters. He enjoys staying active and participating in various sports in his spare time.

Ryan Westphal has 15+ years of engineering experience in the automotive and aerospace industries. Over the last 10+ years, he has been focused on the development of emissions devices such as heat exchangers, rotary electric valves and actuators. Ryan currently brings his breadth of experience and leadership in new product launch to a team of engineers, designers and technicians working with the major commercial vehicle and passenger car OEM’s in North America. Ryan received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Northern Illinois University in 2008 and resides in Dixon, IL with his wife Jenn and children Lois and Zack. In his free time he is an avid Chicago Bears fan, enjoys tinkering on his car and advancing his 3D printing skills.

David Hintzsche was part of the team who grew a family-owned agri-business into a company. For 42 years, he had a successful career with many titles at Hintzsche Fertilizer, Inc., in Illinois. The business grew with over 150 million in sales, 225 employees at 15 ag retail locations, and many contract pork production sites in northern Illinois and eastern Iowa. He is also the grandfather of the first PherDal baby. David started working at Hintzsche Fertilizer, Inc. as a Second-shift Feed Mill Operator while attending Waubonsee Community College. After two years of college, he became a custom operator, then Troxel Plant Manager. In 1979, David became the Agronomy Division Manager for 11 years, moving his way up in the organization to the General Manager. In 1995, he became the President and Chief Executive Officer. He led the family owned business for 19 years before it was sold in 2014. David was on several board affiliations including: Hintzsche Companies from 1990 to 2014, Premier Crop Systems from 2000 to 2007 and joined the board again in 2014. He was also on the board at DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation from 2005 to 2013, and United Suppliers and Agricultural Retailers Associations from 2011 to 2014. He was a Vistage (CEO peer group) member from 2002 to 2014 and recently joined the Willard Agri-Service Board of Directors at the beginning 2015.

Dr. Lindheim is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at both Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio and the University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, as well as Visiting Professor of Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine in Shanghai, China. He graduated from Temple School of Medicine and was a resident at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Lindheim completed a fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Southern California, his Masters in Medical Management from Tulane University, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and is currently Board Certified in both Ob/Gyn and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He previously served on as the Board of Directors for ASRM and is Past President for the Society of Reproductive Surgeons. Dr. Lindheim has a major interest in In vitro fertilization, oocyte donation, embryo donation and surrogacy. He is a well-recognized expert in the field of minimally invasive reproductive surgery and has over 250 scientific publications, and book chapters and is Associate Editor for Fertility Sterility. His research focuses upon embryo implantation, minimally invasive reproductive surgery, and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS).