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Lawrence Black

Venture Partner at BlueWillow Biologics

Lawrence Black is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in various roles focused on historic preservation, venture capital, and organizational leadership. As Principal at Civic Holdings since February 2011, Lawrence has specialized in historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and placemaking initiatives. Additionally, as a Founding Member at NextGen Venture Partners, involvement includes backing exceptional entrepreneurs and seed-stage companies. Lawrence has served as Managing Director at Mindful Ventures since 1997, leading investments in over 50 startups, particularly in the specialty coffee sector. Other significant roles include Venture Partner at WealthForge, Board Member positions for Greenville Revitalization Corporation and Greenville County Redevelopment Authority, and past involvement with StraighterLine and Projecto Honduras. Academic credentials include a Master of Real Estate Development from Clemson University and a Master of Arts in Liberal Arts from St. John's College.

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Greer, United States

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BlueWillow Biologics

BlueWillow Biologics® is a clinical-stage, privately-held biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing topical antiseptic and anti-infective products and intranasal vaccines using its patented nanotechnology platform. The platform employs novel oil-in-water nano-droplets for products administered to the skin and nose. The company was founded as a spin-off from the University of Michigan, and was initially focused on developing nano-scale dermatology applications. Based on promising research generated under several Gates Foundation, NIH and DOD contracts, BlueWillow’s technology has been advanced significantly in recent years yielding several therapies in development.


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