About Us
Our Story
Located minutes from downtown Boston and Cambridge, Labshares operates a state-of-the-art, 44,000ft² BSL-2 facility and provides fully equipped shared and private lab spaces. We are specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of emerging biotech companies. Labshares provide much more than just space: Members have access to world-class equipment, the support of our expert team, and a community of innovative emerging companies.
Labshares’ infrastructure and all-inclusive services give our members a cost-effective pathway to growth, helping them achieve critical milestones without the burdens of costly long-term leases or expensive lab buildouts. Labshares is science, simplified.
Our Core Values
Member Centric
We provide concierge-level support, removing barriers to lab operations so members can focus on their science.
Flexible and Responsive
We are flexible and responsive to the ever-changing biotech environment. We strive to be nimble in our business and bring that same responsiveness to addressing members’ needs.
Compliant and Efficient
Attention to detail is key to advancing world-class science. We are meticulous about equipment maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Transparent and Professional
We are forthright and professional in all of our interactions. We are upfront about our pricing, our equipment, and our service offerings.
An Upbeat Community
Labshares is a fun place to work and a fun place to be. Our staff creates an upbeat, enthusiastic, and inclusive environment that members love and want to be a part of. Members and visitors can feel the positive vibes when they walk in the door.
Meet Our Team
David - David Baxley (Dave) is Vice President of Operations at Labshares. Dave manages short and long term planning for equipment acquisition, regulatory compliance, and day to day operations. He is also our Chemical Hygiene Officer and Emergency Coordinator.
Dave is a retired US Naval Officer and has a deep background in safety, equipment operation and maintenance, and budgetary planning.
Dave’s hobbies include fishing and golf.
Philip - Philip Borden is the CEO of Labshares. Prior to acquiring Labshares in 2023, Philip spent 25 years as a venture capitalist at Frazier Healthcare and as a healthcare-focused private equity investor at Riverside Partners. Over his career, he’s backed dozens of emerging life science companies, including a majority control investment in BioAgilytix and many other successful businesses. Philip earned his BS in cell and molecular biology from Duke University and an MBA from Harvard Business School. Outside of Labshares, Philip is an avid street photographer and serves as president of the Boston Camera Club. He lives in Harvard Square with his wife Catherine and their rambunctious vizsla, Winona
Jackie - As the Senior Manager of Finance Operations at Labshares, Jackie Cerami is a pivotal force in overseeing the company’s financial workflows and ensuring operational efficiency. In addition, Jackie spearheads contract renewals, ensuring that all agreements with Labshares’ members are up-to-date and beneficial.
Prior to Labshares Jackie worked at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, where she started in Talent Acquisition and transitioned to their Travel and Expense Manager. This experience has equipped her with a well-rounded skill set and a keen understanding of both financial and operational dynamics.
Outside of her professional life, Jackie spends time with her husband, Ross, and their miniature poodle, Benson.
Devon - Devon Lagasse (VP of Growth) leads Labshares' growth initiatives by overseeing sales, marketing, and strategic business development. With over a decade of experience on the sales side of the life sciences industry, Devon brings a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges facing emerging biotech companies. She is dedicated to catalyzing Labshares' success by empowering the next generation of life sciences innovators with thoughtfully curated industry connections, a thriving professional community built on collaboration, and a capital-conscious business model that allows Labshares’ members to focus their investment dollars wholeheartedly on advancing their science.
Outside of work, Devon enjoys real estate investing, DIY house renovations, golfing, hiking, and traveling abroad.
Barry - Barry Lawton, the Vice President of Technology and one of the site directors for Labshares, holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Hobart College. Before joining Labshares, Barry managed technology at the New England Research Institutes (NERI) where he led several transformative projects, including revising business processes, transitioning systems to support clinical trials, and overseeing a significant buildout and relocation. Prior to his tenure at NERI, Barry played a crucial role in the growth of The Telluride Group, which ultimately led to its successful acquisition by Mindshift Technologies.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Barry resides on the north shore, raising four children with his wife, Leslie. During the summer, he goes lobstering on Boston Harbor, oversees a youth sailing program, and participates in competitive sailing. In the winter, his family enjoys hiking and skiing in the White Mountains of New Hampshire.
Emma - Emma Orfanos is the Manager of Business Development at Labshares, where she helps oversee the sales and marketing department, leads event planning, and manages onboarding for new members. Additionally, she serves as Labshares' resident Biological Safety Officer (BSO), ensuring the facility’s safety and compliance in Newton. Before Labshares, Emma earned her BS in psychology and neuroscience from UMass Amherst in 2021. Outside of work, she enjoys skiing, golfing, and discovering new restaurants with friends and family
Guidance Under New Leadership
Philip aims to build on Labshares' legacy as the premier provider of shared laboratory solutions. Labshares' founder, Jeff Behrens, continues his involvement and support of the company as a member of the Board of Directors
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