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Daniel J. Llerena

Chief Financial Officer

Daniel Llerena is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Forward Science. Prior to being named CFO, he served as the Vice President of Finance upon joining the company in 2016. Daniel received his Master’s Degree in accounting from the University of Florida and has over 10 years of experience in public accounting, during which time he worked at the “Big 4” accounting firms, specializing in the healthcare industry. In addition to his finance and accounting duties, Daniel’s responsibilities at Forward Science include human resources oversight and strategic sales; as well as, assisting the engineering team on research and development projects. His well-rounded skillset and overall approach to business has been a key asset to Forward Science’s growth and advancement.

Jason Roach

Executive Director
of Business Development

Jason is an experienced, mature leader with a proven record in the healthcare market. He has held numerous sales and leadership positions in the medical device field. Jason was Regional Biologics Manager for Medtronic, the largest medical device company in the world. He was the Senior Area Sales Manager for Bioventus Surgical, a global leader in orthobiologics. He was also Director of Sales for Trimira, LLC, a privately held global medical diagnostic device and imaging company. Other past positions include: Area VP, Southwest for Keystone Dental, Inc. and Regional Sales Director, Southwest for Straumann USA where he earned the “Blue Vase” award presented to the #1 manager in the company. Jason attended Oklahoma State University and Sam Houston State University, receiving the BBA in Accounting. He also successfully completed the Executive Program in Strategic Sales Management from The University of Chicago/Booth School of Business.

Ellen Myers, RDH, BS.

Director of Training & Education

Ellen Myers is the Director of Training and Education at Forward Science, where she provides ongoing clinical training and support to our current and potential partners, as well as our sales team. Ellen spearheads the development of clinical education programs and continuing education on early discovery of oral cancer and oral health concerns related to cancer treatment side effects. Ellen received her Bachelor’s Degree in dental hygiene from the Texas A&M University College of Dentistry. Prior to joining the Forward Science team, she has spent more than a decade working clinically as a Registered Dental Hygienist in both the Houston and Dallas metro areas. With a passion for preventive care and both patient and clinician education, Ellen joined the Forward Science team to make a global impact.

Todd Nickerson

Chief Marketing Officer

Todd Nickerson is currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer for PerioStōm. Todd brings extensive sales and business development experience with over 20 years in the dental industry. Todd was the first employee that launched Smile Source, an independent franchise network that grew to over 750 locations. He then joined US Oral Surgery Management as Vice President, growing that company to over 150 locations and a successful exit. Todd then rounded out his career as the Chief Development Officer at Rock Dental Brands. Todd earned his Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M University. His responsibilities at Forward Science include strategic sales leadership and industry distribution channel management for PerioStōm LLC. His well-rounded skill set, and industry connections will be a key asset to PerioStōm's growth and advancement.

Daniel J. Llerena

Jason Roach

Ellen Myers, RDH, BS.

Todd Nickerson

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