Mary Beth Sykes, MB(ASCP), MBA
Co-Owner/Chief Operations Officer
Mary Beth Sykes is a highly accomplished business leader and co-owner of Helix Molecular Solutions, serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO). With a decade of experience in the clinical laboratory industry, Mary Beth consistently drives operational excellence and maintains the highest standards of quality assurance, making her an invaluable partner for any clinical lab seeking consulting services.
Holding a Bachelor's degree in Molecular Genetic Technology and a Master's degree in Business Administration with a healthcare administration specialization, Mary Beth possesses the perfect blend of technical and business acumen. Throughout her distinguished career, she has gained invaluable experience in research and development, regulatory affairs, validations, and strategic planning.
Mary Beth's expertise in carrier screening techniques, such as qPCR, Sanger sequencing, MLPA, and fragment analysis, stems from her early career in pharmacogenomics. Her outstanding leadership skills and ability to work effectively with teams have been instrumental in her success.
Before joining Helix Molecular Solutions, Mary Beth held key leadership roles in various clinical laboratories, launching groundbreaking diagnostic tests and reducing operating costs. Her experience enabled her to build a nutrigenomics lab that was later acquired by a multinational company. This success led to her transition into consulting, where her expertise has helped numerous labs achieve accreditation.
As a consultant, Mary Beth has built quality assurance programs, improved operational efficiencies, and successfully launched numerous LDTs. Her exceptional technical skills, molecular diagnostics knowledge, and business acumen make her an indispensable asset to any clinical diagnostic lab.
Under Mary Beth's leadership, Helix Molecular Solutions has accelerated growth and expanded its global footprint, achieving milestones in developing new diagnostic assays to benefit patients worldwide. Mary Beth is also a dedicated mentor and advocate for diversity and inclusion within the clinical lab industry, inspiring the next generation of leaders.
Helix Molecular Solutions, guided by Mary Beth, can help your laboratory improve efficiencies, maintain high QA standards, and navigate the challenges of the clinical diagnostic industry. Reach out to explore how Mary Beth and her team can assist your lab in achieving new heights.