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Lead User Experience User Interface Design Instructor + Speaker

Location:
154 Carroll St, Islamorada, FL 33036
Industry:
Education Management
Work:
Oceans Design Group,LLC. since Jan 2007
Owner/Creative & Art Director/Photographer
Hotels André Balazs Dec 2005 - Mar 2010
Graphic Designer
Valley Social Magazine Apr 2006 - May 2007
Creative Director
Education:
Tabor College
BA, Graphic Design
Skills:
Creative Direction, Advertising, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Social Media, Web Design, Marketing, Photography, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Seo, Layout, Brand Development, Illustrator, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface Design, Design Thinking, User Research, Creative Campaign Development, Image Manipulation, Rapid Prototyping, Ux Strategy, Lean Ux, Ux, Digital Strategy, User Interface Prototyping, Campaign Strategies, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Speaking, Design Systems, Design Sprints, Search Engine Optimization, Usability Testing, Adobe Photoshop, Html, Cascading Style Sheets, Interactive Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Adobe Premiere Pro, Data Driven Decision Making, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Voice User Interface Design, Environmental Design, Mood Boards, Graphics, Magazines
Languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
French
Certifications:
Foundations In Design Thinking
Insights For Innovation
From Ideas To Action
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Senior Principal Research Scientist

Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Industry:
Consumer Goods
Work:
Amway
Senior Principal Research Scientist
Dor Biopharma Jan 1993 - Jul 2002
Senior Scientist
Noble Foundation 1989 - 1992
Assistant Scientist
Education:
University of Minnesota 1983 - 1989
Doctorates, Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology
Concordia College 1979 - 1983
Bachelors, Bachelor of Science, Biology
Cambridge High School 1976 - 1979
Skills:
Assay Development, R&D, Chemistry, Gmp, Molecular Biology, Lifesciences, Life Sciences, Cell Culture, Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacokinetics, Product Development, Research, Hplc, Research and Development, Data Analysis, Chromatography, Immunology, Biochemistry, High Throughput Screening, Glp, Technology Transfer, Vaccines, Microbiology, Formulation, Fda, Good Laboratory Practice, High Performance Liquid Chromatography
Interests:
High Throughput Screening
Inflammation
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David Fast

Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Industry:
Restaurants
Work:
Pizza Hut Aug 2015 - Dec 2015
Delivery Driver
Five Guys Burgers and Fries May 2015 - Aug 2015
Team Member
Smarty Cats Tutoring Jan 2013 - May 2015
Tutor
Education:
Montana State University - Bozeman 2011 - 2015
Bachelors, Bachelor of Science, Biology, Ecology
Skills:
Microsoft Excel, R
Interests:
Environment
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Location:
United States

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Anti-Allergy Composition And Related Method

US Patent:
7384654, Jun 10, 2008
Filed:
Feb 4, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/051905
Inventors:
Gopl R. Menon - Riverside CA, US
David J. Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
David W. Krempin - Temecula CA, US
John N. Goolsby - Hudsonville MI, US
Assignee:
Access Business Group International LLC - Ada MI
International Classification:
A61K 36/00
A61K 31/19
US Classification:
424725, 424739, 424756, 514569
Abstract:
An composition and related method that prevents, inhibits and/or mitigates an allergic response by down regulating the production of IgE, down regulating the binding of IgE antibodies to receptors on cells, and/or inhibiting allergy mediators, for example, histamine, prostoglandin D, or luekotriene Crelease. The composition comprises at least one of the following ingredients: luteolin from Perilla leaf or seed, Cinnamon, Kiwi, Picao preto, Hesperidin, Acerola cherry, Guaco, Holy Basil, Kakadu, Solamum, Rosmarinic acid, Tinospora and Aframomum. In one embodiment, the composition at least three different ingredients selected from Cinnamon, Acerola, Luteolin and Picao preto. Optionally, these ingredients can be combined with at least one of Aframomum, Rosmarinic acid, and Tinospora. The composition is administered with effective amounts to prevent, inhibit and/or mitigate allergic responses.

Anti-Allergy Composition And Related Method

US Patent:
7384656, Jun 10, 2008
Filed:
Feb 10, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/351963
Inventors:
Gopi R. Menon - Riverside CA, US
David J. Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Lisa A. Rozga - Huntington Beach CA, US
Yumei Lin - Fullerton CA, US
David W. Krempin - Temecula CA, US
John N. Goolsby - Hudsonville MI, US
Assignee:
Access Business Group International LLC - Ada MI
International Classification:
A61K 36/00
A61K 36/54
US Classification:
424739, 424725
Abstract:
An composition and related method that prevents, inhibits and/or mitigates an allergic response by down regulating the production of IgE, down regulating the binding of IgE antibodies to receptors on cells, and/or inhibiting allergy mediators, for example, histamine, prostoglandin D, or luekotriene Crelease. The composition comprises at least one of the following ingredients: luteolin from leaf or seed, Cinnamon, Kiwi, Picao preto, Hesperidin, Acerola cherry, Guaco, Holy Basil, Kakadu, Solamum, Rosmarinic acid, and. In one embodiment, the composition at least three different ingredients selected from Cinnamon, Acerola, Luteolin and Picao preto. Optionally, these ingredients can be combined with at least one of , Rosmarinic acid, and. The composition is administered with effective amounts to prevent, inhibit and/or mitigate allergic responses.

Liposome Containing Cardiolipin For Improvement Of Mitochondrial Function

US Patent:
7824708, Nov 2, 2010
Filed:
Dec 11, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/636889
Inventors:
Jesse C. Leverett - Rockford MI, US
Stephen R. Missler - Grand Rapids MI, US
David J. Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Assignee:
Access Business Group International LLC - Ada MI
International Classification:
A61K 9/127
US Classification:
424450
Abstract:
Disclosed herein is a composition comprising a liposome, a cardiolipin, and at least one antioxidant, wherein the composition is useful for improving, maintaining, or restoring a mitochondrial membrane and/or mitochondrial function. In one example, the liposome is primarily composed of phosphatidylcholine, the cardiolipin is tetraoleoyl-cardiolipin, and the at least one antioxidant is methylgentisate, l-carnosine, or both. The composition may be topically administered, orally administered, or parenterally administered, for example administered by injection. If topically administered, the composition may be administered for example, as a cream, lotion, gel, paste, spray, tonic, or other suitable form and may contain various additives, for example, one or more of an emollient, a humectant, a penetration enhancer, a vitamin, a fragrance, a pigment, and a moisturizer.

Methods Of Using Grape Seed Extract To Stimulate Tyrosinase Gene Expression

US Patent:
7875302, Jan 25, 2011
Filed:
Dec 14, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/300095
Inventors:
Lane A. Duvel - Rockford MI, US
Diego Rua - Ada MI, US
Stephen R. Missler - Grand Rapids MI, US
David J. Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Amitabh Chandra - Ada MI, US
Assignee:
Access Business Group International LLC - Ada MI
International Classification:
A61K 36/87
US Classification:
424766
Abstract:
The present invention relates to methods of increasing tyrosinase synthesis, expression, or activity in a cell comprising administering at least one grape seed extract to the cell. The grape seed extract may be obtained by any extraction process including solvent sequential fractionation and supercritical fluid extraction.

Compositions Containing Avocado Leaf Extract For Lowering Cholesterol Levels

US Patent:
2005020, Sep 22, 2005
Filed:
May 27, 2004
Appl. No.:
10/855301
Inventors:
Ernesto Brovelli - Corona CA, US
Julio Vallejos - Corrientes, AR
Chioma Ikonte - West Covina CA, US
Gopi Menon - Riverside CA, US
David Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Amitabh Chandra - Grand Rapids MI, US
International Classification:
A61K035/78
US Classification:
424769000
Abstract:
The present invention relates to compositions containing var. leaf and leaf extracts for lowering cholesterol levels and methods thereof.

Plant Based Formulations For Improving Skin Moisture, Texture, And Appearance

US Patent:
2006019, Sep 7, 2006
Filed:
Mar 7, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/075006
Inventors:
Mary Murray - Irvine CA, US
Aaron Crawford - Los Angeles CA, US
David Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Dora Dong - Guangzhou, CN
Michael Huang - Guangzhou, CN
Lynne Connor - Grand Rapids MI, US
International Classification:
A61K 8/97
A61K 36/87
A61K 36/73
A61K 36/232
A61K 31/355
US Classification:
424074000, 424765000, 424766000, 424725000, 514458000
Abstract:
The present invention relates to formulations of ingredients that are useful for improving the appearance, texture and/or moisture of skin. In particular, the formulations of the present invention stimulate collagen, elastin, and lipid synthesis and/or inhibit or minimize the loss of collagen, elastin, and lipids in the skin. Additionally, the formulations of the present invention inhibit matrix metalloproteases, such as MMP-1, MMP-9, collagenase, or elastase.

Plant Based Dietary Supplement For Improving The Duration And Quality Of Sleep

US Patent:
2006019, Sep 7, 2006
Filed:
Mar 7, 2005
Appl. No.:
11/075010
Inventors:
Chioma Ikonte - Corona CA, US
Dora Dong - Guang Zhou, CN
Michael Huang - Guangzhou, CN
David Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Allison Zolnay - Buena Park CA, US
International Classification:
A61K 36/69
A61K 36/65
A61K 47/00
A61K 9/68
A61K 9/20
US Classification:
424439000, 424773000, 424778000, 424440000, 424464000
Abstract:
The present invention relates to compositions for treating insomnia or sleeplessness. The compositions of the present invention comprise jujube extract and at least one of white peony extract, radix polygala extract, and passion flower extract. The extracts used in the compositions of the present invention bind strongly to GABA receptors and work synergistically to shorten the time needed to fall asleep and to improve the quality of sleep by reducing awakenings during sleep and increasing the duration of sleep.

White Peony Extract For Improving The Duration And Quality Of Sleep

US Patent:
2006027, Dec 7, 2006
Filed:
May 19, 2006
Appl. No.:
11/437885
Inventors:
Chioma Ikonte - Corona CA, US
Jatinder Rana - Grand Rapids MI, US
David Fast - Grand Rapids MI, US
Yingqin Li - Murrieta CA, US
International Classification:
A61K 36/725
A61K 36/70
A61K 36/65
US Classification:
424773000, 424774000, 424778000, 424451000, 424440000, 424464000
Abstract:
The present invention relates to compositions for treating insomnia or sleeplessness. The compositions of the present invention comprise extracts of white peony root and in particular comprise paeoniflorin, either alone or in combination with at least one of jujube extract, radix polygala extract, and passion flower extract. The compositions of the present invention bind to GABA receptors and work synergistically to shorten the time needed to fall asleep and to improve the quality of sleep by reducing awakenings during sleep and increasing the duration of sleep.

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