RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.– Norris Tolson was selected President and CEO of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center by its board of directors, effective July 2.

Tolson, who has served as secretary of three state cabinet departments, had been the Biotechnology Center’s interim leader since January.

“Norris Tolson is a seasoned leader who is well-respected across North Carolina,” said Sue Cole, chairwoman of the board. “He brings the attributes needed to elevate biotechnology across the state: leadership, strategy, and a rare combination of public and private sector experience.”
Tolson has served on the Biotechnology Center’s Board of Directors since 2000, as a member of the Executive Committee since 2001, and as Vice Chair since 2005. He was one of five co-conveners leading development of the recently completed North Carolina’s Strategic Plan for Biofuels Leadership.

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