The story
Founded by Wayne Holman and Wendy Holman.1
Private company
Ridgeback Biotherapeutics
Logo: ridgebackbio.com3
American biotechnology company
Ridgeback Biotherapeutics is a Miami-based biotechnology company, primarily known for its involvement in developing a successful COVID-19 medication. Ridgeback is privately owned by hedge fund manager and physician, Wayne Holman (formerly of S.A.C. Capital Advisors) and his wife Wendy Holman.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
- Industrybiotechnology, pharmaceutical industry1
- HeadquartersMiami1
- Websitewww.ridgebackbio.com
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Ridgeback Biotherapeutics is a Miami-based biotechnology company, primarily known for its involvement in developing a successful COVID-19 medication. Ridgeback is privately owned by hedge fund manager and physician, Wayne Holman (formerly of S.A.C. Capital Advisors) and his wife Wendy Holman.2
Leadership
Who has led Ridgeback Biotherapeutics, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
Chief executive
20202025
- FounderWayne Holman1
- FounderWendy Holman1
- Chief executive officerWendy Holman 2016 to now1
Timeline
- 2016New chief executive Wendy Holman becomes CEO1
Links
- Websitewww.ridgebackbio.com1
- LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/company/ridgeback-biotherapeutics1
- WikipediaRidgeback Biotherapeutics
- WikidataQ109546866
Sources
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- 3Company websiteRidgeback Biotherapeutics logo