our Mission

Supportive Startup Community

At Aquillius, our mission is to build a collaborative ecosystem that connects you with the resources essential for launching and scaling your startup. We are committed to developing coworking spaces designed to fuel your success and growth.

OUr tEAM

MyPhuong Le, PhD
President

MyPhuong obtained her Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics and Translational Research from University of Florida. From her work at the University of Washington, Blue Heron Biotechnology, and the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, she has over 20 years of experience in the life science field, including drug and device development.  In addition to research projects, MyPhuong developed and managed the quality management system under ISO 13485 for medical devices for Microtek. MyPhuong enjoys DIY projects and woodworking.

Leah Villegas, PhD
Vice President

Leah brings over 15 years of combined experience in early-stage drug and device development, life science research and business development. She has a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from University of Florida and an MBA, specializing in finance, from University of Colorado Denver. She has worked on research programs such as identification of therapeutic pathways for fungal lung infections at Mayo Clinic, and targeted drug delivery systems for cardiopulmonary diseases the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.  Leah enjoys hiking, stand-up paddle boarding, going to the San Diego Safari Park, and is an aspiring apiarist.

Ron Drummond
Director of Sales

Ron is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of leadership experience, combining a disciplined military background with expertise in business development, sales leadership, and strategic growth. He has successfully led cross-functional teams, streamlined operations, and driven key initiatives that align with company objectives. Known for his collaborative leadership style and data-driven decision-making, Ron has a proven track record of managing multi-million-dollar portfolios, optimizing processes, and delivering results across diverse industries.

Outside of work, Ron is a proud dad to two young competitive swimmers and owns two huskies. He balances his professional life with personal passions, including participating in an all-veteran competitive shooting team, bringing the same focus and teamwork to his hobbies as he does to his career.

Emith Lopez, MBA
Direct of BD

With an MBA from La Rioja University, Emith Lopez has over a decade of international experience in business development, market expansion, and strategic partnerships. As an entrepreneur, Emith  works closely with startups to develop innovative strategies, define activities, business models, and connect with global markets. With a passion for fostering growth, Emith also is an active mentor and passionate to help support women’s development programs. Bilingual and deeply committed to community and business growth, Emith provides strategic insights to help businesses thrive in a competitive landscape.