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Joshua Baisley, Head of SGS Nutrasource, leads the organization’s global clinical, regulatory, scientific and certification services platform. With over 20 years of experience across contract research, regulatory strategy, clinical operations, preclinical programs, and quality systems, Joshua brings a deep, practical understanding of how science, compliance, and business execution intersect.

Joshua has spent more than a decade growing within Nutrasource, playing a central role in the expansion of its services and global partnerships. His experience spans across multiple jurisdictions, and the integration of clinical, regulatory, and preclinical strategies to support efficient, high-quality outcomes for clients.

In addition to his scientific and operational leadership, Joshua has driven the development and expansion of Nutrasource’s Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Assurance function, supporting compliance across all SGS Nutrasource activities. He is known for a rigorous, risk-based approach and has worked extensively with regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders to design and execute programs that meet the highest standards of scientific integrity, data quality, and compliance while remaining commercially practical.

As Head of SGS Nutrasource, Joshua’s focus is on strengthening global capabilities as part of SGS, and continuing to deliver integrated, science-driven, innovative solutions to support our esteemed clients

Elisa Fernandez is Vice President of Sales & Marketing at SGS Nutrasource, with nearly 15 years of experience across the natural products, dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. With a scientific background, she brings a strong evidence-based perspective to commercial strategy, with particular expertise in the biotics space.

Elisa leads global sales and marketing initiatives while driving SGS Nutrasource’s clinical, regulatory, and certifications portfolio, helping to support some of the most prominent ingredient manufacturers and brands worldwide. She is known for her ability to translate complex scientific and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable solutions that help clients bring credible, compliant products to market.

A collaborative and forward thinker, Elisa is actively engaged in the nutraceutical industry and is passionate about building high-performing teams, fostering long-term partnerships, and advancing science-driven innovation.

Dr. Stephanie-Anne Girard, PhD, is Director of Scientific Affairs at SGS Nutrasource, where she leads the development of clinical and regulatory documents and oversees scientific strategy for global clients. With over 17 years of experience, she specializes in clinical trial design, data interpretation, and scientific communications, ensuring accuracy and compliance across complex projects. She has authored peer-reviewed publications and presents regularly at international scientific conferences.

Dr. Girard holds a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from University of Florida, a Master’s in Pharmacology from Université de Montréal, and a BSc in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill University, along with a postdoctoral fellowship through Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada.