Meet the Team!
We are dedicated scientists, healthcare workers, engineers, and needle safety experts.
We are focused on addressing major challenges diverse workplaces and bringing safety, efficiency, and cost-reduction to clients with tight budgets and working with hazardous substances through innovative sharps products and services.
Ina Na, PhD
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Ina grew up in Greater Vancouver and graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a BSc in Biology and a minor in Public Health and Society. She went on to join the Keeling Lab at UBC completing an accelerated MSc-to-PhD program while serving as a teaching assistant, conference coordinator, speaking at international conferences, and travelling to remote locations to conduct field research while concurrently building NeedleAID and completing entrepreneurial training under the guidance of seasoned business advisors with exiting experience at Innovation UBC (formerly entrepreneurship@UBC). Ina brings 10+ years of laboratory and healthcare experience including at the National Microbiology Laboratory, BC Centre for Disease Control, and National Research Council, as well as volunteering background in student services, healthcare, and leadership committees. Ina's broad skillset and experiences enable her to help others turn their ideas into reality.
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Ina's Research Works: www.researchgate.net/profile/Ina-Na​​​​​​​​​
Jamie Magrill, MSc, HonBSc
Chief Operating Officer, President & Co-Founder​
Jamie Magrill completed his MSc in Biomedical Science from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem in 2021 and an HonBSc from the University of British Columbia in 2018, with a focus on cancer and diabetes research, and is now completing a dual-doctorate MD-PhD at McGill University. With eight years of biomedical research experience, and six years of volunteer leadership in student services, healthcare, adaptive aquatics and STEM teaching and outreach, Jamie comes to the table with a wide variety of experiences and skills that enable him to empower and guide people and projects to achieve their best results; helping the people who help make the world a better place.
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Jamie's Research Works: www.researchgate.net/profile/Jamie-Magrill
Anna Frumkin, MPP, BPharm, BSc
Chief Sales Officer & Co-Founder
Anna Frumkin grew up in Israel and completed a BPharm from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and recently completed an MPP (Masters of Public Policy) at McGill University, focusing on health policy. She has four years of experience working in community pharmacies and at Ichilov Hospital as a Hospital Pharmacist and Clinic Administrator, and experience working in a research laboratory at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Anna previously completed a BSc at the Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, in Portugal, where she acquired competence in Portuguese and Spanish.
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Anna's Research Works:
Paul Adamson, BASc
Principal Developer
Paul is a visionary technology leader with a B.A.Sc. in Electronics and Information Engineering, bringing deep expertise in designing and deploying transformative solutions. As Chief Technology Officer, he has mastered the art of building scalable, high-performance systems—from electronics and firmware in telecom to large-scale client-server architectures. His track record spans innovative web applications in manufacturing, healthcare client management, and social impact sectors, where his hands-on development approach drives efficiency and innovation. More than a technical strategist, Paul excels in leading development, project, and test teams to deliver groundbreaking advancements in healthcare technology. His consulting acumen and passion for creating impactful solutions ensure that technology meets real-world needs, improving patient care and operational excellence. With a sharp focus on innovation and execution, he is committed to driving forward-thinking investments that shape the future of healthcare.
Pnina Grossman, BEng
Senior Design Engineer
Pnina Grossman is a graduate of City College of New York where she studied Mechanical Engineering. Her interests are in biomedical device design and development. She has gained experience in biomedical labs and industry over the past 5 years.
Our Team in Action!
