Sanjiv Lal is a biotech entrepreneur and investor at the forefront of regenerative medicine, redefining the field through advancements in cell signaling. He is the co-founder of Cell Factors, a pioneering platform focused on translating the human secretome into scalable, clinical-grade solutions across longevity, aesthetics, and human performance.
Sanjiv brings more than two decades of experience spanning biotechnology, laboratory systems, regenerative medicine, and healthcare commercialization. He is Co-Founder and Partner at Motivant, where he supports the growth of healthcare and life sciences companies through operational strategy, capital alignment, and disciplined commercialization. He is also Co-Founder and Partner of RegenTherapy, a regenerative medicine platform dedicated to advancing cellular signaling science and acellular biologics into clinical application.
Earlier in his career, Sanjiv founded three laboratory businesses and successfully exited two, demonstrating a consistent ability to build and scale ventures in complex, highly regulated environments. He has also held executive leadership roles within Fortune 500 biotechnology organizations. Sanjiv earned both his B.S. and M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from The Ohio State University.
At his core, Sanjiv is deeply committed to advancing human longevity and unlocking the potential of regenerative medicine. His work reflects a long-standing passion for developing technologies that meaningfully improve how people age, perform, and recover—bridging scientific innovation with practical, real-world impact.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Sanjiv places great value on time spent with family and loved ones, which he considers central to both personal fulfillment and perspective. He maintains an active lifestyle and has a strong interest in wellness, particularly through practices such as yoga and barre. Together with his wife, Mandy Lal, he co-owns a barre studio—an extension of their shared commitment to health, balance, and community. He also enjoys traveling, exploring new approaches to wellness and longevity, and connecting with others who share his curiosity about optimizing human health.
Sanjiv is driven by intellectual curiosity, a spirit of innovation, and a belief that advancing human health ultimately leads to stronger, more vibrant lives and communities.