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Cruz Eakes

Quality Control Manager

How long have you been at Acumen?

I started at Acumen in April 2024. Prior to joining Acumen, I worked on several neurodegenerative drug products.

What excites you most about the work you do at Acumen?

The most exciting aspect of working at Acumen is the fact that we are working on developing a drug for a disease that in the past had very little hope.

Which of Acumen’s four values (People, Integrity, Innovation, and Perseverance) resonates most with your work and role?

Perseverance resonates most with me and my role in Acumen. Alzheimer’s is a relentless and unwavering disease that requires us to persevere in our work to provide medication to our patients.

From your perspective, what sets our company apart in the field of Alzheimer’s research?

Our company always puts the patients first. We have a number of people in the company who have personal experience with this disease, and it shows in the drive, motivation, and decision making.

Outside of work, what are some of your hobbies or interests that you enjoy in your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy playing golf, playing pickleball, traveling, and going on waterfront walks with my wife Megan and our three dogs Zoe, Odie, and Louis.