Leadership
Karen Freeman
Vice President, Global Human Resources
Karen Freeman
Vice President, Global Human Resources
Karen Freeman is an established professional with over 25 years in human resources management. Throughout her career, she has excelled in overseeing talent recruitment, training and development, performance management, employee relations, and corporate benefits.
Currently serving as Vice President of Global Human Resources at DYNEX Technologies, Mrs. Freeman is responsible for creating and implementing the overall HR strategy for the organization. Her role includes global talent acquisition, leadership development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, employee education and development, as well as compensation and benefits management.
Previously, Mrs. Freeman held leadership positions at Gate Gourmet, managing a team of over 700 employees, and Birmingham Green, a non-profit healthcare facility. Additionally, she served as Vice President of Human Resources at U.S. Foodservice for 12 years and actively contributed to the Washington Metro Industry Liaison Group as a steering committee member.
Mrs. Freeman holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education from Eastern Michigan University. She is also certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM-CP) and is a DDI Certified Master Trainer.
Rich Bahlmann
Vice President, Innovation
Rich Bahlmann
Vice President, Innovation
With over 20 years of industry experience, Rich Bahlmann is a highly experienced professional in the field of clinical diagnostic sales and marketing. Mr. Bahlmann is a leader focused on innovative endeavors in the space of automated instrumentation. He is known for his expertise in strategic planning and analysis, specifically in spearheading cross-functional projects that support corporate strategies and commercial objectives.
Currently serving as Vice President of Innovation at DYNEX Technologies, Mr. Bahlmann leads the research and development team, responsible for ideating, designing, and delivering new products that meet the evolving needs of DYNEX's global customer base.
Throughout his career, Mr. Bahlmann has held various leadership positions at DYNEX Technologies, showcasing his continuous growth and notable achievements. Prior to joining the company, he served as a Marketing Services Manager at Corgenix Medical and later as a Senior Product Manager at Alere Diagnostics.
Mr. Bahlmann holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Keene State College.
Jaya Dondapati
Director, Information Technology & Security
Jaya Dondapati
Director, Information Technology & Security
With a strong foundation in infrastructure security, Jaya Dondapati has developed comprehensive strategies that effectively protect core IT assets and defend organizations against evolving threats and zero-day vulnerabilities.
Currently serving as Director of Information Technology & Security at DYNEX Technologies, Mr. Dondapati is responsible for ensuring the company's cybersecurity and resilience against cyber threats. He prioritizes the security of digital assets and customer data, consistently meeting the highest security and compliance standards by assessing and mitigating risks on a regular basis. Mr. Dondapati actively promotes a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, mentoring his team and colleagues on cyber vigilance and best practices for digital security.
Under his leadership, Mr. Dondapati has successfully managed the complexities of securing cloud-based infrastructures, developing security solutions that offer seamless cloud adoption while ensuring continuous data integrity and privacy.
Mr. Dondapati holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Networking, and Security from George Mason University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad, India.
Warren Robinson
Chief Operating Officer
Warren Robinson
Chief Operating Officer
Warren Robinson brings significant experience in global sales and marketing, strategic planning, and business development. He has a track record of building high-performing commercial teams and believes that a deep understanding of and commitment to customers is paramount to company success. His strong technical background and financial and operational strengths make him an excellent addition to the DYNEX Executive Leadership Team.
Mr. Robinson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Lethbridge/University of Calgary in Alberta, Canada.
Adam Webster
President & Chief Executive Officer
Adam Webster
President & Chief Executive Officer
Adam Webster is President and CEO of Monterey Automation and DYNEX Technologies. As founder of Monterey Automation, headquartered in Reno, Nevada, he has spent more than a decade building a trusted organization specializing in laboratory automation and medical device services for customers throughout North America.
Under his leadership, Monterey has developed extensive expertise across the laboratory instrument lifecycle, including installation, preventive maintenance, field service, depot repair, and refurbishment. The company also maintains a longstanding relationship with DYNEX Technologies, providing technical service, instrument refurbishment, and consumables manufacturing.
Webster brings a hands-on leadership approach focused on operational excellence, quality management, accountability, and continuous improvement. His experience and understanding of DYNEX's technology, customers, and operations position him to lead both organizations as they combine their complementary strengths in product development, manufacturing, and instrument lifecycle support.
Before founding Monterey, Mr. Webster spent much of his career in the finance industry. He remains active in community service in Northern Nevada, including serving as a Trustee of the National Automobile Museum.