Meet the Team

Pete Tortorelli

GM/Managing Director

Pete is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in leadership roles within the scientific research and industrial sectors. Currently serving as General Manager of Revvity Omni International, a global leader specializing in advanced homogenizer solutions, Pete previously held the position of CEO at Omni International. His impressive tenure has been marked by significant contributions to business development, strategic planning, and innovation in biotechnology and life sciences.

Pete possesses a distinguished educational background, equipping him with a robust foundation in both business management and scientific principles. His strategic vision and leadership have fostered successful partnerships and initiatives, demonstrated through impactful webinars and collaborations showcasing state-of-the-art equipment like the Omni Bead Ruptor Elite and Omni LH96.

Ed Vargas

Chief Operating Officer

Ed Vargas is a seasoned operations executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in the Biotechnology and Aerospace industries. As Chief Operating Officer and Director of Business Management, he brings a strategic focus on integrating Information Technology, Innovation, and Automation to drive efficiency and growth across business units.

Ed holds an MBA and Bachelor of Management degree from the University of Phoenix and is certified in Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Scrum Master, and Project Management. His forward-thinking approach and operational expertise continue to deliver measurable impact at the executive level.

Brittany Goldstein

Senior Business Manager

Brittany Goldstein is a Senior Business Manager at Omni, leading strategic initiatives in scientific instrument marketing, collaborative projects, and process development within the biotechnology sector. With a strong background in strategic planning and product innovation, Brittany excels in navigating complex market dynamics to drive business growth and enhance customer satisfaction.

In her role, Brittany oversees comprehensive marketing strategies, fosters collaborative partnerships, and streamlines internal processes to optimize performance and efficiency. Her leadership and commitment to excellence have consistently delivered impactful solutions, positioning Omni as a leader in scientific instrumentation.

Brittany is recognized for her ability to lead cross-functional teams, develop robust processes, and effectively engage with clients and stakeholders to achieve outstanding results.

She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Management and Marketing, graduating cum laude from Florida Atlantic University. Additionally, Brittany is a Registered Nurse (RN) and holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

Rodney Nash

Chief Scientific Officer

Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Rodney J. Nash started his career at Georgia State University (Atlanta) where he completed both undergraduate and graduate (Masters) degrees. This was followed by the completion of his Ph.D at The University of Georgia (Athens). He continued his training at Emory University (Atlanta) where he completed two Post-Doctorates (1st Department of Anesthesiology and Neurosciences; 2nd Department of Pediatrics), where he became the lead investigator of the Emory Stem Cell Core Facility. His accomplishments include glioblastoma-targeting nano-particles, as well as multiple publications involving stem cell and tumor research.

Dr. Nash continues to contribute to and influence science. Working for Revvity has allowed for ground-breaking collaborations with the scientific communities. Many of his accomplishments include biotech startups and commercial product and diagnostic development. Dr. Nash is also a professor at Georgia State University, the institution where he began his career. He greatly believes in giving back to the education system which he has benefited from.

Gabriella Ryan

Senior Application Scientist

Gabriella Ryan is a Senior Application Scientist at Omni, where she drives the development and integration of Omni sample preparation technologies by working with industry leaders, customers and sales to create innovative assays, provide technical support, drive product development and work cross-functionally with marketing to promote our solutions. Gabriella graduated from Georgia State University where she earned a Master of Science in biological science, with a concentration in medical science. She joined Omni as a laboratory intern, at the tail end of her bachelor’s degree and continued to work and develop a passion for the Omni portfolio ever since.

Outside of Omni, Gabriella enjoys spending time with loved ones and traveling. She also thoroughly enjoys cooking and baking. Some of her favorite dishes and desserts to make are chicken parmigiana, adobo chicken burrito bowls (with all the fixings) and almond biscotti. A lesser-known fact about Gabriella is that she is a classically trained violinist with about 10 years of experience under her belt. She wishes she had more time to play the violin but uses this as an excuse to get out and see small chamber or string-quartet performances as often as possible.

Caleb Proctor

Research and Applications Laboratory Manager

I’m Caleb Proctor. I am the Research and Applications Laboratory Manager for Omni International where we specialize in sample preparation of tissues and solid matrices for many types of molecular applications.

I grew up on a cattle farm in North Alabama where I found my love for biology in hands-on applications around the farm. I have studied microbiology at Auburn University and Cellular Biology in graduate school at Georgia State University. I have utilized these skills from the universities in small, growing, and large companies to aid in the research and development process of FDA-approved medical devices for pathogen detection, application development for laboratory equipment, and translational communication between researchers and sales teams for the past decade.

I find the most joy in my career solving complex problems in and around laboratories working on the next big breakthrough or solving real-world problems. When I’m not in the lab or at work, you can find me either enjoying time with my wife and daughter, gaming, or in the woods hunting.

Aamna Aijaz

Associate Application Scientist

Aamna Aijaz is the Associate Application Scientist at Omni, dedicated to developing tailored homogenizing solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern laboratories.

A 2023 graduate of Kennesaw State University with a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, specializing in protein synthesis, Aamna is passionate about advancing sample preparation workflows and exploring ways to integrate automation into laboratory processes. Her work bridges innovation and practicality, helping researchers optimize their applications efficiently.