John Haag was the chief operating partner of Presidio Partners in San
 Francisco, California. Through Presidio Partners, he has worked with 
Velocity Pharmaceuticals. “John has a unique ability to see into the 
heart of issues and drive practical change,” said David Collier CEO of 
Velocity Pharmaceuticals. He continued saying, “John’s excellent 
attention to detail accompanied by the ability to see the “big picture” 
makes John an excellent partner to company CEO’s and venture investors 
alike.” Haag has been involved with the biotechnology industry on many 
levels. 
Biotechnology is a broad field that involves hundreds of 
companies. The field focuses on the study of biological processes and 
organisms. A major contributor to the biotechnology discipline is the 
pharmaceutical industry. Pharmaceutical companies pour money into the 
research and development of drugs and medicines. The pharmaceutical 
industry does not just involve research, but marketing, business, and 
finance as well. Pharmaceutical companies combine biotechnology with 
many other industries. 
The energy industry involves biotechnology as well. There are many companies that research new ways sources of 
sustainable energy. These companies may focus on how to reduce the use 
of water and other energy sources as well. 
Food production 
involves biotechnology as well. Scientists who work in biotechnology may
 focus on increasing food production and farming efficiencies. They may 
also develop food products that have a higher nutritional value. John Haag has worked with many companies that are involved with the 
biotechnology discipline. He offers these companies his knowledge and 
experience in finance, accounting, organization, and business 
management.