Needlefree Inc. is led by a team with firsthand experience designing needle-free injection systems and navigating regulated manufacturing and pharma environments. The result is a platform grounded in how vaccines are actually delivered at scale.
Our Team
Alan Felton, CEO
Alan Felton serves as Chief Executive Officer of NeedleFree Inc., leading company strategy, technology direction, and external engagement. With extensive experience in biomedical manufacturing, regulated product development, and vaccine-adjacent systems, he guides the advancement of NeedleFree’s needle-free delivery platform from prior concept through current development. Alan brings hands-on leadership in manufacturing, factory operations, and capital formation to the company’s growth.
Cameron Alpural, COO
Cameron Alpural serves as Chief Operating Officer of NeedleFree Inc., overseeing operational planning, supply chain strategy, and execution readiness. He brings deep experience in logistics, operational leadership, and scaling businesses across complex environments. Cameron supports NeedleFree’s transition from early development toward manufacturable and deployable systems.
Pat McCalmon, VP Engineering
Pat McCalmon serves as Vice President of Engineering at NeedleFree Inc., leading mechanical engineering strategy and technical development. With decades of experience across medical devices, manufacturing, and aerospace systems, he guides product design, manufacturability, and engineering rigor. Pat brings direct experience in needle-free injection and rapid inoculation systems to the company’s core technology efforts.
Katie Dixon, CFO
Katie Dixon serves as Chief Financial Officer of NeedleFree Inc., bringing experience across early-stage operations, financial strategy, and project execution. With a background in chemistry and finance, she supports capital planning, financial controls, and cross-functional coordination as the company advances toward scale.
Rachael McCalmon, PhD, VP Project Management
Rachael McCalmon, PhD serves as Vice President of Project Management at NeedleFree Inc., supporting program structure, execution planning, and cross-functional coordination. With deep experience in SaaS, cloud platforms, and distributed teams, she brings disciplined execution and operational clarity to complex initiatives. Rachael helps align strategy, timelines, and delivery as the company progresses through early development milestones.