The BioChroma Mission

Leadership committed to precision and excellence.

Based in the DFW metroplex, our team provides analytical solutions tailored precisely to client needs and regulatory demands. We serve as a technical extension of your R&D team.

BioChroma Laboratory Facility

DFW Analytical Facility

State-of-the-art instrumentation suite.

Executive Suite

Strategic & Scientific Stewardship

Benny McKee
CEO & Cofounder

Benny McKee

Background: Dallas Baptist University (BS Biology); HACCP & Food Safety Certified.

With nearly three decades of executive leadership, Benny drives organizational efficiency and customer-focused service. His expertise spans strategic planning, operational management, and regulatory stewardship.

Dr. Cheri Turman-Ballard
CSO & Cofounder

Dr. Cheri Turman-Ballard

Background: PhD Biomedical Sciences (UT MD Anderson); MS/BS Chemistry (SFA).

A distinguished pharmaceutical scientist with over 25 years of experience across dietary supplements and pharma. Her leadership ensures rigorous method development and robust quality standards.

Amber Howeth
CFO

Amber Howeth

Background: Texas A&M Commerce (BS Business & Psychology).

Possessing over 20 years of expertise in accounting and financial management for the food and pharmaceutical sectors, Amber ensures fiscal precision and sustainable growth strategies.

Operational Leadership

Technical Department Oversight

Chemistry Department

Organic Lead

Targeted analysis of vitamins, actives, and degradation products via LCMS/GCMS.

Inorganic Lead

Mineral profiling, heavy metals, and ICP-based analytical pathways.

Wet Chemistry Lead

Titrations, physical testing, and compositional analysis (Protein/Nitrogen).

Microbiology Department

Safety & Pathogens Lead

Oversight of USP <61>/<62> and BAM screening protocols.

Efficacy & Challenge Lead

Specialized study design for AET and Time-Kill studies.

Support Services Department

Stability Lead

Management of ICH storage conditions and shelf-life data modeling.

Quality Control Lead

Independent data review and QMS version control oversight.

Connect with our Technical Leads

Our department heads are available to discuss specific method requirements and program scoping.