A world leader in developing and implementing new techniques for embryo transfer
Boviteq offers reproductive and genetic solutions to clients across the US from its world-class In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) lab in Madison, Wisconsin.
Working with Accredited OPU (Ovum Pick Up) centers, clients can take advantage of Boviteq's innovative reproductive technologies. Our goal is to offer the best options available to our clients that will optimize the reproductive career of their elite animals and manage their herds' genetic advancement.
As the Director, Boviteq Business Development North America, Dr. Shantille Campbell is responsible for veterinary collaboration, client relationships and retention as well as technical inquiries related to OPU/IVF services.
Shantille was raised on a diversified sheep and cattle operation near Tecumseh, Nebraska. Being actively involved in the livestock industry since childhood was extremely influential on her career ambitions of serving the cattle industry and its stakeholders. She earned her B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Nebraska, followed by her M.S. in Biomedical Science at the Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Lab at Colorado State University. There her research focused on improving cryopreservation techniques for both in vivo- and in vitro- produced bovine embryos.
Dr. Campbell then earned her Ph.D. in Reproductive Physiology from the University of Minnesota while utilizing OPU/IVF technologies and embryo recovery and transfer to study the impacts of nutrition on oocyte quality, uterine function and early embryonic development.
In 2014 she joined Boviteq in the US, helping to launch our services from coast to coast.
shcampbell@boviteq.com
C: 402-239-2833
Parker West is the Director of Operations at Boviteq, overseeing IVF embryo production across Boviteq’s US laboratories and markets. With a background in large-volume IVF for dairy and beef, he specializes in optimizing processes, ensuring quality, and maintaining compliance.
Raised on a commercial seed stock cattle operation in southern Oklahoma, Parker holds a degree in animal science with a concentration in production from Tarleton State University. He is a leader in embryo operations and has specialized in managing laboratory teams, streamlining operations, and driving standardization to ensure consistent, high-quality results. With a strong background in laboratory management and the livestock industry, Parker is proven to foster collaboration, implement best practices, and enhance productivity.
Parker has an impressive track record of leading laboratory teams and promoting efficiency, innovation, and collaboration to achieve high-quality results and strong stakeholder relationships. He is committed to advancing reproductive technologies while empowering the Boviteq teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and drive mutual success.
pwest@boviteq.com
T: 608-838-2447
Marcus Schroepfer joined Boviteq in May 2022 as a Client Service Representative after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Science in Dairy Science. In this role, Marcus demonstrated exemplary customer service skills and exceptional knowledge of IVF through all process steps.
As Client Services Supervisor, he oversees the US Client Services Team. This involves collaborating with the entire Boviteq management group to ensure proper processes and policies are in place, providing the best possible service to our veterinarians and clients. He coordinates embryo exports, supports marketing planning, and played a key role in securing USDA approval for the Boviteq labs in Syracuse, New York, and Gilbert, Arizona.
mschroepfer@boviteq.com
T: 608-838-2482
Riley Zettle is Boviteq’s Dairy Sales Specialist, focused on dairy sales, working alongside our vet partners, and communicating with dairy customers as well as potential new dairy clients. Joining Boviteq right out of college in the Summer of 2019, Riley started as a Customer Service Representative focused on the day-to-day communication with vets and clients revolving around matings. His quick mastery of that role and excellence in client communication and passion for the dairy industry made for a quick study. In January of 2021, Riley was promoted to his new role as our Dairy Sales Specialist.
Riley’s involvement in the dairy industry started at a young age, working on a registered Holstein farm where he is still actively involved. Through many local families Riley built his foundation of dairy knowledge allowing him to better understand client needs. Given this interest early in life, Riley pursued his education with a desire to serve dairy clients. He earned his Bachelor of Science in agricultural business from Iowa State University, where he was an active member the Agricultural Business Club and the Dairy Science Club.
rzettle@boviteq.com
T: 608-838-2441
Katie Lohr is a Lab Manager at Boviteq in the US, with nine years of IVF experience.
In this role, she works closely with client services, continuous improvement, and leadership to ensure excellence at Boviteq and oversees operations at labs in Wisconsin and New York.
Katie has forged her own path at Boviteq, working her way up from lab technician to manager. In 2016, she started as a lab technician, moved into the supervisor position in 2018, and has been in the manager position since 2022. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor of Science in Genetics.
Passion for leadership and people empower Katie in her day-to-day. “People are the cornerstone of our success” is a company value that greatly resonates with her. She is looking forward to supporting the continued success and innovation of Boviteq.
klohr@boviteq.com
T: 608-838-2504
Chuck Klipstine is Boviteq's Embryo Lab Supervisor & Technical Consultant. With Boviteq in the US since its inception in 2013, Chuck joined our team with three years of previous IVF experience.
Chuck is well-versed in IVF, laboratory protocols and reproductive technologies having trained extensively at Boviteq's lab in Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec. In 2015 he learned reverse semen sorting techniques and brought this technology back to Boviteq's US clients. He was key in the planning and design of our new state-of-the-art laboratory, and in 2017 was named IVF Lab Coordinator, overseeing all lab activities and staff. In 2018, Chuck assumed responsibilities as Embryo Coordinator, focusing on reverse sorting and Boviteq's embryo teams and activities.
cklipstine@boviteq.com
T: 608-838-2504
Dave Powell is in charge of Boviteq’s Beef Sales Development, specializing in beef sales, working alongside our vet partners, and communicating with customers and potential new beef clients.
With a lifetime of experience, Dave has worked in all aspects of the beef industry. This has included managing several elite Angus ranches and as a Research Cattle Manager at the University of Auburn. An Abraham Baldwin Agriculture College graduate, Dave’s well-versed in reproduction and production management and has his Master Cattlemen Certificate from Auburn University.
Dave believes in helping producers navigate complex business models, is knowledgeable about reproduction, and will leverage his experience to ensure Boviteq clients achieve success.
dpowell@boviteq.com
T: 816-500-2362