Shawn Honeyager

Exact Sciences: Exact Sciences is a molecular diagnostics company focused on colorectal cancer. The company has exclusive intellectual property protecting its non-invasive, molecular screening technology to detect colorectal cancer. Stool-based DNA (sDNA) technology is included in the colorectal cancer screening guidelines of the American Cancer Society and the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer. Exact Sciences strives to detect cancer earlier to improve outcomes by applying a unique scientific platform through their partnership with Mayo Clinic. The company also hopes to improve patient outcomes and change how cancer is detected by ensuring access to minimally invasive tests, optimizing screening programs to improve compliance, and continually providing high-quality data to guide clinical decision-making. Lastly, Exact Sciences hopes to create a long-term, sustainable impact by investing in their people, technology, and infrastructure for the long term to create value for patients, their employees, investors, and their community.

‍Bio Highlights: Shawn Honeyager serves as Vice President of Operations at Exact Sciences, a global leader in cancer screening and diagnostics. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison with a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Biology, Shawn oversees global procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, and technical operations supporting the company’s comprehensive portfolio of diagnostic products. With nearly two decades of experience spanning biotechnology, healthcare, and life sciences manufacturing, Shawn has led large-scale operational organizations that deliver measurable impact for both patients and business performance. At Exact Sciences, he directs enterprise-wide initiatives that drive productivity, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen supply chain resiliency. He has developed strategic global partnerships that have created significant value, built next-generation manufacturing and sequencing capabilities, and championed digital transformation programs to advance operational excellence. Prior to his current role, Shawn held progressive leadership positions within Exact Sciences and Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he led teams in manufacturing sciences, technical transfer, validation, and quality control. His experience includes scaling global supply chains to support millions of patient tests, executing FDA-approved manufacturing transitions, and integrating major acquisitions into complex operational frameworks. Beyond his career, Shawn values time with his wife and two kids and can often be found on the water fishing, playing golf, or enjoying live music. He loves the outdoors, traveling with his family, and cheering on the Wisconsin Badgers.