About Tailored Genes
Precision-driven and purpose-built to advance gene therapy innovation.
Advancing Gene Therapy Since 2014
Founded in 2014, Tailored Genes was created to deliver high-quality, custom viral vector solutions that help researchers and therapeutic developers bring their innovations to life — faster and more efficiently. Today, we proudly support biotech companies, academic institutions, and gene therapy startups globally with cutting-edge tools and expert guidance from R&D to GMP manufacturing.
Our GMP-capable facility offers GMP-compliant manufacturing services for gene and cell therapy applications — giving our clients a trusted partner through every stage of development, from concept to clinic.
Our Mission
To deliver high-quality viral vector and cell engineering services that drive innovation from discovery to GMP-ready gene and cell therapy products.
Our Story
From Tailoring Fabric to Tailoring Genes. The story of Tailored Genes begins with a family of literal tailors. Dr. Chetan Tailor, our founder and CEO, comes from a lineage where craftsmanship was in the name — his ancestors were garment makers, passing down a tradition of precision, care, and customization. That same spirit now lives on in a different form: gene delivery. Even his wife, Chhaya’s family carried the legacy — her uncle was part of a tailoring team that crafted garments for Princess Diana. That shared heritage inspired the company name: Tailored Genes.
Dr. Tailor’s path into science began in the U.K., where his early work in HIV research led to breakthrough discoveries and ignited his passion for molecular biology. Over the next two decades, he honed his expertise in viral vector development through academic and research roles in the U.S. and Canada, including at the Hospital for Sick Children and the University Health Network.
In 2015 Dr. Tailor decided to open his own lab and began working evenings in a 200 sq ft lab space in downtown Toronto, developing viral vectors after hours. What started as a side project quickly gained traction. By 2016, he took the leap and launched Tailored Genes full-time.
From that small space to a new GMP-ready facility, Tailored Genes has grown into a globally trusted partner in gene and cell therapy, all grounded in one mission - to make science personal, precise, and accessible.
Today, we tailor viral vector solutions with the same values that started it all: craftsmanship, care, and the courage to build something better.
Team
The Team
Led by Dr. Chetan Tailor, a pioneer in retroviral and lentiviral vector systems with over 30+ years of molecular biology experience, Tailored Genes is known for its scientific depth, personal service, and dependable execution.
Dr. Chetan (Chet) Tailor
Founder & CEO
Santhosh Dhanraj
Scientific Director
Bahaar Segal
Research Scientist
Almyra Janice
Program Manager
Our Partners
Melissa Gallo
Marketing Director
Leslie Klatt
Marketing Strategist
Why Tailored Genes
GMP-Compliant manufacturing facility
for clinical-grade lentivirus and AAV vectors
End-to-end service
from gene design to expression validation and final product delivery
Personalized project support
with a dedicated scientific team and project manager
North American production
ensures quality, safety, and regulatory alignment
Trusted by top biotech firms
and academic research labs
100% satisfaction guarantee
we work closely with you until the result is exactly right
Join Our Team
We're growing — and so is our impact. If you're passionate about gene and cell therapy, and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of biologics, we want to hear from you.
Explore careers at Tailored Genes and help build the future of gene delivery science.
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