Technology Company Xgenex Opens Location in Pasco County

August 21, 2024

Another Life Sciences Company Finds its Home in Pasco County

PASCO COUNTY, FLORIDA (August 21, 2024): Pasco Economic Development Council (Pasco EDC) is thrilled to welcome Xgenex® to Pasco County, Florida. Xgenex®, a leading technology company committed to combating bacterial contamination in the food industry, has located to a new 3,655 square foot facility at The Edison Suncoast. With this investment, Xgenex® is further solidifying its position as an innovator in food safety.

“Pasco County is the perfect location for Xgenex® with active support from Pasco EDC and world-class infrastructure to support our multi-million-dollar state-of-the-art Xymethius® Artificial Intelligence Operations Center in Lutz,” shared Jim Byron, CEO/Owner, Xgenex®. “Proximity to all the cultural diversity and resources of Tampa combined with Tampa International Airport support our business needs while allowing Xgenex® to attract local employees as we expand utilization, develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) resources, and advance additional technologies.” 

Xgenex® specializes in using safe, FDA and USDA-approved food ingredients to help food companies eliminate pathogens like salmonella, E. coli, and listeria, while maintaining organic, kosher, and halal certifications. Through its proprietary and patent-pending technologies, Xgenex® ensures that families, food producers, retailers, and restaurants can enjoy worry-free, safe, clean, green, culturally compliant, organic and conventional food experiences.

In addition to its ongoing work in food safety, Xgenex® is also collaborating with local workforce partners through Pasco EDC’s workforceCONNECT program to create an internship program. This program will provide valuable opportunities for local talent to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge technology and innovation.

“Xgenex® now calls Pasco County home and the founder is working with our team and local workforce partners to create an internship program,” shared Bill Cronin, President/CEO, Pasco EDC. “Utilizing partnerships with local universities and workforce partners is crucial to ensure we continue to develop the talent pipeline our companies need to grow and thrive here.”

The new facility will not only serve as the operational hub for Xgenex® but will also house the Xymethius® Artificial Intelligence Operations Center, a cutting-edge facility dedicated to advancing AI-driven solutions for food safety. Xgenex®'s commitment to innovation is further demonstrated through its focus on research and development. The company is actively working on expanding its portfolio of patent-pending technologies that address various challenges in the food industry. By leveraging the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, Xgenex® aims to develop new solutions that not only improve food safety but also enhance overall operational efficiency for its clients.

“It’s exciting to see a high-tech company like Xgenex® call Pasco County home,” said Pasco County Commissioner Yeager. “We look forward to supporting their continued success and growth in our community."