How we’re unique | Who we are | Companies we’ve served
Valicom provides senior-level validation and regulatory compliance consulting for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, diagnostics, medical device, and other regulated life science organizations.
Founded in 2002 and based in San Diego, Valicom helps companies complete critical compliance projects efficiently, correctly, and without the overhead often associated with larger consulting firms. Our work supports regulated systems, laboratories, manufacturing operations, quality systems, and inspection readiness.
How are we unique?
Why clients choose Valicom
At Valicom, our strength lies in a proven track record, carefully selected staff, balanced expertise, and a cost structure that delivers greater value to our clients.
Regulated companies work with Valicom when they need practical, experienced support — not layers of management, inexperienced consultants, or unnecessary complexity.
Experienced, carefully chosen senior professionals with hands-on expertise
Unlike larger firms that often swap experienced staff for junior resources once a project begins, Valicom focuses on direct involvement by seasoned professionals who contribute — immediately. Our team brings a balanced combination of regulatory knowledge and technical expertise, with backgrounds as chemists, quality engineers, IT professionals, and executive management. Many of our consultants are also recognized speakers and have defended their work before regulatory agencies — another reason for our high rate of repeat and referral business.
High value, lower cost
Valicom operates with a low-overhead, lean structure, avoiding the sales forces and costly headquarters common to larger firms. This allows us to pass along substantial savings without compromising quality. Based in San Diego, CA, we also minimize travel costs for Southern California clients.
Choose Valicom
Valicom’s business has been built on repeat clients, referrals, and long-term relationships within the regulated medical and life science community. Large firms may charge double the cost for half the result. With Valicom, you get expert support, efficient project execution, and measurable value — delivered in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Contact Valicom to discuss how we can help with your next validation or regulatory compliance project.
Who are we?
Erik Staley is Valicom’s Founder and Principal Consultant. He is a validation and compliance specialist with more than 30 years of experience in the life sciences.
Before establishing Valicom in 2002, Mr. Staley co-founded another validation and compliance services firm and has held key roles in quality assurance, laboratory operations, and quality engineering with pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies across Southern California.
Who have we served?
Valicom has aided a variety of companies, from startups initiating a quality system, to well-established multinationals, to non-profits. Our clients have included:

Abbott Laboratories | Aeolus Pharmaceuticals | Ambry Genetics | Anadys Pharmaceuticals | Aperio Technologies (Leica) | Aptose Biosciences | Biogen Idec | Dart Neuroscience | De Novo Software | Dose Medical/Glaukos | Genentech | Genopis | Innovative Cell Technologies | John Wayne Cancer Institute | La Jolla Pharmaceutical | Metacrine | ProPharma | Roche | SkyePharma | TrialSpark | Wacker Biotech US