Ella Korets-Smith

C-Level Biotechnology Executive/Founder/Board Director/Ecosystem Builder

• Experienced and energetic biotechnology Founder, Executive and Board Member with a strong scientific background and industry sector expertise in cell and gene therapy, biologics, immunotherapy, regenerative medicine, vaccines, anti-infectives, natural products and medical devices.
• 18+ years of executing Business Development transactions, building and leading sales/marketing teams, strategic planning and positioning for transacting and fundraising
• Built and maintain a large, international network of life sciences and technology company executives, funders including venture capitalists and bankers, researchers, and academic institutions
• Strong contracts and complex transactions skill set, negotiation of licensing and partnership transactions, large sales contracts, research/development agreements, including drafting and due diligence set-up and execution
• A leader and builder of teams and organizations, with strong communication skills and ability to operate at all levels within an organization, as an advisor, board member, executive leader or part of an executive team