Tharini S.

Tharini S. is a seasoned professional in health policy and government relations with extensive experience in various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Health Policy at Cepheid since May 2021, Tharini previously held the position of Senior Director for Government Relations and Policy at Sirona Strategies. Prior roles include Senior Engagement Manager in Global External Affairs at US Pharmacopeia, where Tharini managed initiatives on medicines quality and antimicrobial resistance, and Vice President at AdvaMedDx, focusing on diagnostics industry representation. Additional experience encompasses senior associate roles at APCO Worldwide and Marwood Group, contributing to significant policy analysis and client management. Tharini began a career as a Legislative Analyst at Dean Blakey and Moskowitz, tracking legislative activities. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Biology from Boston University and a Master of Health Sciences in Health Policy from The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.