Mandana Asgharnejad

Mandana Asgharnejad is a seasoned professional in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, currently serving as the Senior Vice President at Exelixis since September 2023. Previously, Mandana held the position of Chief Operating Officer at CZ Biohub, overseeing internal operations, collaborations, and a substantial budget. At Genentech, Mandana advanced through various roles, culminating in the Executive Director of Global Business Operations, and demonstrated expertise in managing global resources and budgets across multiple locations. Mandana's career began at Merck, where a range of leadership positions was held, including Director of External Scientific Affairs and roles in research and development. Mandana completed a Ph.D. in Biopharmaceutics and an MS in Mathematics at the University of Michigan, along with a B.S. in Pharmacy from the University of Minnesota.