Elena Cant is a distinguished executive in the Life Science industry, currently serving as the Chief Operating and Commercial Officer at Culture Biosciences. With over 20 years of experience, nearly 15 of which are in the healthcare sector, Elena has demonstrated expertise across a wide range of functions including corporate development, strategy, marketing, and R&D, as well as in diverse geographies such as the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.Elena's leadership is characterized by her ability to inspire and develop teams, achieving strong followership and fostering a business culture that drives organizational success. She is known for her strategic acumen in synthesizing new knowledge to identify and prioritize opportunities, ensuring efficient delivery of substantial business impact across functions and regions.Her career highlights include roles as Commercial Head of the Vaccine Business Unit at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, where she built a global commercial organization and led the commercialization of vaccines with potential revenues exceeding $1 billion. She has also held significant positions at Societal™ CDMO, TwinStrand Biosciences, and Hospira, showcasing her ability to drive both organic and inorganic growth and execute successful turnarounds.Elena's contributions to the industry have been recognized with several awards, including the Healthcare Businesswomen Association (HBA) Rising Star Award in 2017 and the Hall of Femme award by Medical, Marketing, and Media in 2018. Additionally, she actively volunteers with the Girl Scouts of America, demonstrating her commitment to community service and leadership development.