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 professional experience, Elena has spent nearly 15 years in the healthcare sector, demonstrating expertise across a wide range of functions including corporate development, strategy, marketing, and business operations, with a geographical footprint that spans the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America.Elena's leadership is characterized by her ability to develop talent, achieve strong team cohesion, and foster a business culture that drives organizational success. She is adept at synthesizing new knowledge to create valuable insights, identifying strategic opportunities, and inspiring cross-functional teams to deliver significant business impacts efficiently.Her career highlights include roles at Takeda Pharmaceuticals, where she led the Commercial Head of the Vaccine Business Unit and significantly contributed to the global commercialization of vaccines. Elena's achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Healthcare Businesswomen Association (HBA) Rising Star Award in 2017 and the Hall of Femme award by Medical, Marketing, and Media in 2018.Elena holds an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, specializing in Strategic Management and Marketing. She is also an active volunteer with the Girl Scouts of America, demonstrating her commitment to community service alongside her professional endeavors.