The Termeer Institute announced that Catharine Smith has been named Chief Executive Officer, reflecting her established leadership of the organization and the importance of the role to guide the Institute’s mission to become a global force to advance transformational biotech leadership.
The Termeer Institute is dedicated to honoring the legacy of Henri A. Termeer by identifying, supporting, and empowering life sciences leaders who can bring life-changing treatments to patients.
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“Catharine has led our work with integrity, vision, and deep commitment to our mission,” said Belinda Termeer, president and co-founder of the Termeer Institute and Member of the Board of Directors. “As CEO, we are confident that Catharine will lead the Institute toward its vision for the next generation of global, purpose-driven biotech leaders and faster cures for patients.”
As executive director since 2021, Smith has guided the Institute through a period of significant growth. Under her leadership, the organization expanded its flagship Termeer Fellows Program, deepened its mentorship network, and broadened collaborations with academic, corporate, and nonprofit partners across the biotech ecosystem both here in the US and abroad.
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“Leading this work has been the privilege of my career,” said Smith. “This moment is about the work ahead: supporting leaders who are responsible not only for scientific excellence, but also for creating an ecosystem defined by humility, responsibility, innovation, passion, and connection. Our vision is a global community where every patient has a cure, and we are committed to building the leadership capacity that will make that vision a reality.”
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Source- businesswire
