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Keith Leonard
Founder & CEO at Luminous Energy
Keith R. Leonard is a prominent biotechnology entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.1 He currently serves on the Board of Directors at Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARQT), a position he has held since September 2021.1
Professional Experience
Keith Leonard's career spans several decades and includes leadership roles in various biotechnology companies:
Current Positions::
- Chairman of the Board of Directors at UNITY Biotechnology (since January 2016)
- Chair of the Board of Directors at LA Opera (since September 2015)
- Board member at Intuitive (since January 2016)
- Board member at The Music Center (since June 2021)
Previous Roles::
- Founder, President & CEO of KYTHERA Biopharmaceuticals (2005-2015)
- General Manager and Senior Vice President, Europe at Amgen Europe, GmbH (2001-2004)
- Various other leadership positions at Amgen Europe
Military Service
Before his career in biotechnology, Leonard served as a Lieutenant in the US Navy Civil Engineer Corps from 1984 to 1991.1
Education
Keith Leonard has a strong educational background:
- BS in Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles
- BA in European History from the University of Maryland University College
- MS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley
- MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management
Keith Leonard's diverse experience in biotechnology, his leadership roles in various companies, and his educational background make him a valuable asset to the Board of Directors at Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.1
