Samuele Butera

Samuele Butera is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse educational background and extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and consulting industries.

He holds a Master's degree in Public Policy from Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, further complemented by his education at prestigious institutions like Oxford Swan School, Università Bocconi, UC San Diego, and Université Nice Sophia Antipolis.

Samuele Butera has held several key leadership positions, including President of US Pulmonary Hypertension and Retina at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, Worldwide Vice President of Infectious Diseases and Vaccines at Janssen Inc., and Global Cell & Gene Therapies Business Leader at Novartis.

His career also includes significant roles such as Vice President & Head of Oncology CAR-T US at Novartis, Vice President & Head of Biopharmaceuticals North America at Sandoz, and various leadership positions at Novartis Pharmaceuticals - U.S.

Prior to his notable roles in the pharmaceutical sector, Samuele Butera gained valuable experience as an Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company, a Teacher Assistants Supervisor at Harvard University, a Summer Associate at Goldman Sachs, and a Consultant at the United Nations.

His background showcases a strong blend of leadership, business acumen, and academic excellence, making him a well-rounded professional with a wealth of expertise.