Jennifer Hawks Bland

At-a-Glance

CEO of NewYorkBIO, leading growth and strategic positioning
Focuses on advancing New York's life science sector
Prior senior government affairs roles at Merck
Expertise in public affairs, strategic growth, and public policy
Launched flagship convenings that elevate patient engagement and capital formation

Biography

Jennifer Hawks Bland serves as the CEO of NewYorkBIO, where she is responsible for the organization's growth and strategic positioning. Her work focuses on the intersection of innovation, policy, and industry engagement, utilizing strategic communications, policy analysis, and ecosystem-building to advance New York's life science sector.