Hazel Blackhart
About Hazel Blackhart
Hazel Blackhart is the Sr. Director of COBA Business Planning at BeiGene and Director of Commercial Business Operations at Seagen, with over 20 years of experience in global stakeholder management, operations, and strategy.
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Hazel Blackhart is currently the Sr. Director of COBA Business Planning at BeiGene and serves as the Director of Commercial Business Operations at Seagen.
Education and Expertise
Hazel Blackhart holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) in Intellectual Property Law from Golden Gate University, School of Law, completed in 2008. Additionally, she earned a Brand Management Certificate from Cornell University in 2020. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology from the University of California, Davis, obtained in 2001.
Professional Background
Hazel Blackhart has extensive experience in global stakeholder management, operations, strategy, alliance management, legal/contracts, and people management. Her career spans various roles, including her current positions at BeiGene and Seagen. Previously, she has held significant roles at Seagen, Facebook, and Genentech, showcasing her adaptability and proficiency in commercial and marketing operations.
Experience at Genentech
Hazel Blackhart spent over a decade at Genentech, where she undertook diverse roles such as Group Product Manager, Senior Operations Manager, and Head of Global Product Strategy/Marketing Commercial Services Contracts. Her tenure included positions in the Hematology Marketing, Communications & Alliance Strategy, and Thought Leader Services, demonstrating her proficiency in both operational and strategic capacities.
Career at Seagen
At Seagen, Hazel initially served as Associate Director of Market Development, transitioning to Director of Marketing Operations, and currently holds the title of Director of Commercial Business Operations. Her roles at Seagen highlight her ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive business results in complex and competitive environments.