Catharine Grimes, MBA
About Catharine Grimes, MBA
Catharine Grimes, MBA, is the Senior Director of Foundation Giving at the BMS Foundation, part of Bristol Myers Squibb, based in New York. She has led numerous initiatives to improve health equity and reduce health disparities globally.
Current Title and Role
Catharine Grimes serves as the Senior Director of Foundation Giving at the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation. In her role, she oversees a range of philanthropic initiatives aimed at addressing health disparities and promoting health equity. Catharine is based in New York, New York.
Professional Background and Experience
Catharine Grimes has a comprehensive background in healthcare and foundation roles. At Bristol Myers Squibb, she began as a Territory Business Manager in Hospital Specialty from 1997 to 2000, followed by positions including Associate Manager of Hospital Training and District Business Manager. From 2003 to 2008, she served as Associate Director of Mental Health Liaison, and from 2008 to 2010, she was Director of the Healthcare Alliance Liaison Team. From 2010 to 2020, Catharine held the role of Director of Foundation Giving prior to her current position.
Educational Background
Catharine Grimes holds a Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration from the Zicklin School of Business. She also earned a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of Mississippi.
Global Health and Diversity Initiatives
Catharine Grimes leads the Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials Award Program, a $100 million initiative focused on increasing clinical trial diversity in the U.S. Additionally, she oversees the Global Cancer Disparities Initiative in both the U.S. and China, addressing disparities in lung and gastric cancers with a nursing-focused approach.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional commitments, Catharine Grimes is an avid culinary enthusiast who enjoys cooking. She has visited 5 of the 7 continents and has run the NYC Marathon.