Karen Martell
About Karen Martell
Karen Martell is the Transaction Lead for Biologics Discovery California at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in the bio-pharma industry.
Title
Karen Martell is currently the Transaction Lead for Biologics Discovery California at Bristol-Myers Squibb, located in Redwood City, CA. Her role involves overseeing and managing strategic transactions that drive innovation in the biologics and biopharmaceutical sectors.
Company
Karen Martell is associated with Bristol-Myers Squibb, where she has been employed since January 2012. The company is a global biopharmaceutical leader focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medications. Martell operates within the Strategic Transactions Group at the company's site in Redwood City, CA.
Professional Background
Karen Martell has a diverse career history in the biopharma industry. From 2010 to 2012, she worked as a BioPharma Business & Strategy Consultant at Sofinnova Ventures, Xenoport, XOMA, and CIRM in Palo Alto, CA. Prior to that, she served as the Sr. Director Business Development at ARYx Therapeutics from 2007 to 2010. Between 2004 and 2006, she held a role in Business Development at Anacor Pharmaceuticals. Martell’s earlier career includes a Principal position at Pappas Ventures from 1997 to 2004 and an entrepreneurial stint at U3 Pharma GmbH in 1996.
Education and Expertise
Karen Martell has an extensive educational background. She holds a PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Michigan, along with a Postdoc & Research Associate title in Biochemistry from the same institution. She obtained an MBA from the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley. She also earned an AB in Biochemistry from Smith College. Additionally, Martell studied at the Max-Planck-Institut fur Biochemie, further cementing her expertise in the field.
Industry Experience
Karen Martell possesses wide-ranging industry experience across start-ups, venture capital, biotech, and large pharmaceutical companies. Her roles have involved business development, strategic consulting, and transaction management. Known for her creative deal-making skills, Martell is recognized as a globally collaborative professional and effective communicator within multidisciplinary environments.