Laura Cooper
About Laura Cooper
Laura Cooper serves as the Head of Corporate Communications at Day One Biopharmaceuticals, bringing over 25 years of experience in healthcare public relations and advocacy, particularly in life sciences. She has a strong commitment to improving the lives of individuals affected by cancer and has held various roles in corporate communications and patient advocacy across several organizations.
Work at Day One Biopharmaceuticals
Laura Cooper serves as the Head of Corporate Communications at Day One Biopharmaceuticals. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in Seattle, Washington. In her role, she develops and executes strategic integrated communications programs, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders. Her focus is on enhancing the visibility and understanding of the company's initiatives within the healthcare sector.
Previous Experience in Corporate Communications
Prior to her current role, Laura Cooper worked at Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp. as Senior Director of Corporate Communications from 2020 to 2022. She also held the position of Associate Director of Advocacy at Juno Therapeutics, Inc. from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Corporate Communications and Patient Advocacy Consultant at Juno Therapeutics during the same period, contributing to the company's communication strategies.
Education and Expertise
Laura Cooper studied Journalism at Penn State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from 1994 to 1998. She also attended Babylon for further studies. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare public relations and advocacy, she specializes in strategic planning, regulatory milestones, and issues management, particularly within life sciences and diagnostic public companies.
Background in Public Relations
Laura Cooper has a diverse background in public relations, having worked at Manning Selvage & Lee as a Senior Account Supervisor from 1998 to 2002 and at GCI Group in various roles, including Senior Account Supervisor and Vice President. Her extensive experience includes consumer education, media relations, and patient and advocacy relations, which has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare communication landscape.
Passion for Cancer Advocacy
Laura Cooper possesses a strong passion for improving the lives of those affected by cancer. This commitment is reflected in her professional focus on patient advocacy and corporate communications within the healthcare sector, aiming to enhance awareness and support for cancer-related initiatives.