Tom Smith
About Tom Smith
Tom Smith serves as the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at ElevateBio, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously held senior roles at companies such as Dicerna Pharmaceuticals and AstraZeneca.
Current Role at ElevateBio
Tom Smith serves as the VP of Financial Planning & Analysis at ElevateBio, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, where he oversees financial planning and analysis operations. His role involves strategic financial management and supporting the company's growth initiatives.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current position, Tom Smith held various roles in finance across multiple organizations. He worked at Dicerna Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as VP of Corporate Financial & Strategic Planning from 2018 to 2022. He also served as Senior Director, Head of FP&A at Dicerna from 2016 to 2018. Earlier in his career, he held finance director positions at Shire HGT, Wyeth Biotech, and AstraZeneca.
Educational Background
Tom Smith earned his MBA in Leadership and Accounting from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Babson College, which he completed from 1986 to 1989. Additionally, he studied Industrial Engineering at Worcester Polytechnic Institute from 1984 to 1986.
Career Progression
Tom Smith's career in finance began in the late 1990s. He worked at AstraZeneca as Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis from 1998 to 2002. He progressed to Director of Supply Chain at AstraZeneca from 2002 to 2006. His experience includes leadership roles at Shire HGT, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, and Dicerna Pharmaceuticals, demonstrating a consistent trajectory in financial management.