Jacob Bard
About Jacob Bard
Jacob Bard serves as the Associate Director of Corporate Development at Fortress Biotech, a position he has held since 2023. He has a background in consulting and research, with previous roles at L.E.K. Consulting and Signals Analytics, and holds a Master of Science in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Northwestern University.
Current Role at Fortress Biotech
Jacob Bard serves as the Associate Director of Corporate Development at Fortress Biotech. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the New York City Metropolitan Area. His role involves overseeing corporate development activities, which are critical for the company's growth and partnerships.
Previous Experience at Fortress Biotech
Prior to his current role, Jacob Bard worked at Fortress Biotech as the Senior Manager of Corporate Development from 2021 to 2023. During this time, he was involved in various corporate strategies and development projects that supported the company's objectives in the biotechnology sector.
Experience at L.E.K. Consulting
Jacob Bard has extensive experience at L.E.K. Consulting, where he held multiple positions. He worked as an Associate from 2018 to 2020, an Associate Consultant from 2020 to 2021, and a Senior Associate Consultant in 2021 for a brief period. His work focused on life sciences, providing insights and strategies to clients in the healthcare industry.
Early Career and Research Experience
Jacob Bard began his career as a Graduate Research Assistant at Northwestern University from 2017 to 2018. This role allowed him to engage in research projects that contributed to his academic development. Additionally, he worked as a Business Analyst at Signals Analytics for two months in 2016, gaining early experience in analytics.
Educational Background
Jacob Bard studied at Northwestern University, where he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Chemical and Biological Engineering from 2017 to 2018. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 2014 to 2018. His education provided a strong foundation for his career in corporate development and consulting.