Caspar Lin
About Caspar Lin
Caspar Lin is a Senior Director of Business Development at Kite Pharma, where he has worked in various roles since 2018. He has a background in investment banking and corporate development, having previously held positions at Lazard, Oracle, and Gilead Sciences.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Caspar Lin serves as the Senior Director of Business Development at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on strategic initiatives and partnerships that drive the company's growth in the biopharmaceutical sector. His extensive experience in business development contributes to Kite Pharma's mission to innovate in cell therapy.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Caspar Lin has held multiple roles at Kite Pharma. He was initially the Associate Director of Business Development from 2019 to 2020. Following this, he served as the Director of Business Development from 2020 to 2022. His tenure at Kite Pharma has allowed him to gain significant insights into the company's operations and strategic direction.
Career Background in Business Development
Before joining Kite Pharma, Caspar Lin worked at Gilead Sciences as a Senior Manager in Business Development from 2017 to 2018. He also held a position at Oracle as an Associate in Corporate Development from 2014 to 2017. His career began at Lazard, where he was an Investment Banking Analyst from 2012 to 2014. This diverse background has equipped him with a robust skill set in business development and strategic analysis.
Education and Academic Background
Caspar Lin studied at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from 2008 to 2012. He also completed his secondary education at Lynbrook High School. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his career in business development.