Emmanuelle Cunha
About Emmanuelle Cunha
Emmanuelle Cunha is the Yescarta Product Team Lead at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2022. She has over 12 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and management consulting sectors, with a strong background in cellular and genetic therapies.
Work at Kite Pharma
Emmanuelle Cunha serves as the Yescarta Product Team Lead at Kite Pharma since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for leading the development and execution of regulatory and payer strategies aimed at enhancing patient access to Yescarta globally. Her work focuses on ensuring that patients can benefit from advanced therapies in the field of cellular and genetic treatments.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Cunha has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical sector, having worked at Novartis in various capacities. She held roles such as US Marketing for HCP Personal & Non-Personal Promotion for ENTRESTO from 2016 to 2018, and as Global Head of Strategy and Operations in the Cell & Gene Therapies Unit from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she was the Director of Strategy in Global Pharma Strategy from 2012 to 2014. Her tenure at Bristol-Myers Squibb as Global Launch Lead for Liso-cel (JCAR017) spanned from 2018 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Emmanuelle Cunha holds a Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from ISAE-SUPAERO, which she completed between 2002 and 2006. She also achieved a Master of Business and Management (D.E.S.I.A diploma) from the same institution in 2006. Her educational background in aerospace engineering, combined with her specialization in system and logistic optimization, contributes to her analytical approach in the pharmaceutical industry.
Background in Management Consulting
Cunha began her career at McKinsey & Company, where she worked as an Engagement Manager from 2006 to 2012. This role allowed her to develop strong skills in strategic planning and management across various sectors. Her experience in management consulting has provided her with a solid foundation for leading cross-functional teams in her subsequent roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
International Work Experience
Emmanuelle Cunha possesses an EU passport, enabling her to work across multiple regions. Her professional journey includes significant roles in the US, Latin America, and Europe, reflecting her adaptability and expertise in diverse markets. This international experience enhances her ability to navigate the complexities of global healthcare and pharmaceutical landscapes.