Laura Dearen Andrews
About Laura Dearen Andrews
Laura Dearen Andrews is an Executive Cell Therapy Account Specialist at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in oncology and cell therapy, having held various roles in the pharmaceutical industry and earned degrees in Government, Sociology, and Human Resources Management.
Work at Kite Pharma
Laura Dearen Andrews has been with Kite Pharma since 2017, currently holding the position of Executive Cell Therapy Account Specialist since 2022. In this role, she operates out of Dallas, Texas, and is responsible for overseeing the cell therapy franchise for Yescarta in patients with Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma and Follicular Lymphoma after two lines of therapy. She also serves on the Executive Field Counsel and is a member of the Strategic Alliance Committee, where she collaborates with local teams to ensure the seamless execution of patient journeys for Yescarta and Tecartus treatments.
Previous Experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry
Prior to her tenure at Kite Pharma, Laura Dearen Andrews held various significant roles in the biopharmaceutical industry. She worked at IDLife Corporate as National Director and Founding Member from 2013 to 2017. Before that, she served as Rheumatology Specialty Manager at Wyeth-Ayerst from 1999 to 2001 and as Executive Biopharmaceutical Representative in Oncology at Amgen from 2001 to 2010. Her extensive experience spans multiple regions including Dallas, East Texas, and various locations in Oklahoma.
Education and Expertise
Laura Dearen Andrews has a diverse educational background. She studied at The University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Sociology from 1988 to 1992. She then pursued a Master of Arts in Human Resources Management and Services at St. Edward's University from 1992 to 1993. Additionally, she studied Science at The University of Texas at Arlington for one year in 1996-1997. This educational foundation supports her expertise in cell therapy and oncology.
Achievements and Recognition
Laura Dearen Andrews received the South Central MVP Award in 2021, recognizing her contributions and performance within her role. Her involvement in leadership positions, such as serving on the Executive Field Counsel and the Strategic Alliance Committee at Kite Pharma, further highlights her commitment to advancing cell therapy initiatives and improving patient outcomes.