Stacy Markel
About Stacy Markel
Chief People Officer at Nuvation Bio
Stacy Markel has served as Chief People Officer at Nuvation Bio since 2019. In this role, she leverages over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry to guide and develop the company’s human resources strategy. Markel applies her extensive background to foster a productive organizational culture aimed at attracting and retaining top talent.
Executive Vice President, Human Resources at Rigel Pharmaceuticals
Before joining Nuvation Bio, Stacy Markel was the Executive Vice President, Human Resources, at Rigel Pharmaceuticals. At Rigel, she worked closely with the CEO and the Executive Committee to facilitate the company's transition from a research and development (R&D) focus to a commercial stage enterprise. Her efforts contributed to the pivotal adjustment in Rigel's operational framework and strategic direction.
Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Portola Pharmaceuticals
Stacy Markel held the position of Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Portola Pharmaceuticals, Inc. In this role, she played a crucial part in transitioning the company from a development-stage entity to a commercial-stage firm, also preparing for the launch of its first marketed product. Her leadership helped in establishing a strong human resources foundation to support the company’s growth and commercial endeavors.
Leadership at Actelion Pharmaceuticals
At Actelion Pharmaceuticals, Ltd., Stacy Markel served as Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Professional Development. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team and the Global Human Resources Leadership Team, she was instrumental in promoting growth and strengthening the company’s corporate culture. Her work emphasized the importance of culture as a strategic advantage in talent acquisition and retention.
Educational Background and Early Career
Stacy Markel earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Davis. She began her career in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry with Roche Laboratories, where she worked in sales and sales management. Her experiences in these roles laid the groundwork for a career characterized by strategic human resources leadership across multiple leading companies.