Krishen Somers
About Krishen Somers
Krishen Somers is the Director of Business Development and Strategy at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he has worked since 2023. He has a diverse background in finance and strategy, having previously held positions at J.P. Morgan and Spark Therapeutics.
Current Role at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical
Krishen Somers serves as the Director of Business Development and Strategy at Asklepios BioPharmaceutical, Inc. (AskBio) since 2023. He is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic initiatives to enhance the company's growth and market presence within the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Investment Banking
Before joining AskBio, Krishen Somers worked at J.P. Morgan as a Healthcare Investment Banking Analyst from 2015 to 2018. During his tenure in the San Francisco Bay Area, he gained experience in financial analysis and strategic advisory services tailored to the healthcare industry.
Experience at Spark Therapeutics
Krishen Somers held multiple roles at Spark Therapeutics, Inc. He served as the Portfolio Strategy and Analytics Lead from 2020 to 2021 and as a Senior Corporate Strategy and Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist from 2018 to 2020. His work in these positions involved strategic planning and financial analysis to support the company's objectives in gene therapy.
Educational Background
Krishen Somers completed his Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science with a Neuroscience Concentration at the University of Pennsylvania from 2010 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics with a Finance Concentration from The Wharton School during the same period. He is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at The Wharton School, expected to complete in 2026.
High School Education
Krishen Somers graduated from Mayo High School, receiving his High School Diploma in 2010. His foundational education provided him with the skills necessary for his future academic and professional endeavors.