Yelak Biru Announces Departure as President and CEO of the International Myeloma Foundation

About the role

The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) announces the departure of Yelak Biru as President and CEO. Biru, a multiple myeloma survivor and advocate, will step down after nearly 30 years living with the disease.

Responsibilities

• Built and led innovative data-driven strategies at PepsiCo and Walmart Global Tech
• Helped redefine the IMF's mission and vision
• Increased research funding and formed strategic collaborations
• Led the development of Myelo, an AI-powered platform for personalized support
• Expanded scientific research efforts into Latin America and Asia
• Spearheaded the creation of the IMF's Scientific Advisory Board
• Played a key role in the FDA's ODAC committee's positive vote on MRD
• Led the launch of the i2TEAMM initiative in Europe

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Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science
• Leadership roles in data analytics at PepsiCo and Walmart Global Tech
• Experience in global research and advocacy
• Strong commitment to patient-centered research and digital equity

Skills

• Data analytics
• Strategic planning
• Collaboration and partnership building
• Research advocacy
• Global perspective

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