Celina Chang

About Celina Chang

Climate resilience isn’t just a goal - it is the systems-level challenge of our time. After deep experience in biotech R&D, operations, facility design, cross-functional leadership, and strategic advisory work leading biotech innovation, I’ve redirected my focus to accelerate climate solutions that are grounded in science, enabled by operational excellence, and designed for global scale.My career spans R&D, lab infrastructure, biomanufacturing scale-up, and ecosystem building for startups and global partners alike. As VP of Science Strategy at LabCentral, I designed and launched cutting-edge lab facilities, led public health initiatives during COVID, and forged partnerships across industry, academia, and government. In 2024, I made an intentional pivot toward climate, completing fellowships with both Terra.do and OnePointFive Academy, I am now well-positioned for a strategic pivot into climate solutions at scale.Today, I work at the intersection of climate, science, and operations—supporting ventures, programs, and partnerships that bring breakthrough technologies to life. I’m particularly energized by work in- Translating science into scalable impact- Climate tech infrastructure (shared labs, R&D hubs, biomanufacturing)- Circular and regenerative systems- Clean energy and carbon-negative solutionsWhether building something new or strengthening what\'s already working, I bring a systems-thinking mindset, startup grit, and a strong track record of execution to every team I join.

Experience

1. Director of Operations

   City On A Hill Church

   Nov 2025 — Present · Brookline, MA, US

   As Director of Operations, I oversee the strategic and operational functions that enable City on a Hill Brookline to fulfill its mission effectively. I lead organizational planning, manage administrative staff and volunteers, and drive continuous improvement across church systems and processes. Partnering with senior leadership, I translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensure resource alignment, and implement structures that support long-term sustainability, operational excellence, and a healthy, high-performing team culture.

Education

• Babson College

  Babson Executive Entrepreneurial Leadership Certificate

• Cornell University

  BS, Bioengineering

  1989 — 1993