Nazli Azimi
BIOTECHNOLOGY EXECUTIVE | Independent Board Member | Advisor | Investor
- Role
- Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at Therna Biosciences
- Location
- Irvine, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nazli Azimi
I\'m a scientist-entrepreneur passionate about turning bold, transformative ideas into real-world impact—especially in therapeutics, but across the life sciences more broadly. I thrive at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution, building biotech companies from the ground up and helping teams translate innovation into outcomes.I\'ve been involved in all aspects of biotech company creation and growth: from idea inception, IP evaluation, and team building, to fundraising (seed through venture and strategic partnerships), navigating FDA regulatory pathways, and leading M&A processes. I bring both operational excellence and visionary leadership, with an aspirational style that fosters personal growth, learning, and a high-performance culture.As a board member and strategic advisor, I take a constructive, collaborative approach—listening deeply, building consensus, and aligning people from diverse backgrounds around shared goals. My focus is always on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, while delivering value through rigorous execution.
Experience
Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer
Apr 2024 — Present
Education
University of Tehran
Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD
University of Maryland
Fellowship, Immunology
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