Yalin Firinci

About Yalin Firinci

Strategic partnerships and business development leader with a proven track record of helping biotech and life sciences organizations grow sustainably through operational insight and smart collaboration. Thrives in hybrid, cross-functional environments where innovation happens at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution. Committed to creating long-term value through data-driven decisions, aligned partnerships, and a deep understanding of how to move high-impact ideas forward.Outside of work, I am a passionate musician and avid cyclist. On weekends, he can often be found exploring Washington, D.C.’s vibrant music scene, usually arriving via one of the many bike trails he enjoys navigating.

Experience

1. Manager of Strategic Partnerships

   ATCC

   May 2022 — Present

   Manage day-to-day operating activities of existing partnerships and identify opportunities that support business strategy and growth, such as partnerships, alliances, licensing agreements, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.• Monitor results against key performance indicators and create and maintain tools for internal and external communication about alliance’s goals and progress.• Lead cross-functional teams in the assessment of potential initiatives that promote long-term partnership growth and increase revenue.• Evaluate return on investment for potential partnerships and provide status updates to Senior Management on projects.• Lead quarterly business reviews of existing partnerships that include a review of overall business relationship and planning, including sales, marketing, forecasting, and resolution of issues that may arise.• Design, implement, and maintain business development/partnership pipeline data and associated activity.• Research and identify new organizations that can provide value to ATCC based on ATCC\'s corporate goals.• Negotiate pricing and high-level contract outlines.• Present the leadership team with possible partnership opportunities.

Education

• The George Washington University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Biological Sciences

  2006 — 2010

• The George Washington University School of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance and Business Analytics

  2014 — 2016