Catalyst Advisors Expands Search Staff

October 8, 2024 – Catalyst Advisors, a boutique executive recruitment and assessment firm specializing in the broader life-sciences sector, recently added Jane Vaynerov as a new director working out of its Los Angeles office.
“Jane’s unique experiences and the expertise she has built within the life sciences industry will bring immense value to our firm and our clients as we continue to grow our presence on the West Coast,” said John Archer, founder and partner of the firm. “We constantly strive to provide our clients with the best talent solutions, and Jane’s hiring helps advance that goal. With her diverse background in executive recruiting, marketing, strategy, and finance, Ms. Vaynerov has a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the firm.”
After earning her MBA from the University of Southern California and her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Ms. Vaynerov gained cross-functional experience within the consumer-packaged goods industry at Mattel, Inc., where she held roles of increasing responsibility across finance, strategy, and marketing for both the toy and consumer products businesses. She moved into executive recruiting in 2018, advising life sciences companies on the development of their executive teams and boards. Ms. Vaynerov most recently served as associate with Occam Global, an international executive recruiting and leadership advisory firm specializing in building management teams for innovative companies in the life sciences, technology, and venture capital sectors.
“I am passionate about the life sciences industry and the progress being made to improve patient outcomes. I am thrilled to join a team that shares that same passion,” said Ms. Vaynerov. “Catalyst’s reputation for excellence in executive recruitment and assessment and their commitment to building long-term relationships with clients align perfectly with my values.”
Catalyst Advisors is an international executive recruitment and assessment firm that connects leaders with innovative life sciences companies at all stages of growth. The firm is singularly focused on building transformational boardrooms and executive leadership teams for organizations making life-changing scientific contributions. Publicly held clients include Acceleron Pharma, AveXis, BioMarin, Gilead Sciences, Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Ovid Therapeutics, Regeneron, and Shire, among others.
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Based in New York, NY, Mr. Archer is a partner at Catalyst Advisors. He has more than 25 years of experience as a leading healthcare recruitment consultant, providing executive talent solutions for innovative biopharmaceutical and medical technologies companies. Prior to founding Catalyst Advisors in 2008, Mr. Archer was a senior member of a global executive recruitment and assessment firm, where he served as an international sector leader and a member of the executive and operating committees.
Past Addition
In March, Catalyst Advisors appointed Todd Hutchings as a partner, expanding the firm’s presence on the West Coast. “The hire further strengthens Catalyst’s mission of connecting innovative companies with exceptional talent, drawing on Todd’s expertise recruiting across sectors including diagnostics, med tech, pharma/biotech and tools and instruments,” the search firm said.
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As healthcare organizations continue to navigate today’s complex landscape, the need for effective leadership has never been greater. That’s where healthcare executive recruiters come in – they can help organizations find the best candidates for their specific needs, according to a report from Newland Associates. But how exactly do healthcare executive recruiters find the best candidates? The search firm explores some of the strategies they use to find top-level candidates who can navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry.
“Before starting the search, healthcare executive recruiters take the time to understand what are the unique needs of your organization which may include the organization’s culture, values, and goals, as well as the specific challenges and opportunities facing your organization,” the report said. “Recruiters use this to narrow down the pool of potential candidates to those who are most likely to succeed in the role.”
“We are thrilled to have Todd as a partner at Catalyst Advisors,” said Mr. Archer. “His extensive experience and leadership in the industry make him the perfect person to continue to grow our West Coast presence as he works with companies in the U.S. and internationally.”
Prior to joining Catalyst, Mr. Hutchings was senior partner at Egon Zehnder in the San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Los Angeles offices. During his 18-year tenure, he led the Palo Alto office and the Los Angeles office, and significantly contributed to the growth of its life sciences practice. Mr. Hutchings is recognized as a partner for boards and CEOs seeking management assessment and advice on succession planning.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media