Laura Russell

Laura Russell is a seasoned leader in product operations and research, currently serving as Senior Vice President and Head of Data and AI Products at Advarra since September 2024. Previously, Laura held various leadership roles at Verily, where responsibilities included overseeing product operations and implementing scalable research initiatives. Laura's expertise spans launching new business units at 23andMe as Senior Manager for Clinical Trials Business and executing large-scale research studies as Senior Program Manager. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Research from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from George Mason University, Laura has consistently demonstrated a commitment to operational excellence and innovation throughout a distinguished career.