Olya Makiyenko

Olya Makiyenko is a seasoned Talent Discovery Partner specializing in Executive Search at Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc., since November 2019, focusing on delivering medical breakthroughs for rare diseases. Prior to this role, Olya held key positions at Novartis as Associate Director of Executive Talent Scout, where the emphasis was on improving lives through innovative healthcare solutions. Additional experience includes leadership roles in talent acquisition at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. and Avon, as well as a foundational position at Yusen Logistics (Americas), Inc. Olya's academic background includes a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis, an MA in Organizational Behavior from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and a BA in International Business and Marketing from Montclair State University.