Nkem Ogbechie

Nkem Ogbechie is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations strategy, corporate development, and product management in the biopharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as a Board Member for City Year Los Angeles and the Health Care Foundation for Ventura County, Nkem also holds a position on the Board of Regents at California Lutheran University. Nkem's career at Amgen spans over a decade, with roles including Head of Operations Strategy, Global Product General Manager for Prolia and EVENITY, Head of Corporate Strategy, Chief of Staff to the Chairman & CEO, and Director of Corporate Development, contributing significantly to product strategy, corporate objectives, and transaction execution. Prior experience includes roles at Cappello Capital Corp. and Goldman Sachs, focusing on M&A advisory and investment banking. Nkem holds a BA in Human Biology from Stanford University, an MBA in Finance and Healthcare Management from Rice Business, and a Graduate Certificate in Biotechnology Management from Harvard University.