Jeff Howard

Jeff Howard currently serves as the Director of Budget Planning, Forecasting, and Portfolio Management at Cytokinetics, a role that involves leading the financial strategy for clinical research organization (CRO) selection and managing the financial aspects of new clinical trials. Previously, Jeff held several positions at IQVIA Biotech and Novella Clinical, focusing on project management and bidding for the Internal Medicine and Dermatology sectors. Jeff also has extensive experience in project finance management from Premier Research, where leadership of a team of Project Financial Analysts was paramount, and roles at ICON plc, Berkadia, WACHOVIA SECURITIES, and SEI Investments that laid a strong foundation in financial analysis and reporting. Jeff holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Temple University and a Project Management Certificate from Penn State University.