Simone Braggio

Simone Braggio serves as a member of the Board of Directors for both Aptadir Therapeutics and Extend, focusing on innovative RNA therapeutics and academic research-driven drug discovery, respectively. At Evotec, Simone holds the position of Executive Vice President, responsible for partnership management and strategic collaborations with pharmaceutical entities. Prior experience includes leading the Drug Design & Discovery department at Aptuit, where a successful transition to a market-competitive business model was achieved. In previous roles at GlaxoSmithKline, Simone played a pivotal role in establishing a Discovery DMPK department and enhancing lead optimization strategies in neuroscience. Educational credentials include an MBA from MIP Politecnico di Milano and a degree in Biology from Università degli Studi di Padova.