Tara Heitner

Tara Heitner is a seasoned professional in the biopharmaceutical sector with extensive experience in business development and alliance management. Currently serving as the Head of Global Search and Alliance Management for Late-Stage Business Development at Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Tara also contributes as a NOME Mentor within the Nordic Mentor Network for Entrepreneurship. Previous roles include Senior Consultant for Business Development & Alliance Management at Merck KGaA, and Chief Executive Officer at both Cyxone and ISD-Immunotech. As the founder of Heitner Biopharm Consultation, Tara specialized in connecting pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms with partners and financing while providing tailored market intelligence. Tara's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Biomimetic Surface Chemistry from McGill University and an executive MBA in Management of Technology from the Technical University of Denmark.