Joy Russell is the Vice President of US External Affairs at Genentech, where they have dedicated over twenty years to advancing advocacy and policy goals on behalf of patients. Currently, Joy leads efforts to cultivate relationships with external partners and advocate for policies that protect innovation and improve access to medicines. Joy oversees Genentech’s lobbying efforts, patient advocacy relations, and strategic alliances, while prioritizing health equity in the U.S. healthcare system. Their leadership has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Genentech Leadership Excellence Award in 2021 and the Officer Achievement Award in 2024. Joy also serves as a board member for California Life Sciences.
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