Marcello Colao

Marcello Colao is a seasoned leader in global quality operations within the pharmaceutical industry, currently serving as the China Global Quality Head for Vaccines at GSK since May 2012, where responsibilities include ensuring compliance for new and established vaccines in China. Prior to GSK, Marcello held multiple director positions at Pfizer, overseeing quality assurance for contract operations in both animal and human health sectors across Europe. A notable achievement includes leading the Brexit Implementation Program for GSK Vaccines and fostering operational flexibility during product lifecycles. Marcello's career began at Pharmacia, where contributions included managing third-party manufacturers in diverse regions and developing compliance frameworks. Educational qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II and specialized study in synthetic organic chemistry through the Erasmus Program at Leiden University.