Missy Wier Banashak

Missy Wier Banashak is a seasoned government affairs professional with extensive experience in policy advocacy and representation in Washington, DC. Currently serving as Vice President and Head of Government Affairs and Policy at Incyte, Missy has held various leadership roles, including Director of Federal Affairs at Takeda and Associate Director of Federal Affairs at Astellas Pharma. Prior experience includes directing the DC office for the Governor of Delaware, where Missy represented the state before Congress and the Obama Administration, and managing director at Parven Pomper Strategies, focusing on corporate representation. Early career highlights include working as Deputy to the Chief of Staff for Senator Tom Carper. Missy holds a Master's degree in Legislative Affairs and a Bachelor's degree, both from The George Washington University.