Grace Mizuno

Grace Mizuno, PhD, is a seasoned professional in life sciences strategy consulting with extensive experience in portfolio, commercial, and M&A strategy for biopharma, diagnostics, and CRO clients. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Search and Evaluation at Jazz Pharmaceuticals since November 2025, Grace previously held the role of Senior Consultant at L.E.K. Consulting from June 2022 to October 2025, where expertise included buy- and sell-side diligence and market assessments. Earlier career milestones include CEO and Co-Founder of Seven Biosciences, where successful commercialization of GPCR biosensors and fundraising through SBIRs was achieved, as well as positions at ZS, ARCS Foundation, UC Davis, and UCSF. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Physiology from UC Davis and a BS in Neuroscience & Physiology from UC San Diego, complemented by training in business development through the UC Entrepreneurship Academy.