Bella Sessoms

Bella Sessoms possesses extensive experience in strategic planning and partnerships within the pharmaceutical industry, notably serving as Head of Strategic Planning and Partnerships for Global Pharmacovigilance at UCB from April 2020 to October 2024. Previously, Bella held the position of Director of Portfolio Sourcing Management at Astellas Pharma and served in various roles at PAREXEL, including Senior Project Manager, where responsibilities included overseeing complex clinical trials and ensuring operational excellence. Bella's background also includes senior business development roles and management of proposals and contracts, highlighting a strong foundation in clinical research and strategic operations. Bella earned a Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Management and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a focus on Health Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.