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Francesca Cignarella

Strategic Partnerships | Cross-Sector Leadership | Biotech & Life Sciences (Views/opinions are my own)

Washington, District of Columbia

Invests in

Stages:

  • Min Investment:

    $300,000.00
  • Max Investment:

    $3,000,000.00
  • Target Investment:

    $1,500,000.00

Work Experience

  • Senior Project Manager - Translational Science - Neuroscience

    2025

  • Project Manager - Translational Science - Neuroscience

    2023 - 2025

    Leading projects in the field of Alzheimer's, contributing to cutting-edge research, innovation, and fostering collaboration in public-private partnerships among Government, Academia, and Pharmaceutical companies.

  • Board Observer

    2022 - 2023

2021 - 2023

  • Investment Associate

    2021 - 2023

    Dolby Family Ventures is an early-stage venture firm focused on building great technology and life sciences companies. The fund honors the legacy of Ray Dolby and his commitment to entrepreneurs and their vision to solve the world’s toughest problems. The life science investments focus on novel neuroscience therapeutics, therapeutics for clinical depression, and neuromodulation/neurostimulation. http://www.dolbyventures.com/

2021 - 2023

  • Board Observer

    2021 - 2023

2019 - 2021

  • Senior Scientist, Immuno-Neurology

    2021 - 2021

  • Scientist, Immuno-Neurology

    2019 - 2021

2017 - 2019

  • Consultant

    2017 - 2019

    Biotechnology and Life Sciences Advising Group (BALSA) Provided market research, technology assessment, competitor analysis, and business plan development for a diverse clientele including startups, universities, and companies.