Role Description The VP of Strategy & Business Development is a full-time remote role responsible for shaping and executing GEP’s strategic growth initiatives. This role leads the development of long-term strategy, identifies new market opportunities, and builds partnerships across the healthcare and biopharma ecosystem. Daily responsibilities include conducting market and competitive analyses, refining program offerings, and advising on digital strategy to enhance reach and impact. The VP collaborates with senior leadership, supports fundraising and financial modeling, and represents GEP in external forums, cultivating relationships that expand the program’s global network. The role also involves mentoring team members, ensuring alignment between business development activities and GEP’s mission of empowering diverse entrepreneurial leaders.

Qualifications

Strong Analytical Skills to interpret complex data, assess market trends, and support informed decision-making. Expertise in Strategic Planning and Consulting to design, refine, and implement growth strategies and program initiatives. Solid understanding of Finance to develop business cases, budget plans, and investment analyses for new ventures and partnerships. Experience in Digital Strategy to drive online engagement, scale global reach, and support digital program delivery. Proven leadership experience in healthcare, biopharma, or related innovation-driven sectors. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills across diverse cultures and disciplines. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive leadership and empowerment of underrepresented voices, including women and allies. Advanced degree in business, healthcare management, public health, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.