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KEY GIGS:
Kendra is a seasoned organizational development leader with over 25 years of experience driving strategic transformation, executive effectiveness, and team performance across global life sciences, biotech, and healthcare organizations.
Her consulting portfolio includes high-impact engagements with Apogee Therapeutics, Codexis, 4D Molecular Therapeutics, the Salk Institute, 89Bio and the Kavli Foundation—demonstrating her deep understanding of the scientific enterprise and the unique dynamics of mission-driven innovation.
With a dual master’s in Organizational Development and Business Management, Kendra blends behavioral science with business acumen to help leaders navigate complexity, scale culture, and accelerate results. She is a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, senior scientists, and cross-functional teams across R&D, clinical operations, and commercial functions.
Kendra brings international consulting experience across North America, Europe, and Asia, including bilingual work in Spanish during a multi-year engagement in Mexico. Her global lens enables her to support diverse teams and navigate cross-cultural dynamics with ease.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
Master of Science – Organization Development, Pepperdine University, Malibu, California
Master of Science – Business Management / Human Resources, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas
Bachelor of Arts – Psychology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma
Leading & Managing People Program – The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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