Our Company

Science-Driven.
Patient-Focused.

For nearly four decades, Ferro Pharma has been at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation — transforming scientific breakthroughs into medicines that matter.

What Drives Us

Mission, Vision & Purpose

Our Mission

To discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines that address unmet medical needs and improve the quality of life for patients worldwide.

Our Vision

A world where every patient has access to the most effective, safe, and affordable treatments — regardless of geography or circumstance.

Our Purpose

We exist to serve patients. Every decision we make — from early research to commercial launch — is guided by the impact on the people who depend on our medicines.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Integrity

We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in everything we do — from clinical trials to commercial practices.

Innovation

We embrace bold science and creative thinking, investing in platforms and technologies that others consider too risky.

Patient-Centricity

Patients are at the center of every decision. Their needs, voices, and outcomes guide our priorities.

Global Responsibility

We are committed to equitable access, environmental stewardship, and positive impact in every community we serve.

Scientific Rigor

We pursue truth relentlessly, applying the highest standards of evidence to every compound we advance.

Excellence

We set ambitious goals and hold ourselves accountable for delivering results that matter to patients and shareholders alike.

The People Behind the Science

Leadership Team

Experienced leaders united by a shared commitment to scientific excellence and patient impact.

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Dr. Elena Marchetti

Chief Executive Officer

Former Head of Global Oncology at Novartis. 25+ years driving breakthrough therapies from bench to bedside across 60+ markets.

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Dr. James Okafor

Chief Scientific Officer

PhD in Molecular Biology from MIT. Led discovery of 3 approved drugs. Pioneer in targeted protein degradation and bispecific antibody platforms.

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Sarah Chen

Chief Financial Officer

Former Goldman Sachs Managing Director. Orchestrated $4.2B in strategic acquisitions and two successful IPOs in the life sciences sector.

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Dr. Raj Patel

Chief Medical Officer

Board-certified cardiologist and clinical researcher. Oversaw 40+ Phase II/III trials across cardiovascular and metabolic disease areas.

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Maria Santos

Chief Operating Officer

20 years in pharmaceutical operations. Scaled manufacturing from 3 to 18 global facilities while achieving ISO 9001 and GMP compliance.

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Dr. Thomas Weber

SVP, Regulatory Affairs

Former FDA reviewer with deep expertise in biologics and small molecules. Achieved 12 regulatory approvals across US, EU, and APAC.

Our Journey

38 Years of Innovation

1987

Founded

Ferro Pharma GmbH established in Basel, Switzerland with a focus on cardiovascular research.

1995

First Approval

Received FDA approval for our first cardiovascular compound, establishing our clinical credibility.

2003

Global Expansion

Opened research centers in Boston, Tokyo, and Singapore. Expanded to 30+ countries.

2010

Oncology Division

Launched dedicated oncology R&D division following acquisition of BioTarget Inc.

2018

Biologics Platform

Invested $1.2B in next-generation biologics manufacturing and bispecific antibody technology.

2021

Cardivex Approved

First-in-class cardiac myosin activator approved in 47 countries, transforming HFrEF treatment.

2024

mRNA Pipeline

Launched personalized cancer vaccine program leveraging proprietary mRNA delivery technology.