

Mayra Battilani
EMEA – Commercial Strategy Director Gene Therapy – Rare Diseases,
Johnson & Johnson
Mayra is a seasoned life sciences executive with over 16 years of experience in pharma, spanning multiple countries, functions, and cross-functional teams. She began her career in finance before making a major switch to commercial strategy, where she led high-impact launches in innovative areas such as cell and gene therapy—most notably J&J’s first CAR-T therapy in Europe. Passionate about purpose-driven leadership, and creating inclusive and collaborative environments, she actively supports women in their careers in different sectors.
Sessions
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02-Sep-2025Partnering roomOpening Panel: Rethinking access and advancement within the advanced therapies industry
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02-Sep-2025Partnering roomRoundtable 9: How to build a multidisciplinary career in biotech