Senior nonprofit leader pivoting to biotech: Leverage network, apply first.

A senior executive with extensive nonprofit leadership experience in health equity is pivoting to Director/VP roles in biotech/pharma patient advocacy, government relations, or access strategy. The advice suggests not pursuing another degree (MBA/MPH) upfront, as they are not guaranteed hiring tools. Instead, the critical opportunity is to leverage existing networks to connect with decision-makers, apply directly to test the market, and seek specific feedback. The user should frame their significant nonprofit leadership and health-focused experience as highly transferable to corporate roles.