2026 Annual Conference - Bios

30 years in marketing and market research across multiple industries (CPG, Financial, Pharmaceutical, etc.) and designs (concept testing, advertising, brand equity, etc.)

Ganhui Lan, PhD, is Vice President of Data Science & Machine Learning at Genentech, a member of the Roche group, where he leads the use of data, analytics, and AI to transform patient and customer experiences. His work focuses on modernizing engagement, improving decision-making, and accelerating access to medicines across the biopharma industry.

Igor has over 25 years of pharma Data, AI, and Analytics experience. Currently, Igor is leading Data Strategy, Data Platforms, Partnerships, and Innovations at JnJ pharma. Previously, Igor held data, AI, and Analytics leadership roles with Horizon/Amgen, Novartis, AstraZeneca, and Pfizer. Igor has PhD in Superstring Theory and MBA in Analytical Finance & Marketing from University of Chicago.

Sumanth Srinivas is Vice President, Commercialization AI Capabilities & Enablement at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, Sumanth is responsible for driving the strategy, roadmap, and business outcomes for AI-powered capabilities and solutions. Sumanth has held various positions in the pharmaceutical industry over the last twenty years including key leadership roles in Data Strategy, Analytics, Customer Experience, and Market Access at Merck and Boehringer Ingelheim.

Nuray Yurt, a senior leader at Merck, where she leads Market Access Operations, Insights, and Forecasting across Global and U.S. organizations. Nuray has held multiple leadership roles across big pharma and is recognized for her strong analytical approach, combined with compassion and integrity in how she leads and solves complex business problems. Based in New Jersey, she brings a global perspective to her work and is deeply committed to developing talent and driving meaningful impact.