Welcome to episode 4 of the GxPodcast!

In this episode, we're joined by an industry expert, Vaishali Shukla, a proven leader with expertise in quality compliance and in developing the teams required to deliver it. In her current role as VP, of Quality at Kite, Vaishali leads 700+ professionals globally across multiple manufacturing sites. In this role, Vaishali oversees functional and site strategies at each of the Kite manufacturing locations, setting overarching goals and objectives as well as developing and executing short- and long-term strategic direction. With ~ 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, she is an expert in a broad variety of subjects ranging from early clinical development to commercialization of Cell and Gene therapy, biologics & small molecules. Vaishali’s career includes work at BioVest International, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Shire Pharmaceuticals, and UniQure, where she implemented novel processes for continuous development. With a BS in Biology, master’s degrees in Botany, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Economics and Policy, and a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science. Vaishali lives in the Boston area and is the proud mother of her daughter Smita, who is following in her footsteps as a female trailblazer in the biosciences. #GXPodcast