We build things that matter for science and medicine through visionary leadership, a collaborative spirit, and unparalleled expertise

Nancy J Kelley + Associates New York

We build things that matter for science and medicine through visionary leadership, a collaborative spirit, and unparalleled expertise

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Multidisciplinary Teams


We are committed to accelerating scientific and medical breakthroughs by building specialized, multidisciplinary teams for each project, utilizing both our core team and an extensive network of partners.


“A different future is all about leadership.”

– Nancy J Kelley


Core Team

CEO Nancy Kelley and Associates
Nancy J Kelley, JD/ MPP

President & CEO


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Dirk J Evers, PhD

BioVenture Studio / Co-Founder (Kyttaro Therapeutics)


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Andrew Marshall, PhD

BioVenture Studio/ Lead, Academic Relationships and Entrepreneurship/ The Connector Hubs


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John Stofko, MPH/ MBA

BioVenture Studio/ Lead, Pharma Strategic Partnerships/ The Connector Hubs


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Rachel Perera Weingeist, MA

BioVenture Studio/ Lead, Alternative Financing Mechanisms


Kate Harrington - Nancy J Kelley and Associates
Kate Harrington

Director of Events


Tracy Lessor - Nancy J Kelley and Associates
Tracy Lessor, PhD/ MBA, ELS

Chief Communications Officer

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Frank Traina

Innovation Ecosystem Development / BioEngage

Tracy Lessor - Nancy J Kelley and Associates
Cutler Whitely, MS, MBA

Innovation Ecosystem Development / BioEngage

Bhakti Kulmala
Bhakti Kulmala

Chief Brand Creator and Lead Designer


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Olga Justiniano, MSOL

Director of Marketing, Communications and Operations, BioEngage


Sandra Markoski - NJKA
Sandra Markoski

Digital Marketing & Automation Specialist, BioEngage

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Nancy Bocanegra

Director of Strategic Operations



Interested in joining the
NJK+A team?

Contact us at careers@nancyjkelley.com


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innovator AND MAKER, Perhaps
a future team member!

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innovator AND MAKER, Perhaps
a future team member!

"Magic is merely
science we haven’t discovered yet."


Connor Holford, age 8, with BB-8 he built


innovator AND MAKER, Perhaps a future team member!

Our Core Values


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Respect - NJKA
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Our Core Approach


“Our process for choosing new projects is relatively straightforward. The projects we choose advance frontier technologies, promote an equitable and sustainable future, and involve partnerships with teams that not only have vision, but can tolerate ambiguity while considering new possibilities.”


Take a look behind the scenes of how Nancy J Kelley + Associates build things that matter for science and medicine:



Seeing the unseen: Our process of discovering a solution


“Like art, a new project is as much about the process of discovery as the product. The pieces to any given solution are lying around unrecognized. Creating the solution is a matter of picking up the pieces, seeing how they might fit together, laying one down when it doesn’t quite fit, and picking up another. This part of the work is organic and, at times, chaotic: we are constantly evaluating the different pieces we have, what works and what does not. The finished product is always unique.”


– Nancy J Kelley

Nancy Kelley speaking at a Life Sciences Builds Bio conference

Seeing the unseen: Our process of discovering a solution


“Like art, a new project is as much about the process of discovery as the product. The pieces to any given solution are lying around unrecognized. Creating the solution is a matter of picking up the pieces, seeing how they might fit together, laying one down when it doesn’t quite fit, and picking up another. This part of the work is organic and, at times, chaotic: we are constantly evaluating the different pieces we have, what works and what does not. The finished product is always unique.”

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Nancy J Kelley and Associates Team

Our DEI Philosophy


At NJK+A, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where different opinions and perspectives are valued and where open and respective debate is welcomed. We believe that embracing this philosophy not only propels our success as the innovator’s partner, but also fuels innovation throughout the life sciences industry.


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In Her Own Words

In Her Own Words




Nancy on THE Big4Bio Podcast


"With over 20 years experience in driving initiatives in the science and medical industries, Nancy sits with us to discuss the New York/New Jersey region for biotech, its strengths, and what’s ahead for life sciences there."

Nancy on the Nature Biotechnology
First Rounder Podcast


"Nancy J Kelley, founder and chief executive of Nancy J Kelley + Associates, a consultancy creating and developing projects and institutions for science and medicine, touches on establishing the East River Science Park, excelling at Yale as a young mother of three and why one must take risks in life."


Nancy on Acumen's Life Sphere Podcast


"In this episode Kathy and Nancy discuss Life Sciences Real Estate, Digital Transformation, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and how a straight line is not always the best path."


Nancy on the 4th Industrial Revolution