Genepool Networks

The best client relationships usually do not start with a job order. They start with trust. One of our long-standing biotech clients recently reminded us what a true search partnership looks like. The relationship began with a retained search for a critical Data Management role. The client knew our team, trusted our process, and brought us in to help fill a key seat. We delivered. Then the situation became more urgent. The company suddenly found itself without a VP of Regulatory Affairs. For a clinical-stage biotech, that kind of gap can create real pressure across the program. As the client put it, the need was not simply to “fill a role.” They needed someone who could step in, understand the program, and keep the work moving. They called us again. Within a short window, we placed a seasoned VP Regulatory Affairs consultant who could do exactly that. Before that engagement wrapped up, another need surfaced. The client had an important VP Clinical Development search underway, but the process had stalled. They needed progress, clarity, and access to the right market. They came back to Genepool. We filled that role as well. Today, we remain actively engaged with the client as their pipeline and team continue to evolve. To us, this is what partnership looks like. It is not just about filling one role. It is about understanding the business, earning trust over time, and being ready when the need becomes urgent. In biotech, programs do not wait. The right people need to be in the right seats, especially in clinical, regulatory, and data-critical functions. When clients know who to call, that is the relationship we are working to build every day. If clinical or regulatory hiring is becoming more pressing for your organization, we are always happy to share what we are seeing. #Biotech #BiotechHiring #ClinicalDevelopment #RegulatoryAffairs #ExecutiveSearch #LifeSciences #BostonBiotech #GenepoolNetworks

Happy work anniversary, Stephanie! Stephanie is one of those rare people who is great at her job and makes the people around her better. Client and candidate feedback speaks for itself, but if you're on her team, you see it up close. She brings a positive, steady, capable, and humble attitude to her work, and she does it with a level of humor that has become part of who we are as a team. We’re grateful for Stephanie and couldn’t be happier to call her a colleague. Congratulations, Stephanie! #BiotechRecruiting #LifeSciencesTalent #ExecutiveSearch

We are grateful to MassBio for featuring Rob Patten’s personal story about his son Rowan, ALD, and the role the biotech community can play in bringing hope to families affected by rare disease. This is a powerful reminder of why the work behind every company, program, and leadership team matters. Read Rob’s full story here: https://lnkd.in/eiqYCSCn #ALDConnect #WillToCureALD #CureALD #Biotech #RareDisease #ALD #BostonBiotech #PatientAdvocacy

Grateful to be surrounded by a team that challenges each other!

We are excited to welcome Jeff D'Italia to Genepool Networks as Vice President, Executive Search. Jeff brings more than 25 years of experience in the Boston biotech and biopharma community, along with a rare combination of scientific training, search expertise, and deep industry relationships. As a scientist by training and a longtime leader in life sciences recruiting, he understands something we believe deeply at Genepool - breakthrough science depends on exceptional people. Jeff’s track record building teams across R&D, CMC, and Clinical Research makes him a powerful addition to our growing organization. Just as important, he shares our commitment to serving the biotech community with insight, integrity, and purpose. For Rob Patten, Erik Rocheford, and Stephanie Scheipers, Jeff’s arrival also marks a meaningful reunion with a trusted former colleague. We are equally excited for him to join forces with Ariana Zanecchia Delea and the broader Genepool team as we continue helping our clients build high performing leadership teams. Jeff, welcome to Genepool! We are thrilled to have you on board. #GenepoolNetworks #Biotech #LifeSciences #ExecutiveSearch #Biopharma #BostonBiotech

An exciting new project with an exciting venture group here below. Please share!

NEW SEARCH ALERT!!! Ariana and I are kicking off a VP, Early Discovery for a long time client here in Boston. If you’ve got strong I&I experience and small molecule/platform expertise please reach out.

Stephanie Scheipers is quite busy thus far in 2026! Recently she kicked off two searches for a well funded Boston biotech developing biologic therapeutics for cancer. * Clinical Development Consultant - VP/SVP level * Regulatory Consultant - VP/SVP level If this is relevant to you or those in your network please reach out and/or share.

The reward for good work continues to be more work! We are encouraged by what 2026 looks like already. Please share this new project with your network as you see fit.

We continue to partner with a great local client to help them build out their medical team. Reach out to learn more!