Ana Ferreira, MPH, PMP
Director of Program and Alliance Management
Ana serves as the Director of Program and Alliance Management for FAST, where she oversees scientific and operational activities that advance the organization’s mission to accelerate early research and discovery programs toward therapeutic drug development.
Prior to joining FAST, Ana spent nearly 14 years at pharmaceutical and biotech companies, such as Novartis and Moderna. Most recently, she was a Program Team Lead at Aviceda Therapeutics, the world leader in glyco-immune checkpoint therapeutics.
Ana holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, and a Master of Science in Public Health. She is also a Project Manager Professional (PMP) certified by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and has a specialization in Project Management.
A Message from Ana:
I am excited to join FAST at this pivotal moment and scientific progress. I am also so excited about this role because it sits at the intersection of science, execution, and impact – where I do my best work. I bring a strong track record of driving cross-functional drug development programs with clear governance, practical problem-solving, and milestone discipline. My goal is simple: accelerate high-quality decisions and outcomes that advance the mission and bring promising science closer to patients.
How will you support FAST’s mission:
As Director of Program and Alliance Management, I will translate the company’s scientific vision into disciplined, execution-ready programs that move early research toward therapeutic development. I will lead cross-functional planning and governance to keep grant-funded and discovery programs on schedule, within scope, and aligned to critical milestones. By combining scientific literacy with rigorous program management, I will identify risks early, remove operational bottlenecks, and maintain momentum across the portfolio. I will strengthen collaboration and communication among internal teams, external partners, academic groups, CROs, and industry stakeholders to ensure coordinated execution. This approach will accelerate high-quality outcomes and directly support the FAST’s mission to advance promising science into impactful therapies.
Fun Facts:
I play tennis and lift weights to decompress and keep my mind clean
I love to travel to learn new cultures and visit new places