Cris Barquero

15 years of healthcare experience in academic clinics and advertising agencies using narrative driven strategies to bridge the gap of communication between patients & HCPs and companies & communities. Experience managing $10 million accounts, mentoring direct reports, leading interdisciplinary teams, and creating new ways of reaching audiences.

10 years of running clinical oncology trials at academic universities (Stanford, Mount Sinai, Columbia), including helping to create a new department at Columbia.

5 years at advertising agencies (IPG, Havas) in account roles managing multimillion dollar accounts, direct reports, and brand strategy. Directly responsible for organic growth, new business, and culture growth. Experience with branding, strategy, finance, legal and compliance, and market research.

Bachelor in Arts from the University of Florida.