Katerina Kontzalis

Katerina Kontzalis is a senior communications and corporate affairs leader with 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. She has led global and country‑level teams at Novartis, shaping integrated communications and patient advocacy strategies that advance organizational priorities and strengthen trust across the healthcare ecosystem. Her work includes award‑winning campaigns in oncology and other therapeutic areas, as well as long‑standing partnerships with patient organizations, clinicians, and policymakers.

She is driven by the power of storytelling to elevate patient voices, mobilize stakeholders, and inspire meaningful progress in areas such as cancer awareness, access to care, health equity, sustainability, and innovation.