Danjuma Q.

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Senior Director - AI & Biotech Innovation, Lilly Ventures at Eli Lilly and Company

San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Overview

Danjuma is the Senior Director of AI & Biotech Innovation at Lilly Ventures, where he leverages his unique background as a Ph. D. scientist and venture investor. Transitioning from computational genomics at AbbVie, he now focuses on early-stage biotech investments. Colleagues describe him as having one of the brightest minds, with immense integrity and vision.

Fueled by a personal goal to "help those in need, " Danjuma has a history of community involvement, including serving on the board for the non-profit Degrees of Change. In college, he was a multi-sport athlete, participating in both football and track and field, and was part of a leadership and scholarship program.

Unique fact: While an undergraduate, he was instrumental in the development of the new bioinformatics degree program at Whitworth University.

Personality Overview

Value Driven

Example Seeker

Assertive

They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Topics They Care About

AI in Biotech
His current role at Lilly Ventures is centered on identifying and investing in companies at the intersection of artificial intelligence and biotechnology.
Biotech Investing
He has extensive experience in corporate venture capital, previously serving as an Associate Director at AbbVie Ventures and joining the boards of portfolio companies.
Diversity in VC
He has publicly discussed the importance of promoting diversity within the venture capital industry in podcast interviews.

Media Appearances

Danjuma has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Senior Director - AI & Biotech Innovation, Lilly Ventures at Eli Lilly and Company
2-2022 - 11-2025
Associate Director, AbbVie Ventures at AbbVie
2-2020 - 2-2022
Strategy Leadership Development Program at AbbVie
2-2017 - 5-2020
Senior Scientist, Computational Genomics. AbbVie Genomics Research Center at AbbVie
3-2020 - 3-2023
Co-Chair - Career Development Committee at American Society of Human Genetics

Education

Master's degree from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from UC San Diego

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Insights For Selling To Danjuma

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship
  • Persuade objectively how your product will help them achieve their goals

DONT's

  • Avoid making offhand commitments
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Danjuma is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Danjuma

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Danjuma move?

  • They like to be detailed and take their time to arrive at decisions.
  • Can Danjuma take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

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