Hayley French

Chief Executive Officer at Domainex

United Kingdom

Overview

Dr. Hayley French is the Chief Executive Officer at Domainex, bringing over 25 years of life sciences experience. An accomplished commercial leader and qualified attorney with a PhD in Microbiology, she has a proven track record of fostering growth and innovation in multiple pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations, including previously serving as CEO of Apitope International NV.

Hayleys colleagues praise her for her profound understanding of the biotechnology landscape, strategic vision, and exemplary leadership skills. People often refer to her as a highly competent practitioner with a clear understanding of business issues and a no-nonsense approach to advice.

Unique fact: Hayley is a past president of the Licensing Executives Society (LES) for Britain & Ireland, showcasing her long-standing expertise in intellectual property and commercial transactions.

Topics They Care About

Drug Discovery
As CEO of Domainex, a contract research organization, her primary focus is on integrated drug discovery services, from hit identification to pre-clinical candidates.
Biotech Commercialization
Her career at UCL Ventures and as CEO of Apitope involved the management and commercialisation of life science technologies, including leading a company to acquisition.
Venture Capital
She serves as a Venture Partner for Vesalius Biocapital, indicating a strong interest in identifying and funding promising innovations in the life sciences sector.

Media Appearances

Domainex welcomes Hayley French as CEO as it plots growth. Featured in Cambridge Independent

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Qualified attorney is new Domainex CEO. Featured in Business Weekly

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Domainex appoints Hayley French as CEO to drive next phase of growth. Featured in Discover Pharma

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Work History

5-2025
Chief Executive Officer at Domainex
12-2024
Non Executive Chairman at Octiocor
3-2022
Venture Partner at Vesalius Biocapital IV
6-2022 - 4-2025
Chairman at Swedish Biomimetics 3000 AB
10-2018 - 11-2021
Chief Executive Officer at Apitope International NV

Education

1991 - 1992
MSc from Queen Mary University of London
Education details unavailable from University of Liverpool

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