Laura Stoppel

Collaborator
DISC Type : si

Partner at RA Capital Management

Somerville, Massachusetts, United States

Overview

Laura Stoppel is a Partner at RA Capital Management, where she leads both public and private investments in the biotechnology sector. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience from MIT and a BA from Harvard University, and serves as a board director for several life sciences companies, including Nimbus Therapeutics and Acumen Pharmaceuticals.

Outside of her investment work, Laura is a director at the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, reflecting an interest in rare diseases and patient advocacy. A mother of two young children, she has spoken about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life and is a passionate advocate for working mothers.

Her career in neuroscience was sparked by a shared interest in the flute with a Nobel laureate professor at Harvard, with whom she played duets.

Personality Overview

Good Listener

Appreciative

Consensus Builder

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

Biotech Investing
As a Partner at RA Capital, she evaluates and invests in public and private biotech companies and serves on multiple corporate boards, including CellCentric and Artiva Biotherapeutics.
Neuroscience Research
Holds a PhD in Neuroscience from MIT where her graduate research investigated synaptic translation in syndromic autism, a topic foundational to her career.
Orphan Diseases
Her professional focus includes orphan neurodevelopmental disorders, and she serves on the board of the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, indicating a personal commitment.

Media Appearances

Laura Stoppel – Partner at RA Capital Management (Speaker) – Cell Therapy Bioprocessing Conference. Featured in Informa Connect – Cell Therapy Bioprocessing

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Laura Stoppel – Partner at RA Capital Management (Speaker) – Bioprocess International Conference. Featured in Informa Connect – Bioprocess International

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Getting personal with three investment leaders at RA Capital. Featured in RA Capital Management – Rapport

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Work History

12-2024
Partner at RA Capital Management
1-2022 - 6-2025
Board of Directors at Indapta Therapeutics
12-2020 - 12-2024
Principal at RA Capital Management
11-2020
Board of Directors at Acumen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
10-2020
Board of Directors at Nimbus Therapeutics

Education

2011 - 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2004 - 2008
BA from Harvard University

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Insights For Selling To Laura

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • Summarize the key points at the end of the conversation
  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t give the impression of being unproven or risky

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Laura is

  • Relationship and rapport play a major role, followed by low risk and the presence of proof points.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Laura

  • They are diplomatic when the need arises; they hardly ever say a direct no.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Laura move?

  • They can take their time to reach decisions, even while they stay engaged and friendly.
  • Can Laura take some risk or not?

  • They are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Laura

Personality Compatibility


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