Ruth McKernan

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Executive Chair at Draig Therapeutics

United Kingdom

Overview

Dr. Ruth McKernan is a neuroscientist and Operating Partner at SV Health Managers and the Dementia Discovery Fund. With a PhD from the University of London, she holds board positions at multiple therapeutics companies, leveraging her extensive experience in drug discovery and R&D.

She is passionate about translating scientific research into tangible treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. Her work involves guiding and investing in startups focused on novel therapies for conditions like dementia and depression, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing neurological health.

For her services to business and innovation, she was appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE).

Personality Overview

Consensus Builder

Example Driven

Fair-minded

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

Dementia Research
As a Venture Partner at the Dementia Discovery Fund and a trustee at Alzheimer's Research UK, she is deeply involved in funding and guiding research into dementia.
Neuroscience Innovation
Her background is in neuroscience, and she champions companies like Cumulus Neuroscience that are developing new ways to screen for neurodegenerative diseases.
Biotech Startups
She is the Executive Chair at Draig Therapeutics and actively posts about hiring for dynamic startups, showing a focus on building and scaling new ventures in the field.

Media Appearances

Draig Therapeutics launched from stealth today with a total of $140 M investment. Featured in BioTechTV

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Work History

9-2024
Executive Chair at Draig Therapeutics
4-2018
Venture Partner at SV Health Investors at SV Health Investors
10-2024
Venture Partner at Dementia Discovery Fund (DDF)

Education

BSc PhD from University of London

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Insights For Selling To Ruth

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Show them how they look good by making this decision
  • If possible, involve their colleagues in the sales process
  • 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
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted
  • Don’t sound very transactional

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ruth is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ruth

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ruth move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Ruth take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Ruth

Personality Compatibility


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