Georgette is an accomplished leader with deep experience developing HR strategies aligned to drive business results. She previously led global human resources at Novartis Institutes of Biomedical Research, where she partnered with executives and their scientific research teams across seven sites in the U.S., Asia and Europe. Before that, she served as vice president of global corporate human resources at Biogen Inc. She lived and worked in Europe for more than 10 years nurturing startups and has proven expertise at helping build cultures that attract, retain and develop world-class talent. Georgette has a passion for supporting women in business and paying forward the benefits of mentorship. She founded the Professional Women’s Association in Budapest, Hungary in 1998. She also founded Girls Night Out in Seattle in 2005 and then extended the organization to Boston. Girls Night Out is dedicated to connecting and supporting women in their careers and through their transitions. Georgette received a BA from Georgetown University and an MA in international relations from the American University School of International Service.