Hello and welcome — I’m Cutler Whitely, a scientist, entrepreneur, and former professional athlete, leveraging scientific expertise to fuel innovation and societal impact.

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Academic Excellence Fueling Innovation

With a Master’s in Biotechnology from Brown University and a Bachelor’s in CMGB from Drexel University, my career is marked by cutting-edge research and impactful innovation. I pursued an MBA at Columbia Business School, receiving The Executive Promise Fellowship.

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Revolutionizing Research & Patient Care

At Novartis, I contributed to cancer drug discovery and played a key role in Penn Medicine’s Division of Plastic Surgery, authoring scientific papers and creating a surgical database that advanced clinical research and patient care.

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Trailblazing Entrepreneurial Ventures

I founded Looie and co-founded Astellar Labs, successfully translating innovative ideas into viable businesses. These ventures secured significant funding and recognition, showcasing my ability to navigate from ideation to implementation.

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Leadership That Inspires Breakthroughs

My skills include genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and strategic business development. As a senior manager in business development at Apeloa Pharmaceuticals, I drive innovation and growth, fostering team success.

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Empowering Communities Through Philanthropy

Committed to philanthropy, I engage with organizations like The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and The Salvation Army, making a tangible difference in the community.