Navigating new territory in targeted oncology
Ikena is redefining the targeted oncology landscape and envisioning a world in which every cancer patient has a cure, guided by a deep understanding of the patient experience and what drives disease.
Our Focus
We develop therapies that have potential as single agents and in combination to directly target underlying mechanisms driving cancer survival and growth. Our approach enables us to evolve and follow a path guided by translational approaches. See our unique process below.
A Multifaceted Approach
Pipeline
We are advancing a diverse array of therapies targeting cancer’s underlying drivers through clinical development.
View the research behind our pipeline
We are ever-evolving
Visit our site in the near future for a deeper look at our team, our approach and our pipeline of oncology therapies.
Team
At Ikena, we strive to see, know, and understand what drives every patient’s cancer so we can make an impact at its root. Every member of our team has something important to contribute to this goal.
Management Team

Mark Manfredi, Ph.D.
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Jeffrey Ecsedy, Ph.D.
Chief Development Officer

Jotin Marango, M.D., Ph.D.
CFO and Head of Corporate Development

Sergio Santillana, M.D., M.Sc., MBA
CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER

Michelle Zhang, Ph.D.
Chief Scientific Officer

Alfredo Castro, Ph.D.
SENIOR Vice President, DISCOVERY

Alexander Constan, Ph.D.
SENIOR Vice President, NON CLINICAL SAFETY AND DMPK

Holly K. Koblish, Ph.D.
Vice President, Cancer Biology

Karim S. Malek, M.D.
Vice President, Clinical Development

Karen McGovern, Ph.D.
Vice President, R&D Collaborations

Francisco Oliveira
Vice President of Finance

Jennifer Schroeder, PMP
Senior Vice President, Clinical Development Operations
Board of Directors
Ron Renaud
CHAIRMAN
David Bonita, M.D.
Director
Iain D. Dukes, D. Phil.
Director
Jean-François Formela, M.D.
Director
Maria Koehler, M.D., Ph.D.
Director
Mark Manfredi, Ph.D.
President, chief executive officer and director
Otello Stampacchia, Ph.D.
Director
Richard Wooster, Ph.D.
Director
Scientific Advisory Board
George D. Demetri, M.D.
Chair
Do you envision a world in which every cancer patient has a cure?
If you’re passionate about advancing cutting edge therapies for cancer patients, join our team.
Contact Us
At Ikena, we’re excited about our work and passionate about our mission.
Please get in touch to learn more:
info@ikenaoncology.com
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