Nour El Mais
Business Development Associate at Barnabas Finance
Biological Sciences at Lebanese American University
Lebanon
Hi, I'm Nour El Mais!
Business Development Associate at Barnabas Finance
With a master’s degree in Biological Sciences, specializing in cancer signaling and biotechnology, I've transitioned from a Biotech Research Analyst at Alkamis to a Business Development Associate at SolasCure. I orchestrate key initiatives in investor relations, fundraising, market analysis, business plan development, and grant applications.
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Barnabas Finance
Business Development Associate
November 2023 - Present
Lead the development of comprehensive business plans and proposals for SMEs in healthcare and other sectors, collaborating closely with the CFO. Design and refine business models to forecast revenue and assess the viability of market entry strategies. Identify new revenue streams and spearhead fundraising plans when required. Drove cross-functional collaboration to pinpoint target demographics and patient needs, seamlessly integrating insights into the business strategy.
Barnabas Finance
Business Development Associate
November 2023 - Present
Lead the development of comprehensive business plans and proposals for SMEs in healthcare and other sectors, collaborating closely with the CFO. Design and refine business models to forecast revenue and assess the viability of market entry strategies. Identify new revenue streams and spearhead fundraising plans when required. Portfolio company - Jellagen: Drove cross-functional collaboration to pinpoint target demographics and patient needs, seamlessly integrating insights into the business strategy. Leveraged increased autonomy and ownership to deliver impactful initiatives.
SolasCure
Business Development Associate
May 2023 - Present
Drive impactful initiatives within the business team, collaborating closely with the CEO, CFO, and Chief of Staff to align strategic goals and business objectives. Successfully secured a €2.5 million grant from the European Innovation Council. Secured entry into a highly competitive accelerator program. Conduct thorough research to identify potential investors and venture capital firms. Maintain clear communication with the R&D and production teams. Train one junior team member and 1 summer intern.
SolasCure
Business Development Associate
May 2023 - Present
SolasCure is a Biotech company developing Aurase Wound Gel, an enzyme cloned from maggots, to heal chronic wounds. Leveraged increased autonomy and ownership in the role to drive impactful initiatives within the business team, collaborating closely with the CEO, CFO, and Chief of Staff to align strategic goals and business objectives. Successfully secured a €2.5 million grant from the European Innovation Council, showcasing strategic vision and grant writing expertise. Secured entry into a highly competitive accelerator program, a collaboration between Innovate UK Edge and Texas Medical Center Houston, granting our company intensive market visits to the US. Conducted thorough research to identify potential investors and venture capital firms with a strategic interest in the biotech and healthcare sectors. Maintained clear communication with the R&D and production teams to ensure alignment and integration of business strategies with product development efforts. Trained one junior team member and 1 summer intern, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and contributions to the business development team.
SolasCure
Business Development Analyst
January 2022 - April 2023
Played a pivotal role in Series B fundraising, contributing to the successful acquisition of approximately $13M. Managed post-fundraising investor interactions and optimized administrative workflows. Researched and proposed a subsidiary location leveraging R&D tax incentives. Orchestrated PR initiatives to enhance online visibility and industry presence. Led the creation of pitch decks for global Wound Care conferences. Assisted in M&A preparations and due diligence. Collaborated across departments to align business strategies and objectives.
SolasCure
Business Development Analyst
January 2022 - April 2023
Played a pivotal role in Series B fundraising, contributing to the successful acquisition of approximately $13M. Managed post-fundraising investor interactions and optimized administrative workflows, ensuring seamless communication and reporting. Researched and proposed a subsidiary location leveraging R&D tax incentives, enhancing financial efficiency. Orchestrated PR initiatives to enhance online visibility and industry presence, boosting brand recognition. Led the creation of pitch decks for global Wound Care conferences, showcasing the company’s innovations and achievements. Assisted in M&A preparations and due diligence, collaborating closely with an international investment bank. Collaborated across departments, maintaining clear and effective communication with the CEO, CFO, CBO, and Chief of Staff to align business strategies and objectives.
Alkamis PTE LTD
Biotech Analyst
April 2021 - March 2023
Conducted research and viability assessments for biotech innovations. Identified Key Opinion Leaders, prepared due diligence reports, and developed exit strategies and project plans. Trained 2 summer interns, enhancing their skills and contributions. Demonstrated strong research, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Alkamis PTE LTD
Biotech Analyst
April 2021 - March 2023
Conducted research and viability assessments for biotech innovations, collaborating with a team of 5-6 colleagues and 2 partners. Identified Key Opinion Leaders, prepared due diligence reports, and developed exit strategies and project plans. Trained 2 summer interns, enhancing their skills and contributions. Demonstrated strong research, problem-solving, and communication skills throughout all tasks.
Education

Biological Sciences
Lebanese American University
Graduated in 2020

Biological Sciences
Lebanese American University
Graduated in 2020

Applied Biology
Lebanese American University
Graduated in 2018
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