Raakhee Kumar

Vice President, Legal, Chief Compliance Officer & Privacy Officer

Professional Overview
Raakhee Kumar is an accomplished legal and compliance executive with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare and life sciences industries. As the Vice President, Legal, Chief Compliance Officer & Privacy Officer at Ocular Therapeutix, Inc., she is responsible for overseeing the company's legal affairs, ensuring robust compliance programs, and safeguarding data privacy.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role at Ocular Therapeutix, Raakhee is responsible for managing the company's legal function, including contract negotiations, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, she serves as the Chief Compliance Officer and Privacy Officer, leading the development and implementation of comprehensive compliance programs and data privacy initiatives. Raakhee's extensive industry knowledge and strategic leadership have been instrumental in driving Ocular Therapeutix's growth and mitigating legal and compliance risks.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Ocular Therapeutix, Raakhee held senior legal and compliance roles at GRAIL, McKesson, St. Jude Medical, and LivaNova. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, implement effective compliance strategies, and contribute to the success of her organizations.

Academic Background
Raakhee holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Texas School of Law, where she graduated with honors. She also obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Texas at Austin, with a focus on business administration and political science.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare and life sciences industry regulations

• Corporate compliance program development and implementation

• Data privacy and protection

• Contract negotiation and intellectual property management

• Strategic legal and compliance risk mitigation

• Cross-functional leadership and collaboration

Professional Impact
During her tenure at GRAIL, Raakhee played a pivotal role in establishing the company's comprehensive compliance program, which received industry recognition for its effectiveness. At McKesson, she led the legal and compliance integration of the U.S. Oncology business, ensuring a seamless transition and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Conclusion
Raakhee Kumar is a highly respected legal and compliance professional with a proven track record of success in the healthcare and life sciences industries. Her extensive expertise, strategic vision, and commitment to ethical business practices make her a valuable asset to Ocular Therapeutix as it continues to grow and navigate the evolving regulatory landscape.