Ralitsa Mintcheva

VP of Finance

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Professional Overview
Ralitsa Mintcheva is an experienced finance executive with a proven track record of driving financial strategy and operational excellence. As the VP of Finance at Cellino, she leverages her deep expertise in the biotechnology industry to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure the company's continued growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the VP of Finance at Cellino, Ralitsa is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial reporting. She has been instrumental in implementing robust financial controls and processes, enabling the company to navigate the complex regulatory landscape and secure critical funding to support its innovative cell therapy research and development initiatives.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Cellino, Ralitsa held several senior finance roles, including Controller at Verve Therapeutics, Sr. Director, Controller at Inari Agriculture, and Controller at Whitehead Institute. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive financial optimization, streamline operations, and provide strategic guidance to executive leadership teams. Ralitsa's diverse experience in the biotechnology and non-profit sectors has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial best practices and the ability to navigate complex financial and regulatory environments.

Academic Background
Ralitsa holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She is a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and continues to expand her knowledge by actively participating in industry-specific training and professional development programs.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Cash flow management

• Financial reporting and controls

• Financial compliance and regulatory adherence

• Strategic financial decision-making

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact
During her tenure at Verve Therapeutics, Ralitsa played a pivotal role in the company's successful Series B funding round, securing $100 million in additional capital to support the advancement of its gene editing-based therapies. At Inari Agriculture, she led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, streamlining financial operations and improving data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Conclusion
With her deep expertise in the biotechnology industry, proven track record of financial leadership, and commitment to driving operational excellence, Ralitsa Mintcheva is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact as the VP of Finance at Cellino. Her strategic vision and analytical acumen will be invaluable as the company navigates the rapidly evolving landscape of cell therapy research and development.