The Biotech Growth Challenge
Navigating Complexity to
Deliver Life-Changing Therapies
Strategic Consulting to Navigate R&D and Regulatory Complexity, AI-Driven Innovation, and Global Market Expansion for Life-Changing Therapies.
Orchestrating Biotech Success from Innovation to Access
Is your biotech or pharma company under pressure to innovate faster, scale smarter, and deliver life-changing therapies that truly change lives with limited resources?
If you’re navigating regulatory uncertainty, internal silos, operational bottlenecks, investor expectations, or fragmented strategies, you’re not alone. Mid-sized and growth-stage biotech firms often face complex challenges that can delay progress and make it harder for breakthrough therapies to reach the patients who need them most.
Global expansion requires more than great science. It demands a clear strategy, cultural fluency, and operational excellence.
Your Biotech Consulting Partner for Global Success
At Global Impact Bio Consulting, we work alongside growth-stage and mid-sized biotech and pharma companies to overcome complexity and scale with confidence.
We don’t just advise. We become your strategic ally, and we deliver biotech consulting services that turn vision into global impact through Our Core Specializations:
Strategic Planning & Operations
From discovery to commercialization, we guide strategic alignment and operational excellence, bridging strategy and execution for long-term impact.
Global Market Expansion
Confidently expand into international markets with regulatory insights, localization support, and stakeholder alignment across North America, Europe, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Cross-functional Integration
We connect the dots across R&D, operations, commercialization, and break down silos and drive sustainable innovation with a holistic end-to-end approach.
AI Driven Innovation for Better Outcomes
Partner with experts across Europe, Africa, the U.S., and Asia who embed cultural intelligence and equity into every stage of innovation to expand access and trust.
Multicultural and Health Equity Expertise
Integrate AI-driven solutions to optimize drug development, enhance decision-making, and streamline operations.
Ndeye exemplifies servant leadership in every sense.
She broke down siloes, empowered our team, and fostered a culture of accountability that led to real business results.
Joshua King’ori Muriithi
Human Development Through Enterprise | Former Direct Report, Roche Kenya
A courageous global transformational leader.
Her expertise in commercial operations and project management is matched by her unwavering commitment to healthcare equity.
African Diaspora Network
Trusted Leadership.
Proven Global Impact.
Over Two Decades of Industry Leadership
GIBC is founded by Ndeye Makalou, a veteran of Roche and Genentech with over 20 years of leadership across the pharmaceutical and biotech value chain, from manufacturing and clinical development to global supply chains and health equity leadership.
Her 360° industry experience spans North America, Europe, and Sub-Saharan Africa, giving her clients a uniquely powerful perspective.
Recognized for Visionary Impact
Two-Time Emerging Leader Award recipient (Roche-Genentech Pharmaceuticals)
Impact Award Honoree and Board Director – International Leap Network and FOHSEN
Board Director & Luminaire Award – African Diaspora Network (Global Health in Africa)
Academic & Professional Excellence
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)
& Master of Science
INSEAD Certificates: Business Strategy & Financial Performance; Global Strategy (Roche)
Stanford Certificate in Project Management
Featured Thought Leadership
Featured on Hiring for Good Podcast and Narrative of Purpose Podcast
Guest Speaker at UC Berkeley: Presented to Master’s and PhD students on digital transformation and its impact on social equity in development engineering
Innovation with Purpose,
Impact Without Borders
At Global Impact Bio Consulting (GIBC), our mission is to empower growth-stage and mid-sized biotech and pharmaceutical companies to transform bold ideas into life-changing therapies that reach patients around the world.
We envision a future where innovation breaks through complexity, accelerating drug development, expanding global market access, and advancing health equity across borders.
Backed by 20+ years of global pharmaceutical leadership, a systems-thinking mindset, and deep expertise in AI-driven innovation, GIBC bridges science with strategy. We are committed to delivering strategic clarity, operational excellence, and sustainable change, with measurable outcomes for your business and meaningful impact for global health.
23-Year Pharma Veteran. Four Continents.
AI-Powered Results.
I help biotech CEOs stop watching brilliant science fail due to fragmented execution. Through strategic orchestration and battle-tested global experience, your breakthrough reaches patients faster—with fewer costly pivots and the confidence that comes from working with someone who’s actually done this before.
A Journey Defined by
Resilience and Purpose
That journey shaped a mission: to bridge science, strategy, and global health equity.
Her lived experience fuels a deep sense of purpose and drives her commitment to helping organizations thrive, ensuring innovation reaches those who need it most.
Achieve Faster Growth, Greater Impact
Partnering with Global Impact Bio Consulting (GIBC) means investing in real, measurable transformation for your biotech or pharma company and gaining a partner committed to measurable results.
Expect strategic clarity, operational precision, and outcomes that advance your mission.
What You Can Expect From Global Impact Bio Consulting:
Strategic Clarity & Operational Alignment
A tailored strategic roadmap that streamlines processes and aligns cross-functional teams for sustained growth.
Global Expansion Expertise, Locally Executed
Navigate international markets with confidence and cultural fluency.
Future-Ready AI-Powered Innovation
Enhance decision-making and efficiency through tailored AI strategies while maintaining regulatory and clinical excellence.
Cross-Functional Leadership & Trusted Partnership
Break down silos from R&D through commercialization to accelerate development and reduce risk. Foster team cohesion through empathetic leadership and cross-cultural fluency—uniting stakeholders around a shared vision.
Equity-Driven Growth for Sustainability
Integrate health equity as a strategic priority into every stage of innovation for broader impact and competitive advantage.
Effective Change Leadership
Navigate transformation with confidence, building resilience and long-term success across your organization.
Quick Actionable Guide for Biotech Executives Facing Resource Constraints
The Biotech Navigator Toolkit
Stay competitive, deliver results, rapidly boost operational efficiency, and achieve strategic objectives
This strategic resource offers actionable insights designed to help you:
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Stay Competitive
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Deliver Results
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Rapidly Boost Operational Efficiency
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Achieve Strategic Objectives
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Build a smarter expansion roadmap
Our Blogs: Where Science Meets Soul
This isn’t just another blog roll—it’s a living archive of bold ideas, biotech breakthroughs, and the human stories behind the science.
Are You Ready For Your Next Stage of Growth?
Schedule your strategy session today and discover how GIBC can help you:
global markets
operations
and innovation
global markets
operations
and innovation
Frequently Asked Questions
How can GIBC improve our operational strategy?
We streamline cross-functional operations using systems thinking to align teams, eliminate silos, and accelerate development. The result: faster timelines, reduced costs, and sustainable growth.
What’s your approach to AI integration in biotech?
We assess AI readiness, identify high-impact use cases, and ensure compliant, effective adoption across R&D and operations—boosting insight, speed, and ROI without adding regulatory risk.
How does GIBC support global market expansion?
We craft region-specific market access strategies—from regulatory planning to local execution. Our insight helps you de-risk entry, align with payer systems, and scale globally with confidence.
What unique challenges of mid-sized biotechs does GIBC address?
We bring big-pharma experience with a nimble, tailored approach—filling capability gaps in strategy, AI, or global access while respecting your resources and growth pace.
How do you ensure measurable impact and ROI?
We define success upfront with clear KPIs and track real outcomes—like reduced cycle times, cost savings, or faster approvals—ensuring every engagement delivers business value.
How does GIBC use systems thinking and regulatory insight?
We align R&D, operations, and commercial strategies while embedding global compliance at every step. This holistic, future-ready approach drives resilient, scalable results.