Kennedy Bond specializes in the life sciences search space.

“I’ve had the privilege of partnering with Elizabeth Kennedy and the
team at Kennedy Bond on several critical executive searches, and I can
say without hesitation that she is among the most professional,
insightful, and values-driven search partners I’ve ever worked with.

Elizabeth brings a rare blend of strategic acuity, empathy, and
executional excellence. She invests deeply in understanding not just the
role, but the culture, leadership philosophy, and long-term
organizational goals of her clients. The result is a process that feels less
like recruiting and more like building—one that consistently produces
exceptional leaders who elevate teams and advance mission-driven
work.

Her integrity, responsiveness, and judgment are second to none.
Whether navigating complex stakeholder dynamics or advising on
talent-market realities, Elizabeth operates as a true extension of the
leadership team. Every interaction reflects her hallmark professionalism
and her genuine care for people on both sides of the search.

In an industry often defined by transactions, Elizabeth Kennedy stands
out for her partnership, precision, and purpose. I recommend her and
Kennedy Bond without reservation to any organization seeking a search
partner who delivers results and relationships that last.”

Richard FiresChief Human Strategy Officer at Population Health Partners

“Kennedy Bond is a true extension of the Talent Acquisition team—not an
external vendor. Lizzie Kennedy, its founder, exemplifies what makes the
firm exceptional: a boutique approach rooted in deep technical and
business acumen, a vast biotech network, and an unwavering commitment
to client success. Lizzie combines strategic insight with flawless execution,
leveraging advanced reporting systems and virtual collaboration tools while
still prioritizing in-person engagement across the U.S. Her responsiveness,
transparency, and ability to build trust set Kennedy Bond apart. They deliver
with precision, energy, and a willingness to go above and beyond—making
them a trusted partner for executive and senior-level searches.”

Alison QuelchHead of Talent Acquisition, Ultragenyx

“I can't speak highly enough of Lizzie. She recruited me to my current position
and has recruited several members of my growing team. By utilizing both her
extensive network of known potential candidates as well as targeted cold
calls (well, LinkedIn and emails, mostly) she has quickly and consistently
demonstrated her ability to recruit high quality candidates with the right
qualifications for the job. Scheduling and followup after interviews is prompt
and focused and her summaries of reference checks are always clear and
insightful. She recruited 4 outstanding new members to my team and every
one has exceeded expectations.”

Greg GaichSVP, Clinical Development, Metsera

“I worked with Lizzie when she recruited me to Ultragenyx, and she was excellent throughout the process. Direct, reliable, and always on top of the details. She kept things moving, made everything clear, and never wasted my time.

What stood out was her read on people and her ability to give straightforward, useful guidance. No fluff. I’d happily work with her again and would recommend her to anyone who wants a recruiter who really knows what they’re doing.”

Daniel GruskinSVP, Head of Global Medical Affairs, Ultragenyx

“I’ve had the pleasure of working with Lizzie and have been consistently
impressed by her professionalism and depth of understanding of the biotech
R&D talent landscape. She successfully placed several colleagues and
contractors for my team and also took the time to engage with a few of my
referrals to help guide their job search. Lizzie combines strategic insight with
a genuine, personal approach, a rare and valuable mix in recruiting. She’s
been an excellent partner to work with.”

Ali SeddighzadehVP, Head of Drug & Patient Safety, Metsera

“I've worked with Lizzie Kennedy both as a candidate and also as client. She
is absolutely one of the best recruiters in our industry. This is based on my
assessment of her ability and knack for digging beyond the résumé and
getting to know the candidate well - their career, the ups and downs, their
life narratives and what makes them tick. Something few recruiters take the
time to do these days.

From the client perspective, I was impressed by her deep understanding of
the company culture - and the "phenotype" that would fit well in that
culture. She doesn't just bring any candidate, she know who will succeed
and who won't in the client culture. So every candidate invited to interview is
well screened and vetted even before you meet them, saving the
organization time and money. I recommend Lizzie highly.”

Mustafa NoorVice President, Clinical Development, Metsera

“I have had the pleasure of working with Lizzie for over a year now, and I can
say that she is awesome in every way. She is bright, enthusiastic, highly
motivated, professional, personable, accessible, and a great partner and
resource.

I can't say enough good things about her and I always look forward to
speaking with her and working with her. Her positivity and outlook along with
a "can do" approach are uplifting and I look forward to working with her for
years to come.”

Scott SykesVice President, Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance

“Elizabeth was great to work with and helped me fill a very difficult to fill role
on my team. She spent time understanding the role and exactly what I was
looking for in candidates. She communicated regularly to provide updates
on progress and to get feedback. I would absolutely work with her again.”

Angela DaviesVice President, Head of Hematology Clinical Development, Bristol Myers Squibb

“I have had the distinct pleasure of working with Lizzie for a number of
years. She is a ’go to’ recruiter for me and companies I work for. Lizzie is
smart, hard working and has awesome positive energy. I gladly refer
senior executives to her who are looking to network on open consulting
and full time positions. She gets it!”

David BrooksChief Medical Officer, Boston Immune Technologies and Therapeutics

“I don't write many recommendations. However, I can easily say that
working with Lizzie Kennedy and her team is a marvelous experience. I
have done so at Pfizer and at Gilead. Whether I have a niche role in
Vaccines, Oncology Clinical Development, or another challenging
search, Lizzie and her team will pull together short lists of robust and
diverse candidates that are always worth a look/see.

She takes copious notes, communicates succinctly and her knowledge
content in Pharma/Biotech is indomitable. Looking forward to continued
successful partnering with Lizzie and her team.”

Marge MusumeciCandidate Experience Manager, Pfizer

“Lizzie is an experienced and very professional leader. Her direct
communication style, her empathy and her ‘know how’ make her
incredibly successful. She clearly understands the Life Sciences space. I
have interacted with her for many (many!) years and have experienced
how she actively identifies not only which candidates are suitable for a
given position, but also which organization is the right choice for a given
applicant. She is assertive and owner of an impressive initiative. Briefly,
Lizzie is a force, and any organization would benefit from her experience.”

Fernanda ArnaldezExecutive Director, Early Clinical Development - Oncology R&D at AstraZeneca

“I have had the pleasure of working closely with Lizzie for a few years as
a trusted partner and resource, as I relied on her to assist with
identifying and attracting strong talent to a new (and mostly unknown)
team in a highly competitive market.

Lizzie has managed many difficult searches and consistently impressed
me with her ability to tackle complex challenges with creativity and
precision. She has a solid network, analytical mindset and strategic
approach to problem-solving which is invaluable.

Lizzie's most notable strengths are her exceptional communication and
collaboration skills and truly takes on the role of a partner. Lizzie is
terrific to work with and I look forward to continuing building strong
teams together.”

Adrienne LuongoSenior Talent Leader, Oncology Clinical Development, Gilead Sciences

“‘I have had the great pleasure of working with Lizzie over several years
now and each time she has come through when other recruiters could
not. She has been able to fill difficult positions on time and with quality
personnel.

Additionally, I occasionally enjoy the ease of consulting and Lizzie has
done wonders finding consulting opportunities that are appropriate for
me and my level of experience. All in all, she has been great to partner
with both as hiring manager and consultant.”

Toni BransfordPharmaceutical Executive & Boarded Cardiologist