Neda Safarzadeh
VP, Head of Investor Relations, Public Relations & Marketing
Bio:
Neda Safarzadeh is a transformative biotech leader with deep expertise across investor relations, public relations, and marketing. She works closely with internal teams to lead investor relations and public relations globally, and marketing strategy to strengthen stakeholder trust and elevate brand visibility worldwide. Since joining the founders at the company’s inception in 2013, she has played a pivotal role in guiding Arcturus’ evolution from an early-stage startup into a recognized publicly traded biotech leader in RNA therapeutics.
Safarzadeh supports investor engagement and competitive intelligence, including upholding financial reporting reviews, and managing earnings scripts, press releases, corporate deck, and investor presentations with precision and compliance. Neda directs digital media —optimizing the corporate website along with associated clinical websites. She oversees AI-driven search strategies, accelerating social media growth, production of high-impact multimedia content, including technology 3D animations, corporate videos, and branding assets.
Her leadership supports major conferences, investor events, bank conferences, and patient advocacy programs, where she oversees the partnerships with industry leaders and advocacy groups. Neda also advances strategic growth through revenue modeling, market analysis, and competitive landscape assessments, while overseeing media relations and securing global coverage in outlets.
Drawing on her expertise in analytics, financial modeling, and collaboration, Neda advances strategic initiatives that position Arcturus’ long-term success.
Partnering closely with executive leadership, Neda has guided successful fundraising initiatives, strengthened stakeholder trust, and built credibility with investors, analysts, and global media. She supports integrated outreach across digital platforms, media relations, brand strategy, earnings cycles, and strategic partnerships.
With a unique blend of scientific expertise and strategic vision, Neda translates complex data into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. Prior to Arcturus, she was a Senior Scientist at Nitto Denko, where she co-invented a U.S. patent for RNA delivery systems. She also serves on the leadership committee for 50/50 Women on Boards, advancing gender diversity in corporate governance.
Neda holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from UC San Diego and continues to drive Arcturus’ global impact through visionary leadership and effective execution.