Chito Hernandez, Ph.D.

Biomarin Pharmaceutical

Chito Hernandez is a life science executive and PhD statistician who has led multiple organizations throughout his career. He is currently Group Vice President of Data Science at BioMarin, a world leading biotechnology company focused on rare diseases. In addition, Chito is the Founder and Senior Partner of FocusQ, an executive consulting firm that he established in the San Francisco Bay Area. Before his current roles, Chito held senior leadership positions at Elan Pharmaceuticals and Janssen Alzheimer Immunotherapy R&D. He has also made noteworthy contributions to the development of several drugs, eight of which have received regulatory approvals, with seven of them being the first in their class.

Chito is a mentor and coach who provides guidance and support to a diverse group of executives, helping them cultivate self-awareness and mindfulness in both their personal and professional lives. Through his coaching, he empowers these leaders to create more meaningful and impactful work that aligns with their values and goals.