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Rhode Island Life Science Hub Names

Lilia Holt as Vice President

Lilia Holt, vice president of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub

PROVIDENCE, RI - Lilia Holt has been named vice president of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub (RILSH), Interim President Patrice Milos announced today. Holt, who has served as the vice president of business development for Rhode Island Commerce Corporation for the past three years, played a key role in supporting the initial vision and early growth of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub.


As vice president, Holt will oversee all operational aspects of the Hub, driving its growth and success. Holt will advance business development efforts, identifying new opportunities, and expanding the Hub’s reach through strategic partnerships with government agencies, businesses, and community organizations. Additionally, in collaboration with executive leadership, Holt will monitor the performance of economic development projects, and provide operational and logistical support for RILSH.

 

“I’m honored to step into the role of vice president and continue to build upon the progress we’ve created at the Hub. I look forward to advancing our strategic initiatives and driving the next phase of development for life sciences in Rhode Island,” said Lilia Holt, vice president of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub. 

 

“Lilia has been a tremendous asset to the Hub since its inception and in her new role as vice president, she will continue to drive our mission forward. Her strategic vision and commitment to economic development in Rhode Island will be instrumental as we support the growth of the life sciences sector throughout the state,” said Interim President Patrice Milos. “I look forward to a close partnership with Lilia as we advance our strategic goals for the Hub.”


Holt joins RILSH with a background in financial services and program coordination, with over eight years of experience in client services, marketing and sales. Before working at Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, she was a fixed income marketing associate for Jennison Associates.


Holt holds an MBA from Simmons College and a BA in Sociology and Psychology from Suffolk University. She is a native Rhode Islander and graduate of Classical High School in Providence, RI.

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About the Rhode Island Life Science Hub: The Hub positions the state to deliver on a bold vision of transforming Rhode Island into a globally recognized life science innovation hub by coalescing existing stakeholders, activities, and investments, while building new capabilities. Through an initial three-year, $45 million investment, the Hub will serve as the central and coordinating organization facilitating the development of medical advances and scientific breakthroughs by supporting companies who specialize in life sciences.


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 9, 2024

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