Experienced investment professional, independent board member, and strategic advisor with over 20 years of leadership in venture capital, seed-stage investment and financing, private equity and public asset management. She specializes in life sciences and healthcare, with a strong track record in strategic planning, fundraising, and guiding early-stage innovations. Brings deep expertise in corporate governance, and cross-functional advisory across scientific innovation and commercialization.

Leysan graduated from the Kazan Medical State University in pediatrics and pediatric surgery. She also holds an MBA from The Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration in innovation and technology management.