Speaker profile

Sara Munafo

Consultant
Arcondis

Sara is a dynamic Pharma & Life Sciences Consultant at Arcondis, where she specializes in Lab
Digitalization. In her current role, she leads high-impact projects aimed at optimizing laboratory
environments through digital transformation. Most notably, she is spearheading a major project
for Roche, managing the successful IT move into their new R&D Center. Sara’s leadership has
been crucial in coordinating the external workforce responsible for the physical relocation, while
also overseeing the deployment of cutting-edge Lab IT infrastructure and the digitalization of
lab operations.
Before joining Arcondis, Sara gained extensive experience as Laboratory & Facility Manager,
where she honed her skills in lab operations, resource management, and process optimization.
She also has a strong background in scientific research, having worked as a Researcher in the
cultivated meat industry for 3 years across The Netherland and Switzerland, contributing to
innovative solutions in this emerging field.
Sara holds a Master’s degree in Materials Engineering from Scuola Normale Superiore and a
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the Università di Pisa. Her diverse academic and
professional background allows her to bridge the gap between science and technology,
delivering tailored solutions that drive efficiency and innovation in pharmaceutical and life
sciences organizations.

Agenda sessions

Day 1 | October 1, 2024
11:55 (CEST)
The Roche Innovation Centre – Creating a Hub of Scientific Innovation and Collaboration Where Cutting Edge Research is Done
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12:25 (CEST)
Panel Discussion and Q&A
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