Janie Young Davis serves as the Director of Global Patient Advocacy at Agios Pharmaceuticals, bringing more than 25 years of distinguished experience as a pharmaceutical executive. Throughout her career, Janie has held a variety of pivotal roles within leading biotechnology companies, where she directed commercialization initiatives and consulting projects for life science organizations focused on rare and ultra-rare diseases.
Janie’s expertise spans patient advocacy, brand strategy, and tactical execution, new product launches, lifecycle management, and the nuanced engagement of both healthcare professionals and patient audiences. A passionate advocate, Janie is deeply committed to empowering patient communities through advocacy and the transformative power of shared stories. Her dedication is both professional and personal: with family members affected by rare diseases, Janie has an authentic connection to patient communities, which fuels her commitment to their causes. Over the past four years at Agios, she has worked in partnership with patient communities worldwide, continually engaging to better understand their challenges, obstacles, and achievements on a global scale. Janie holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Purdue University, equipping her with a robust foundation to lead, innovate, and advocate within the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.
