Aleksey Krylov, Strategic CFO for Startups
Aleksey Krylov is a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for startups. He has a lot of experience in the life sciences and medical technology space, and has worked with companies from consumer, clean energy, industrials and other sectors. With a background in venture investing and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), his track record includes over 70 successful fundraising and M&A transactions, which showcase his ability to navigate diverse strategic opportunities for companies he works with.
As the CFO of CytoImmune Therapeutics, Aleksey spearheaded a transformative period, securing over $100 million in funding and overseeing the expansion of the workforce from five to over 60 employees. Furthermore, he played a pivotal role in building a cutting-edge commercial-scale cell and biologics manufacturing facility.
Previously, as CFO of DIH International, Aleksey materially contributed to the Swiss-Chinese medical equipment manufacturer in its NASDAQ IPO preparedness, driving strategic initiatives to optimize growth and maximize shareholder value.
Aleksey's accomplishments extend to his role as CFO of SELLAS Life Sciences, where he orchestrated a successful reverse merger with a subsequent listing of SELLAS on NASDAQ.
Before his stints as a healthcare CFO, Aleksey spent 12 years as a family office investment professional. He oversaw principal and control investments exceeding $500 million across diverse industries, including life sciences, medical technologies, healthcare IT, and consumer products. He started his career as an equity capital markets banker with Cowen's healthcare practice.
Aleksey holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Babson College. His ability to blend financial acumen, deal-making expertise, and operational leadership makes him an invaluable asset to startup organizations, driving transformative growth and financial performance.
