In a world driven by rapid innovation and the pursuit of global health equity, Maria Andreasen stands as a shining example of visionary leadership. As the Chief Strategy Officer at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, Maria not only playing a key role in shaping the company’s global strategy but has also championed inclusive leadership and transformative strategies in the biotech sector.
With over a decade of experience in leading complex strategic transformations, Maria’s journey is a testament to dedication, passion, and purpose. Her expertise extends far beyond technical excellence; what truly sets her apart is her unwavering commitment to translating her knowledge of psychology into leadership that ultimately enables people to deliver better and stronger together.
Under her strategic leadership, FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, along with its sister life sciences companies, have launched its acclaimed Partners for Life branding initiative, showcasing the organization’s fully integrated, end-to-end solutions across the drug development lifecycle—from research and discovery to clinical and commercial manufacturing. Maria’s influence has fostered a culture grounded in collaboration, integrity, and bold thinking, one that empowers emerging talent and supports the next generation of leaders in STEM.
Receiving the Business Woman of the Year 2025 award is not just a reflection of Maria’s outstanding leadership, it is recognition of her deeply human approach to corporate growth and innovation, which is rooted in her psychology background. Her mission is to transform organizations through bold decision-making and unleashing the talent within teams.
Her efforts have significantly advanced global health through pioneering work in driving strategy for FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, a leading biopharma manufacturing organization that is supporting its partners in addressing some of the most complex challenges in modern medicine. The Partners for Life strategy leads FUJIFILM Biotechnologies to transform the industry through its kojoX platform, ensuring flexible supply chain across Europe, USA and Japan – ultimately serving the goal of reaching more patients in need with stable and secure medicine pipelines.
What makes Maria’s leadership especially relevant today is her balance of resilience and compassion. In an era still shaped by healthcare crises and shifting global priorities, she leads with patient-first and people-centric principles, ethical responsibility, and a clear focus on long-term sustainability.
As industries across the globe strive to innovate and evolve, Maria Andreasen sets a powerful example, cutting through complexity with clarity, courage, and purpose. Her legacy is reflected not only in business metrics but in the lives she touches, the future leaders she inspires, and the culture of excellence she continues to build.
It is with great honor that CIOThink Magazine names Maria Andreasen the Business Woman of the Year 2025, a title earned by merit, fueled by purpose, and celebrated by an entire industry.
