Associate Director, Patient Partnerships
Astellas Pharma
D’Anna Holmes is a mission-driven senior leader in patient advocacy with over 15 years of experience advancing data-driven, evidence-based strategies to elevate the patient voice across healthcare and life sciences. Her passion for patient engagement was born from her personal journey as a caregiver to her son, a Stage 3 liver cancer survivor — an experience that inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to transforming lives through more compassionate, inclusive, and effective care.
Currently serving as the Associate Director of Patient Partnerships at Astellas Pharma US, D’Anna leads global patient engagement efforts, directs multi-million-dollar resource allocations, and drives initiatives that amplify underserved voices in clinical research and care delivery. Her career includes impactful roles at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Health, and SONIFI Health Solutions, where she has consistently championed patient-centered innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and measurable outcomes. A sought-after advisor and speaker, D’Anna brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, health equity, and social impact to every initiative she leads.