Pietro Presti is the Chief Executive Officer of Sharing Progress in Cancer Care (SPCC), an international non-profit organisation based in Switzerland focused on education and improvement across the cancer care continuum. He is also Vice-President of SPCC Europe Foundation in Poland, Managing Director of Fondazione Edo ed Elvo Tempia in Italy, and founder of Istion Ventures, a life sciences venture company supporting startups. He has extensive experience in strategic management, leadership, and innovation in healthcare and life sciences, with particular expertise in cancer care, public-private partnerships, digital health, and artificial intelligence applications.
Dr. Presti received his PhD in Business and Management from the University of Turin, Italy, following studies in Law, and holds an MBA from the University of Geneva, Switzerland. He serves on boards of international and national organisations in cancer education, innovation, and research, teaches in the Master’s program “General Management of Public Health Authorities” at the University of Turin, and is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences.
The 100 CEOs featured here reflect the diversity and complexity of modern oncology leadership. In 2025, some lead the world’s largest cancer institutions; others guide specialized societies or emerging innovators. What unites them is responsibility: for millions of patients, for the integrity of science, and for the future direction of cancer care globally.
This list is not a celebration of power, but a recognition of stewardship, accountability, and impact – and of the leaders whose choices continue to shape the fight against cancer. For the many deserving individuals not mentioned in this list, we will continue to acknowledge, honor and elevate your voices in our daily publications from across the world.
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