Ms Pecota has previously served as CFO for NuGEN Technologies, a life sciences tools company. Prior to that Ms Pecota served as a financial consultant to early- and mid-stage life sciences companies, developing fundable business models and assessing and improving internal financial preparation and reporting processes.
Ms Pecota holds a bachelor of science in economics from San Jose State University.
Igor Gonda, president and CEO of Aradigm, said: “We are very pleased to have Nancy Pecota joining us as chief financial officer. She brings to Aradigm a strong background and experience in the life sciences industry, with expertise in financial and operational planning and management. We also thank Norman for his contribution over last year and wish him well in his future endeavors.”