Paula Casalino (She/Her)

P.Eng., Vice President Operations – Canada

IPS-Integrated Project Services

Ms. Casalino has over 30 years of experience in the life sciences industry in various leadership roles, most recently as the North American Head of Engineering for the world’s leading vaccine manufacturer and one of Canada’s leading pharmaceutical companies. Paula established IPS’ Canadian operations in 2017, including but not limited to recruiting high performing team, business development (marketing and sales), and project delivery. Her skills include strategic capital project execution, starting with strong front-end loading development through to startup (including design, construction, CQV, team development and training, and ramp-up to commercial production and licensure). She has achieved best-in-class results in capital project management, operations, facilities management, health, safety and environment, quality management, and process/technical transfer by using innovative and creative approaches to build and influence high-performing teams