LONDON, LOS ANGELES, and NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Catalyst Advisors LP, the partner-led executive and board recruitment firm specializing in biotech, biopharma and life sciences, today announced the appointments of a new Partner and an Associate Director. These appointments underscore the firm’s continued investment in leadership depth and its expanding global advisory platform.
Catalyst Advisors has appointed Riko Arends as Partner, based in London. The firm has also welcomed Manon Fuller as Associate Director, based in Los Angeles.
Commenting on the appointments, Arnaldo De Lisio, Managing Partner, said:
“These appointments reflect the strength of our culture and our long-term commitment to building a truly partner-led firm. Riko and Manon each embody the values, ambition, and collaborative mindset that define Catalyst Advisors. We are proud of what this group represents for our clients and excited about the leadership depth we are building for the years ahead.”
New Partner Appointment
Riko Arends, Partner (London)
Riko Arends brings over a decade of experience managing complex international executive recruitment assignments across Europe, the U.S., and Asia. He has supported clients through cross-border leadership builds, organizational transformation, and global scale-up initiatives. Based in London, Riko strengthens Catalyst Advisors’ European platform with deep cross-cultural insight and a strong C-suite recruitment track record.
Riko holds JD and LLM degrees in Civil and Corporate Law from the University of Groningen.
Associate Director Appointment
Manon Fuller, Associate Director (Los Angeles)
Manon Fuller joins Catalyst Advisors as Associate Director, adding depth to the firm’s West Coast team. She is recognized for her professionalism, execution excellence, results-driven mindset, and brings energy and ambition aligned with Catalyst Advisors’ collaborative, advisory-led culture.
Manon holds a B.A. in Media Studies and Mass Communications from the University of Virginia and an M.S. in Sports Industry Management from Georgetown University.
About Catalyst Advisors LP
Catalyst Advisors is a global executive recruiting firm singularly focused on connecting visionary leaders with life sciences organizations at all stages of growth. The firm’s partner-led, non-hierarchical model combines deep sector expertise with a white-glove, advisory approach to building transformational executive teams and boardrooms. For more information, visit: www.catalystadvisorslp.com.