At Fred Hutch Cancer Center, Ms. Shekhani drives growth, operation and research strategy, leading major clinical and research expansions that have added hundreds of thousands of square feet to advance cancer care in the Northwest. Her leadership is defined by transformative growth initiatives, including her previous role as vice president of cancer services at the University of Chicago, where she secured board and state approval for Chicago’s first free-standing cancer hospital. With a passion for expanding access to world-class cancer care, she excels at aligning stakeholders behind a unified strategic vision. Known for her ability to simplify complex initiatives and foster consensus, she ensures that institutions move forward collaboratively, even in moments of conflict.
