Empowering Leaders,

Transforming Organizations.

We help you work smarter.

Hunkapiller & O’Neil Advisors is a business that offers leadership programs, executive coaching, and strategic consulting, primarily focused in the areas of biotech and healthcare. We work with private individuals, groups or functions within a company, or with entire organizations. Business engagements will take the form of individual coaching, group coursework, and strategic and executive consulting.

Our Services

Our comprehensive programs address the multifaceted demands of modern leadership. Through individual assessments and interactive group coursework, participants gain invaluable self-awareness and practical skills in areas like change management, conflict resolution, negotiation, and talent development. We emphasize learning from real-world scenarios and peer insights, fostering a supportive community of practice. For personalized growth, our 1:1 coaching provides a dedicated space for individuals to reflect, set goals, and accelerate their leadership journey. Furthermore, our expert facilitation guides teams and departments through organizational shifts, ensuring smoother transitions and providing a solid foundation for new leaders to thrive.

Our Founders

Julie Hunkapiller, PhD. and Ed O’Neil, PhD have over fifty years of experience in providing leadership and organizational development resources for the biopharma and biomedical communities. The work began with Ed’s tenure at UCSF and his Center for the Health Professions, continued for the past fifteen years with O’Neil & Associates and has recently been offered through Hunkapiller & O’Neil Advisors. Julie brings over ten years of scientific and leadership experience in biotech having led large cross functional teams and programs across research, development, and informatics. Together they bring deep expertise in science and scientific organizations. Hunkapiller & O’Neil Advisors can provide multiple types of services as well as customized programs. Please see below for what we offer.

Get In Touch

We're here to help you cultivate impactful leadership within your scientific organization. Whether you're interested in learning more about our individual coaching programs, leadership development workshops, or facilitation services, we're ready to connect. Reach out to us to discuss your specific needs and discover how we can empower your leaders and drive your organization's success. We look forward to hearing from you!

The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team.
— Phil Jackson