Director of Local Government Affairs, West, Bristol Myers Squibb
Mitzy De La Peña Medina is a government affairs and public policy leader with more than a decade of experience building partnerships between the public and private sectors. She serves as Director of Local Government Affairs, West at Bristol Myers Squibb, where she leads engagement with local governments, community stakeholders and policymakers across the western United States to advance initiatives that support innovation, economic development, STEM and community well-being.
In addition to her corporate leadership role, Mitzy serves as Chair of the Alameda County Public Health Commission, Co-Chair of the Public Policy Regional Committee for Biocom California, and West Lead for B-NOW (BMS Network of Women), Bristol Myers Squibb’s professional business resource group dedicated to advancing women in leadership and fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
Mitzy has built her career at the intersection of government, the life sciences industry and economic development, forming coalitions and advancing strategic partnerships that deliver meaningful community impact. A Bay Area native and San José State University alumna, she is passionate about public service, civic engagement and developing the next generation of leaders.