About Arctava
Arctava’s Strong Foundation
Arctava is a Canadian Contract Biopharmaceutical Organization founded by leading experts in the pharmaceutical industry, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to you.
Our Team
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Melanie Milburn
CEO | BOARD DIRECTOR | LEADER & MENTOR
With over 25 years of experience in the Canadian pharmaceutical industry, I have held roles at many companies including Sanofi and Pfizer and, most recently, I served as Canadian General Manager at Elvium Life Sciences/Purdue Pharma Canada. Currently, I am the CEO of Arctava and serve on the Board of Directors at Oak Valley Health and at Nucleus Independent Living. I am a passionate advocate for innovation, collaboration, and patient-centered care, recognized for building high-performing teams, mentoring future leaders, and driving meaningful impact across the healthcare system.
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Christian Roy
LIFE SCIENCES EXECUTIVE AND ENTREPRENEUR I TRUSTED ADVISOR - BOARD MEMBER
With 30 years of experience in healthcare, working with both large multinational corporations and as an entrepreneur, I now serve as a consultant for businesses in the healthcare sector and various other industries. I hold the positions of co-chair and senior advisor at BridgeBright Inc. and serve as an Independent Director and member of the Compliance & Compensation Committee on the Board of HLS Therapeutics. Additionally, I am a Director of the Operating Board of the Montreal Institute of Palliative Care and a Director of the Foundation Board of John Abbott College.
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Jodan Ratz, PhD
STRATEGIC MEDICAL AFFAIRS LEADER | REGULATORY STRATEGY | CLINICAL RESEARCH | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
With over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and clinical research, I bring deep leadership experience across medical strategy, regulatory affairs, clinical trials, and complex healthcare decision-making, with a strong track record of helping organizations navigate pivotal moments where scientific rigor, regulatory judgment, and strategic clarity must come together. Let me provide your team with senior-led support when facing high-stakes decisions in rapidly evolving environments. An integrated medical, regulatory, and commercial approach that is practical, decisive, and execution-focused will allow you to move faster, manage risk, and make better-informed decisions.
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Ryan Brown
COMMERCIAL LEADER | GROWTH DRIVER ACROSS Rx and CONSUMER HEALTH | EXPERT IN BRAND STRATEGY
With over 20 years of experience in both the Canadian and US pharmaceutical industry, I bring extensive experience across biopharmaceutical and consumer health commercial management, paired with a strong background in consulting services. My depth of expertise includes brand strategy, commercialization, and translating insight into clear, actionable plans that drive growth. I have worked across complex portfolios and therapeutic areas, helping teams sharpen strategy and execute with confidence. I welcome opportunities to collaborate with your team to simplify complexity, refine strategy, and turn bold ideas into action.
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Arctava is your Contract Biopharmaceutical Organization with all of the solutions you need to bring your product to market in Canada.
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