Case studies

At Maeve we measure ourselves on impact. The following case studies will give you a sense of what we mean—and can help you achieve.

Helping a Bi-Coastal Biotech Build a Solid Foundation and Scale Team Ahead of First Clinical Trial

A bi-coastal Series A biotech company advancing innovative therapies had to quickly scale its team, requiring the build of foundational HR infrastructure ahead of its first clinical trial. With cutting-edge science at the core of its mission, the company needed to attract top talent – scientists, clinical development experts, and seasoned executives – to ensure…

Assisting a National Nonprofit with a Significant Business Transition

Our client, a national nonprofit, was undergoing a significant business transition. As the organization evolved, leadership recognized the need for enhanced HR processes, policies, and strategies that would support their new operational model while maintaining alignment with their mission-driven approach. To accomplish this our team has provided targeted HR advisory support to facilitate a smooth…

Establishing Scalable HR Infrastructure for a Growing Biotech Startup

In 2022, a newly launched biotech startup needed to establish essential HR infrastructure to support its rapid growth. With groundbreaking scientific ambitions but no formal HR systems in place, the company required foundational policies, scalable business practices, and an effective approach to talent acquisition – most immediately, hiring a scientific team from scratch – to…

3X Growth: Building a Scalable TA Infrastructure to Get a First-in-Class Biologic Developer to the Clinic

A Series B biotech company faced the challenge of rapid organizational growth while advancing two programs toward late preclinical and clinical-stage development. As hiring demands surged across R&D, clinical development, CMC, and G&A, the company needed a scalable people infrastructure to support expansion, navigate key executive transitions, and maintain a strong, mission-driven culture. Over the…

Getting a Next-Gen Biotech Platform from Series A to B on the Strength of Talent & HR Infrastructure

A Series A preclinical biotech company faced the challenge of building and professionalizing its HR function to support rapid growth. As the company advanced its scientific programs, leadership recognized the need for a cohesive talent management strategy, one that would enhance organizational identity, streamline hiring and onboarding, and ensure long-term alignment with company values. Over…