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James Bianco
President at
KINETA, INC.
Net worth: 5 M $ as of 2026-05-30
Profile
James A. Bianco was the founder of CTI BioPharma Corp., founded in 1991, where the title held was Director in 2016.
Dr. Bianco is the founder of TuHURA Biosciences, Inc., founded in 2023, holding the titles of President, Chief Executive Officer & Director starting in 2024.
Current jobs include Non-Executive Chairman at Aequus BioPharma, Inc.; Director at Nakea, Inc., ArtsFund, The Leukaemia Foundation, Friends of José Carreras International Leukemia Foundation, Fred Hutchinson Business Alliance, Seattle Police Foundation, Seattle Symphony Orchestra, and Seattle Symphony Foundation; President & Director at TuHURA Biopharma, Inc.; and President at Kineta, Inc. starting in 2025.
Former jobs include Director-Bone Marrow Transplant Program at Veterans Administration Medical Center from 1990 to 1992; Director at Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer; Assistant Professor at the University of Washington; and Assistant Member-Clinical Research Division at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Education includes undergraduate degree from New York University and doctorate from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3.41% | 2026-05-27 | 2,173,307 ( 3.41% ) | 5 M $ | 2026-05-30 |
James Bianco active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| KINETA, INC. | President | 2025-06-29 |
TuHURA Biopharma, Inc.
 TuHURA Biopharma, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Operates as a biotechnology company which develops immunotherapy treatments for cancer | President | - |
Seattle Symphony Foundation
 Seattle Symphony Foundation Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services The Seattle Symphony Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to sustaining and enriching the musical and cultural life of the community. The non-profit company is based in Seattle, WA. It offers opportunities for community engagement through volunteer programs and education initiatives such as "Simple Gifts" and youth-focused ticketing options like "Youth Tickets," "Teen Tix," and the "MySymphony" program, which provides discounted tickets to young adults aged 21 to 39. The foundation encourages donor support through various giving options and recognizes contributions in concert programs and online, with donors able to access a personalized portal to view giving levels and redeem benefits. A major initiative, the $20 million "Amplify" capital campaign, aims to enhance Benaroya Hall by upgrading public spaces, adding amenities, and creating a flexible community room to support downtown revitalization. The foundation shares impact reports and newsletters to highlight its activities and donor contributions. | Director/Board Member | - |
Seattle Symphony Orchestra
 Seattle Symphony Orchestra Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Provides music entertainment | Director/Board Member | - |
Nakea, Inc. | Director/Board Member | 2010-10-27 |
The Leukaemia Foundation | Director/Board Member | 2010-08-17 |
Aequus BioPharma, Inc.
 Aequus BioPharma, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Develops and markets biotherapeutics based on the proprietary genetic polymer technology | Chairman | 2009-09-16 |
Seattle Police Foundation
 Seattle Police Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Functions as a foundation or endowment | Director/Board Member | - |
ArtsFund
 ArtsFund Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which supports arts through advocacy and grant making | Director/Board Member | - |
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Training of James Bianco
Experiences
Positions held
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
64
1st degree connections
18
1st degree companies
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Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 18 |
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CTI BioPharma Corp.
 CTI BioPharma Corp. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Engages in acquisition, development and commercialization of novel targeted therapies for blood-related cancers | Health Technology |
Nakea, Inc. | |
University of Washington
 University of Washington Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
New York University
 New York University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
 Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Veterans Administration Medical Center
 Veterans Administration Medical Center Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Provides healthcare services | Health Services |
ArtsFund
ArtsFund Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which supports arts through advocacy and grant making | Commercial Services |
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
 Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides research and testing services | Commercial Services |
The Leukaemia Foundation | |
Friends of José Carreras International Leukemia Foundation | |
Fred Hutchinson Business Alliance | |
Seattle Police Foundation
Seattle Police Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Functions as a foundation or endowment | Miscellaneous |
Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer
 Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides funds for ovarian cancer researchers | Commercial Services |
Aequus BioPharma, Inc.
Aequus BioPharma, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Develops and markets biotherapeutics based on the proprietary genetic polymer technology | Health Services |
Seattle Symphony Orchestra
Seattle Symphony Orchestra Movies/EntertainmentConsumer Services Provides music entertainment | Consumer Services |
Seattle Symphony Foundation
Seattle Symphony Foundation Media ConglomeratesConsumer Services The Seattle Symphony Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to sustaining and enriching the musical and cultural life of the community. The non-profit company is based in Seattle, WA. It offers opportunities for community engagement through volunteer programs and education initiatives such as "Simple Gifts" and youth-focused ticketing options like "Youth Tickets," "Teen Tix," and the "MySymphony" program, which provides discounted tickets to young adults aged 21 to 39. The foundation encourages donor support through various giving options and recognizes contributions in concert programs and online, with donors able to access a personalized portal to view giving levels and redeem benefits. A major initiative, the $20 million "Amplify" capital campaign, aims to enhance Benaroya Hall by upgrading public spaces, adding amenities, and creating a flexible community room to support downtown revitalization. The foundation shares impact reports and newsletters to highlight its activities and donor contributions. | Consumer Services |
TuHURA Biopharma, Inc.
TuHURA Biopharma, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Operates as a biotechnology company which develops immunotherapy treatments for cancer | Health Technology |
Kineta, Inc.
 Kineta, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Develops pharmaceuticals | Health Technology |
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