Our mission
We aim to be manufacturers’ consultants of choice by shaping the compliance industry and providing the most effective compliance process.
Our vision
We create compliance for safer markets.
Our values
Entrepreneurship
We showcase leadership in sustainable EU compliance and safety. With an owner mentality, we seize opportunities, embrace responsibility, and respond quickly to change, gaining a competitive edge for ourselves and our clients.
Professionalism
We pride ourselves on delivering on our promises and going the extra mile, adding value beyond standard expectations. Our adherence to procedures ensures we can shape our future.
Learning
We continuously deepen our business knowledge, listen to each other and our clients, and share and apply lessons from successes and failures.
Accountability
Our team inspires trust by matching actions with words and taking responsibility. We collaborate with courage, integrity, vision, and a positive attitude to inspire and motivate others.
Diversity
Obelis values diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, fostering an inclusive environment that helps our teams grow as professionals and leaders.
Personal integrity
Integrity, honesty, and accountability are fundamental to our business. Trustworthiness and responsibility are core to who we are.
Our Founder
Gideon Elkayam founded Obelis in 1988 with a clear vision: creating compliance for safer markets. Today, he leads Obelis Group as a global regulatory and market access partner supporting manufacturers across life sciences, medical devices, cosmetics, and regulated consumer products.
Known for governance-driven leadership and a practical, multi-market approach to regulatory strategy, Gideon has helped shape best practices in compliance through decades of work with international clients and industry stakeholders. He also serves as Chairperson of the European Responsible Person Association (ERPA) and as Treasurer and Board Member of the European Association of Authorized Representatives (EAAR).
Board Members
CEO and Founder of Obelis Group, with deep regulatory and market-access expertise and a strong commitment to helping companies bring compliant products to market efficiently.
Gideon Elkayam
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operations Officer at Obelis for over 10 years, with strong legal and regulatory expertise and a passion for delivering tailored compliance solutions.
Doram Elkayam
Chief Operations Officer
Chief Compliance Officer and Public Affairs Director with 20+ years of experience, specialized in the roles of Responsible Person and Authorised Representative.
Sandra Ferretti
Chief Compliance Officer | Public Affairs Director
Board Member at Obelis USA with 35+ years in Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs.
Geoff Waby
Board Member (USA)
Board Member and Manager of Obelis Swiss, expert in Life Sciences with a focus on regulatory solutions aligned with healthcare strategies and business goals.
Eric Klasen
Board Member (CH)
Our Corporate Governance Committee
Jean-Marie Vlassembrouck
Chair of the Implementation Sub-Working Committee
Leen Vermeersch
Chair of the Financial and Profitability Sub-Working Committee
Kris Jamar
Chair of the IT Sub-Working Committee
Wilco Bothof
Chair of Commercial Excellence Sub-Working Committee
Our Team
Sales Manager with 13+ years of experience helping companies solve complex challenges through simple, effective solutions.
Shikha Malhotra
Sales Senior Manager
Marketing & Growth Manager with 16+ years of experience in international business and strategic marketing.
Karima Benkhallouq
Marketing & Growth Senior Manager
As Customer Relations Manager, Mathias has been ensuring seamless communication between clients and the Obelis Regulatory Team since 2012.
Mathias Acciai
Customer Relations Senior Manager
Regulatory Affairs Manager with deep expertise in RA/QA, ISO standards, and EU compliance for medical devices, IVDs, cosmetics, and machinery.
Davide Turchi
Regulatory Affairs Senior Manager
Manager of the VIP and Legal Departments; Regulatory Affairs expert in Medical Devices and Cosmetics.
Martina Quitadamo
Legal Department and VIP Senior Manager
Quality Management Manager with a background in communication, management, and hands-on regulatory experience.
Luminita Pascanu
Quality Management Manager
Internationally trained law graduate and regulatory specialist, dedicated to guiding teams and clients through complex compliance landscapes, from launch to post-market.
Laura Menozzi
Global RA Specialist and RII Deputy Manager
IT Manager with over 20 years of international experience in Information Technology systems and infrastructure.
Mattia Ragnoli
IT Senior Manager
