Tagged with LatAm

Mexico Stendhal Pharma operates with an “unlimited pipeline” approach by forming strategic alliances with global pharmaceutical companies that lack a presence in Latin America. Rodrigo Ruiz Mingramm explains how, as companies reconsider their direct presence in Latin America due to political and socio-economic uncertainties, Stendhal’s model is becoming more appealing, and…

Mexico The Swiss Chamber in Mexico (SwissCham) represents Swiss companies operating in Mexico, a country that has become Switzerland’s top commercial partner in Latin America. Executive Director Emilia Pfeiffer outlines the role of SwissCham, the robust presence of the Swiss healthcare and life sciences companies in the country, the Chamber’s advocacy…

Mexico The Mexican Association of Pharmaceutical Research Industries (AMIIF) represents more than 60 of the country’s research-based pharmaceutical companies. Executive director Larry Rubin, who took on the association’s leadership six months ago, outlines his priorities, such as building public awareness and stronger relationships with the government. He also weighs in on…

Mexico Gilead’s Mexican affiliate is its largest in the LatAm region, and one that has had an impressive impact as 85 percent of those living with HIV in the country are treated with the company’s therapies. With just seven months behind him as GM, Arturo de la Rosa explains what is…

Mexico Vincenzo D’Elia discusses the creation of Alfasigma’s Mexican affiliate – now solidly established after 14 years – and the company’s local strategy and market approach. He emphasizes the importance of understanding market dynamics for localized portfolio selection, highlights the company’s decision not to engage in government contracts, and comments on…

Mexico Mexico has become a major player in global manufacturing, attracting companies looking to bring supply chains closer to North American markets, but home-grown pharma companies are also capitalizing on the country’s manufacturing muscle, increasing capabilities while betting on quality and aiming for international markets. Recent PharmaBoardroom interviewees share their insights.…

Mexico Wiener Lab is a leader in diagnostics, with a strong focus on clinical chemistry, immunology, coagulation, and molecular biology. As Héctor Barillas Soto explains, the company has a significant presence in Mexico and Latin America and specializes in providing advanced diagnostic solutions for both small and large laboratories. Barillas Soto…

Mexico Adium Mexico, recently rebranded to reflect the identity of the broader Adium Group, represents no less than 25 percent of the LatAm group’s sales. General Director José Miguel Fonken Quiroga shares the affiliate’s number one status, stellar growth, vast portfolio, and plans to expand into OTC and vaccines. Fonkel also…

Mexico Johannes Hauser, managing director of the German-Mexican Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Mexico, or CAMEXA locally), shares the chamber’s functions, which include representing the German private sector in Mexico, with a predominance in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. In addition, he weighs in on the evolution of German…

Mexico Dr Germán Fajardo currently serves as Director General of Health Services at leading Mexican university UNAM, having previously been director of its Faculty of Medicine. In conversation Dr Fajardo emphasises the vital importance of providing medical students with a holistic education that includes technical, scientific, and human aspects; highlights some…

Mexico Gisela Ayala outlines the Mexican Diabetes Federation’s focus on educating people with diabetes, healthcare providers, and the general public to dispel myths and improve diabetes management. She highlights the significant progress in diabetes management technology as well as the challenges of ensuring equitable access to these innovations, and her priorities…

Mexico Present in Mexico for over 50 years, the medical device firm Medtronic boasts a large manufacturing footprint in the country. VP for North and Latin America and president of the National Trade Association for Medical Technology Innovations (AMID) Hector Orellana discusses the spectacular growth of Mexico’s manufacturing sector; the legislative…