Tagged with Strategy

Switzerland Michael Kubischik shares his career journey and Sanofi’s strategic focus in Switzerland. He highlights Sanofi’s dedication to become the world´s leading immunology company, supported by initiatives like AI integration and efficient regulatory processes to improve patient access, as well as the benefits of working for a company with such a…

Mexico Emily Morris, head of Sanofi in Latin America discusses the company’s transformative journey under the 2019-initated ‘Play to Win’ strategy. With an emphasis on optimizing their portfolio and prioritizing immunoscience, she highlights Sanofi’s commitment to leveraging AI to enhance patient access to innovative therapies. Morris also delves into the importance…

Mexico Monica Palomanes, General Manager of Roche Mexico, discusses her journey within the company and the shift from traditional sales to a collaborative approach with Patient Journey Partners. She addresses challenges in access and diagnosis within Mexico’s fragmented healthcare system, while recognising the country’s potential for clinical research due to the…

Switzerland Georg Pirmin Meyer, SVP and Head of International at Blueprint Medicines, shares insights into the company’s journey from a promising startup to a fast-scaling biotech leader focused on allergy/inflammation and haematology/oncology. Meyer discusses Blueprint’s innovative approach to international expansion, patient-centric strategy, and ambitious plans for growth in new markets. He…

Switzerland David Veitch, the CEO of Basilea Pharmaceutica, shares his insights into the company’s strategic vision to become a global leader in the antifungal and antibacterial space. Veitch discusses the unique challenges faced by companies navigating the anti-infectives space, the importance of public funding from partnerships with governmental organizations like BARDA,…

Switzerland David Traub, General Manager of Novartis in its home country of Switzerland, reflects on his journey to Novartis, emphasizing the need for innovation in Swiss healthcare. He discusses challenges in access to innovative medicines and the importance of healthcare digitalization, calling for bold reforms. Traub aims to collaborate with stakeholders…

Switzerland Dr Daniel Roth outlines his long-standing career with Menarini Group, its strategic evolution in Switzerland, and the broader challenges facing the healthcare industry. Dr Roth emphasizes the importance of building strong teams, the role of entrepreneurial freedom in shaping local strategies, and Switzerland’s unique position in the global healthcare landscape.…

Mexico Carlos Escobar highlights his extensive career journey at Baxter/Vantive, emphasizing the company’s commitment to enhancing patient care through innovative technologies in Mexico and Latin America. He discusses the shift towards multi-organ support, the importance of digitalization in healthcare, and the need for a strong organizational culture to drive value.  …

Mexico Nicolas Linares of Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Mexico highlights the company’s commitment to developing innovative treatments for rare and ultra-rare diseases. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration with healthcare systems and the need for a focused approach to address the unique challenges faced by patients in Mexico.   By fostering collaboration among…

Switzerland Florian Schick of Merck Switzerland reflects on his career journey and the unique challenges and opportunities within the Swiss healthcare landscape. He highlights Merck’s commitment to innovation the importance of collaboration to drive positive change in the industry and what’s needed to tackle infertility in Switzerland.   Switzerland has all…

Saudi Arabia Ashraf Daoud lays out how AbbVie is fully aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, focusing on innovation, partnerships with governmental bodies, and local talent development to drive healthcare transformation. He explains why the establishment of AbbVie’s regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia highlights the country’s importance in the Middle East, aiming…

Mexico Organon’s recently-appointed LAMEX Cluster Head Julio Conejero lays out how Organon is committed to improving women’s health and addressing unmet needs through its portfolio. This mission aligns with the rise of female leadership in Latin America and the broader movement towards women’s empowerment. Now based in Mexico – which accounts…