I bring an invaluable combination of strategic business leadership and corporate/commercial legal counsel to help global organizations grow their revenues, protect their assets and IP, and achieve the most aggressive objectives.AS A STRATEGIC LEADER & GROWTH ARCHITECT:• Strategized the growth of a global pharmaceutical portfolio• Experienced across virtually all facets of the business – strategy, commercial sales, portfolio management, product mix, manufacturing, quality, governance, budgeting/forecasting, etc.• 2X recipient of the Global Apotex Award for exceptional performanceAS A SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL & IP-PATENT LAWYER:• Managed enterprise legal matters for one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical giants, Apotex• Mitigated risk and managed IP and antitrust cases in Canada, US, Europe and Australia• Experience across commercial litigation, IP, antitrust, licensing, compliance, employment law, enterprise risk management, M&A, etc.I have re-strategized and transformed operations to be leaner and efficient, and is able to provide a deeper insight into the business that addresses BOTH commercial and legal implications.As a leader of people, I am known for building harmonious teams, maximizing individual performance, and creating working cultures that are fun to work in and achieve great things. I am also an outstanding speaker, negotiator and bridge builder.When not driving business results, I am committed to helping within the community, where I am currently a fundraising leader with the Humber River Hospital Foundation, have raced a half-marathon, and have twice completed the Ride to Conquer Cancer supporting the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation.CONTACT ME:Rshapiro79@hotmail.com