I am a versatile and energetic global pharmaceutical development and commercialization leader with a passion for transforming science into innovative new medicines for patients. I have a strong scientific background (PhD in neuroscience) with the ability to bridge basic/clinical science and commercial strategy and a proven record of accomplishment in product development and commercialization, in-line brand marketing execution and portfolio value maximization. My leadership experience includes:· Wide-ranging industry leadership across key strategic functions including global franchise leadership, regional sales and marketing with full P&L responsibility, commercial development, research and development, business development, and medical affairs· Success in leading large, cross-functional, enterprise-wide teams to drive execution of global clinical development and commercialization plans · Success in maximizing global value by collaborating with regional and country-level leadership to harmonize global clinical, regulatory, medical and commercial execution while tailoring plans to meet specific regional/country needs· Success in developing and launching drugs in multiple therapeutic areas, including neurological, metabolic (obesity, diabetes), and cardiovascular diseases