Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
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Carol A. Skowronski

Carol A. Skowronski

Barrington,IL

Summary

Dedicated biotech leader with history of meeting and exceeding sales goals, coaching for impact and growth, and strategically approaching the business from a high level down to developing tactics for exceptional execution. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Proven sales leader with a passion for coaching, mentoring & developing colleagues and direct reports to help them meet their career goals. Active learner committed to professional development in an effort to continually bring out the best in individual and team performance. Self-starter with a desire to identify needs and create innovative solutions across various brand functions. Consummate team player who actively pursues opportunities to partner with colleagues across sales, training, analytics, market access and marketing in order to improve individual as well as brand performance. Strategist with a desire to identify new and innovative solutions to complicated problems to enhance field force effectiveness and drive business. Committed to compliance and maintaining a patient-focused approach.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Manager/Rotation

Abbvie
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed HCP Segmentation Tool to optimize EPKINLY brand engagement and market penetration to drive adoption
  • Ensured compliance by collaborating with medical, regulatory and legal teams to meet appropriate standards and secure approval for rollout
  • Supported brand team in developing new Response Handler to improve interactions with healthcare professionals, enhancing communication, relationships and brand adoption

Sr. Division Manager/Division Manager

Abbvie/Pharmacyclics
05.2017 - Current
  • Exceptional Leader with 5 Pinnacle/Summit wins 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2015 reflecting sustained excellence in driving sales and operational success
  • Division Manager of the Year 2023 underscoring leadership effectiveness and team performance in exceeding sales targets
  • DM Partner on Project SUNY- integration project to align with Abbvie Ways of Working and further integrate Pharmacyclics into the Abbvie organization
  • Promoted to Senior Division Manager in July 2021
  • Led a high-performing team to surpass sales goals across complex therapeutic areas including Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia, and Mantle Cell Lymphoma and Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
  • Developed and fostered strong cross functional partnerships that streamlined systems, processes and brand strategies, enhancing overall market competitiveness and customer satisfaction
  • Accomplished coach and mentor who empowers team members to learn, develop and perform at a high level in their territory and for the organization

Sr. Hematology Clinical Account Specialist/HCAS

Pharmacyclics
07.2013 - 05.2017
  • Promoted to Senior Hematology Clinical Account Specialist in June 2016, recognized for consistently exceeding sales targets and fostering high-performance teams.
  • Played pivotal role in coaching and mentoring new hires, designing and delivering training workshops that enhanced team capabilities and ensured alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Collaborated closely with field sales teams, equipping them with essential tools and resources to effectively drive business growth and enhance customer engagement
  • Implemented innovative strategies that contributed to achieving or surpassing sales goals across multiple therapeutic areas, including Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia, and Mantle Cell Lymphoma.
  • Hired to inaugural team for launch of first in class BTK inhibitor for CLL, Mantle Cell Lymphoma and Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia

Territory Manager

Genentech
09.2007 - 06.2013
  • Achieved consistent recognition as a top sales performer, delivering sustained results through strategic initiatives.
  • Led the development and execution of comprehensive brand strategies that significantly enhanced market penetration and team morale.
  • Influenced incentive compensation structures and collaborated closely with product teams to drive strategic business outcomes.
  • Championed cross-functional collaborations within the business unit, optimizing synergy and operational efficiency.
  • Established and directed the creation of innovative tools and awards, fostering a culture of excellence and celebrating outstanding performance.

Education

Elevate Leadership Development- Class of 2024
12.2024

Building Bridges
2022

Inclusive Recruitment
2022

GROW Coaching
2018

Insights Discovery
2018

DiSC Personality
2015

BBA - Marketing

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.1988

Accomplishments

  • Therapeutic Area Award- Imbruvica AI Trigger rollout: October 2024
  • Pinnacle/Summit Award: 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2015
  • Division Manager of the Year 2023
  • DM Partnership Award: 2020
  • Pulse of the Division: 2017
  • Sales Consistency: 2009
  • Sales Excellence: 2008, 2007, 2006, 2003, 1998
  • Essence of the Division: 2011, 2006
  • Director's Cup: 2008, 2006
  • Team Rituxan Award: 2008, 2007, 2006
  • Collaboration Award: 2008

Additional Information

Change Management

  • Successfully led and motivated teams through organizational change and process improvement initiatives aligning to positive impact for the team and organization- Veeva Integration, CAM Process, AMI Rollout

Business Acumen

  • Deep understanding across various markets, geographies and franchises
  • Utilizes strong quantitative and qualitative analysis for informed business decision-making- STAR Core Team Lead
  • Excels at understanding brand strategy to drive sales and pulling it through at regional and divisional levels
  • Skilled communicator able to challenge status quo and enhance organizational success

Servant Leadership

  • Leading/Coaching/Building Teams
  • Prioritize growth, well-being and empowerment of employees while driving toward organizational goals
  • Develop individuals based on their goals and align to build a strong "Abbvie Bench"
  • Regulate pace and capacity to align with peers and direct reports to optimize collaboration, partnership and development

Timeline

Marketing Manager/Rotation

Abbvie
01.2024 - 07.2024

Sr. Division Manager/Division Manager

Abbvie/Pharmacyclics
05.2017 - Current

Sr. Hematology Clinical Account Specialist/HCAS

Pharmacyclics
07.2013 - 05.2017

Territory Manager

Genentech
09.2007 - 06.2013

Elevate Leadership Development- Class of 2024

Building Bridges

Inclusive Recruitment

GROW Coaching

Insights Discovery

DiSC Personality

BBA - Marketing

University of Iowa
Carol A. Skowronski