Proven sales specialist delivering impactful product launches and enhancing customer engagement. Expertise in market analysis and key account management drives measurable results in Cardiometabolic sales.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Cardiometabolic Sales Specialist
Novo Nordisk
Lincoln, Nebraska
01.2024 - Current
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance the Semaglutide launch for Cardiology and Nephrology targets to execute brand strategy and launch objective.
Built strong relationships with key accounts, developed KOLs in Cardiology and Nephrology, identified local Speakers, executed Speaker programs, and built brand loyalty through regular visits and follow-ups.
Educated customers on Semaglutide features and technical details, effectively demonstrating benefits and driving product adoption.
Analyzed market trends to inform sales tactics and improve client engagement.
Researched competitors, economics and other key facets to better understand current market trends.
Collaborated in team meetings with Medical and Key Account Managers to align on objectives, identify access barriers and track progress, ensuring accountability within the team.
Recognized as District Key Account Manager Champion for 2017-2018.
Senior Hospital Cardiovascular Specialist
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
Lincoln, Nebraska
04.2014 - 12.2023
Generate immediate impact with Key Thought Leaders to execute launch and be awarded Circle of Excellence Territory
Develop and execute a business plan aligned to brand strategy for ACS patient pathway from Cath Lab initiation through discharge to enhance product pull-through and identify barriers
Created and executed local territory and account business plans to ensure effective customer engagements with cardiologists and hospital targets, maximizing sales opportunities
Developed and maintained relationships with key interventional cardiologists, mid-levels, cath lab personnel, pharmacists, and discharge planners to facilitate successful launch of Brilinta for acute coronary syndrome
Served as Key Account Manager District Champion during 2017-2018, participated National and Regional Conferences to share and create positive and productive Key Account Management plans at district levels
Senior Cardiovascular Sales Specialist
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
Lincoln, Nebraska
10.2010 - 04.2014
Executed launch of direct thrombin inhibitor Pradaxa, achieving market penetration and physician engagement
Speaker Liaison for 3 Cardiology Thought Leaders
Led collaboration with internal teams including strategic account managers and institutional representatives, enhancing alignment across 4 primary care selling teams
Evaluated performance outcomes of cardiology awards, providing insights for future recognition strategies
2012 President's Club Award Recipient
2013 President's Club Award Recipient
2013 Portfolio Excellence Award
Education
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Business Administration - Marketing
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE
08-1990
Skills
Product launch
Sales strategy
Market analysis
Key account management
Territory planning
Competitive research
Business planning
Customer engagement
Relationship building
Timeline
Senior Cardiometabolic Sales Specialist
Novo Nordisk
01.2024 - Current
Senior Hospital Cardiovascular Specialist
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
04.2014 - 12.2023
Senior Cardiovascular Sales Specialist
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
10.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Business Administration - Marketing