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Karla Young

Land O' Lakes

Summary

Insightful commercial leader with global pharmaceutical experience in product strategy, insights and analytics, and digital innovation. Skilled at translating complex data into strategic narratives, driving decision-making, and leading impactful initiatives across markets. Known for effective communication, matrix leadership, and achieving business outcomes through meticulous planning and stakeholder alignment.

Work History

GTA DEI Events Lead

MERCK & CO.
Tampa
2024 - 2025
  • Lead enterprise-level strategic programs that strengthen organizational capability, operational efficiency, and stakeholder alignment across Global Talent Acquisition.
  • Drove cross-functional planning and execution of large-scale national initiatives through structured governance, KPI tracking, and executive reporting to support strategic decision-making.
  • Led multi-stakeholder teams across HR, DEI, communications, and business units, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and operational goals for effective implementation.
  • Partnered with senior leaders to shape strategic narratives and deliver executive-ready presentations that simplify complex data and highlight business impact.
  • Developed performance dashboards and insights to optimize resource allocation, prioritize programs, and enhance long-term workforce planning.

North America Early in Career Talent Acquisition Partner

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
Tampa
2021 - 2024
  • Directed end-to-end program strategy for early-career pipelines, managing multi-million-dollar initiatives with measurable business outcomes.
  • Led strategic programs to enhance workforce planning, operational execution, and cross-functional alignment across North America.
  • Strengthened organizational capability by leading cross-functional teams across HR, business units, and external partners.
  • Built KPI frameworks and reporting mechanisms to evaluate program performance, resource utilization, and strategic impact.
  • Delivered executive-level presentations that translated qualitative and quantitative insights into actionable business recommendations.

Global Digital & Innovation Manager

ASTRAZENECA
Milan
2020 - 2021
  • Led global digital strategy initiatives across multiple markets to enhance customer engagement and drive commercial impact.
  • Directed multi-country strategic projects aligning global and local teams, delivering scalable digital solutions that supported product and portfolio objectives.
  • Identified operational gaps and implemented digital innovation strategies, enhancing efficiency and elevating customer experience.
  • Developed executive-level presentations translating complex data, market dynamics, and scenario modeling into clear strategic recommendations.

Global Insight & Analytics, Commercial Excellence Manager

ASTRAZENECA
Wilmington
2019 - 2020
  • Owned insights, analytics, and KPI frameworks that informed global commercial strategy for Lokelma.
  • Led qualitative and quantitative research to shape brand strategy, resource allocation, and commercial decision-making.
  • Delivered performance reviews and strategic insights to senior leadership, synthesizing data into cohesive narratives that influenced brand direction.
  • Developed KPI dashboards that provided visibility into brand equity, market performance, and customer engagement.
  • Partnered with medical, sales, and marketing teams to drive omnichannel execution and optimize promotional effectiveness.

Marketing Manager

ASTRAZENECA
Wilmington
2018 - 2019
  • Achieved sales and market share goals by executing brand strategy and optimizing promotional assets.
  • Executed commercial strategy for FARXIGA franchise, enhancing alignment with market needs.
  • Developed forecasting, segmentation, and sampling strategies to optimize field execution and resource allocation.
  • Analyzed territory-level performance data to pinpoint growth opportunities and guide strategic decisions.

Sales Coordinator Intern

HASBRO
Providence
2017 - 2017
  • Coordinated sales reports and presentations for product launch meetings.
  • Managed large datasets to deliver insights that shaped forecasting and business planning.
  • Analyzed multi-year performance data to identify revenue trends, guiding strategic planning.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams on promotional campaigns and initiatives.
  • Managed inventory levels and ensured timely product availability.

Education

MBA -

The College of William & Mary — Raymond A. Mason School of Business
Williamsburg, VA
01-2018

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
01-2016

Skills

  • Project leadership
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Market Analysis
  • Product & Portfolio Strategy
  • Global–Local Alignment
  • KPI analytics
  • Operational excellence
  • Business performance
  • Investor storytelling
  • Executive PowerPoint

Websites

Timeline

GTA DEI Events Lead

MERCK & CO.
2024 - 2025

North America Early in Career Talent Acquisition Partner

JOHNSON & JOHNSON
2021 - 2024

Global Digital & Innovation Manager

ASTRAZENECA
2020 - 2021

Global Insight & Analytics, Commercial Excellence Manager

ASTRAZENECA
2019 - 2020

Marketing Manager

ASTRAZENECA
2018 - 2019

Sales Coordinator Intern

HASBRO
2017 - 2017

MBA -

The College of William & Mary — Raymond A. Mason School of Business

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Christopher Newport University

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