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Laura Walsh

Tarpon Springs,FL

Summary

Results-oriented professional prepared to excel in executive leadership roles. Proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency while maintaining strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Highly reliable and adaptable, known for strategic planning and effective decision-making.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Executive Institutional Account Specialist

AstraZeneca
07.2022 - Current

Company Overview, AstraZeneca acquired Alexion

  • Returned to the field 7/22, upon request, covering Tampa, St Petersburg, Clearwater, representing the Andexxa brand since launch in 2018
  • Member of the 200 Club, 219.5% to plan, Oct 30, 2024
  • Executed Sales Activities and leveraged relationships to promote Andexxa in Hospitals and physician offices
  • Contributed as a mentor to new hires, participated in the interview process
  • Collaborated with One KAM team; MSL, National Accounts, CEL-Customer Engagement
  • Leader, to ensure standardization of clinical message, call points and timing of activities
  • Aligned with Speakers and coordinated education for speaker programs, office in-services and virtual webinars
  • Identified and aligned with advocates to submit a formal request for BayCare-review, P&T added Andexxa back to formulary August 22, 2024
  • MVP, Southeast Region, voted by peers, 2022
  • (Astra Zeneca acquired Alexion)

Thought Leader Liaison, Associate Director

Alexion
09.2020 - 07.2022
  • Company Overview, Alexion acquired Portola.
  • Responsibilities included gathering insights from Key Opinion Leaders in South Florida, through Congress meetings and live and virtual interactions.
  • Developed insight questions for the TLL national team, member of the Insight Sub Committee
  • Managed the speakers bureau for the SE, clinical training
  • Collaborated with cross functional matrix partners in sales, market access and medical

Thrombosis Area Manager

Portola Pharmaceuticals
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Responsibilities included sales and marketing of Andexxa
  • Call points included Neurologists, Neurosurgeons, Critical Care, Emergency, GI, Trauma Surgeons and Pharmacy
  • Territory: St Petersburg, Clearwater, New Port Richey
  • 2019 Culture Award Winner, Florida Region (voted by peers)
  • 2019, May BayCare Formulary win
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements, and implement changes.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer service and increase sales.

Territory Manager-Biologics

Sun Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Responsibilities included sales and marketing of IL-23 biologic for Psoriasis and profiling Dermatologists, while pending approval of medication
  • Territory: Tampa, Clearwater, Gainesville
  • Developed strong relationships with key decision-makers, fostering trust and loyalty in the assigned territory.
  • Demonstrated exceptional presentation skills during client meetings, showcasing product benefits and value propositions effectively.

Renal Sales Specialist

Keryx Biopharmaceuticals
04.2016 - 08.2017
  • Responsibilities included sales and marketing of Auryxia for hyperphosphatemia, call points included Nephrologists and Dialysis Centers
  • Territory: Tampa, Lakeland and Port Charlotte
  • Q1 2017 195% to plan
  • April 2016: 30% to plan, Q2 :60% to plan, July 80% to plan
  • Drug on hold from Aug 1, 2016 to Nov 15, 2016
  • 2016 - Increased sales two-fold upon re-entry, Nov 14- Dec 31st
  • Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
  • Built strong client relationships through consistent communication and effective problem solving.
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Provided ongoing support to existing clients, maintaining a high level of satisfaction and encouraging repeat business.

Senior Clinical Business Manager

Cubist Pharmaceutical
06.2005 - 01.2016
  • Company Overview: (2015 Cubist acquired by Merck ~ January 20, 2016)
  • Responsibilities included sales and marketing of Cubicin, Dificid, Entereg, Sivextro, Zerbaxa
  • Call points included, Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine/Hospitalists, Surgeons, Emergency, Pharmacy
  • Territory: Palm Harbor, New Port Richey, Brooksville, Crystal River
  • 2015 Top 10 for Cubicin and Sivextro sales
  • 2015 Zerbaxa and Sivextro formulary win, Florida Hospital
  • 2014 COE, Circle of Excellence, Italy
  • MVP, SE Region
  • Appointed Marketing Advisory Member H1
  • Aug 14 -Dificid Formulary win, Florida Hospital North Pinellas
  • #4 in Central Area for Sivextro Sales (4th product in portfolio)
  • #11 in Nation for Sivextro Sales, $90,000
  • 2013 COE, Circle of Excellence, Spain
  • Consistency Award, The only CBM in the Central Region to be above the company national average, for all 3 agents
  • 107% to plan for Cubicin, 139 % to plan for Entereg , 100% to plan Dificid
  • CBM with highest growth for HCA in region, 43% growth
  • Appointed Entereg Marketing Advisory Member
  • Appointed Dificid Marketing Advisory Member
  • MVP, SE Region
  • 107 % to plan
  • May YTD, 100% to plan, 45% growth from Q1 to Q2
  • Dificid Formulary Win, Community New Port Richey
  • Opened Dr
  • Laartz, ID and Dr
  • Sastry, ID MD, Infusion Centers
  • Ranked #1 in Skin Infection Contest, Q2 growth from previous quarter 2011 109% to plan
  • Promoted to Senior CBM
  • MVP, SE Region; 2006, 2010
  • Signed Gulfcoast Oncology, for Regional Direct Account
  • Conducted a Regional Workshop, “Stop Telling & Start Selling”
  • Received Rolex watch, $4 million dollar club
  • Received Golden Cube Award/Mentor for new hires, regionally and nationally 2007
  • Attended specialized sales training, Dr Cialdini Seminar
  • (2015 Cubist acquired by Merck ~ January 20, 2016)

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
12.1988

Associates - Business Administration

University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH
05.1985

Skills

  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Employee coaching and mentoring
  • Excellent communication
  • Professional and courteous
  • Attention to detail

Awards

  • AstraZeneca, MVP, Southeast Region, 12/22
  • Portola Pharmaceuticals, Culture Award, 12/19
  • Portola Pharmaceuticals, #1 Regional Rank, Q3, 09/20
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, President’s Club, 12/13
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, President’s Club, 12/14
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, MVP (peer nominated), 12/06
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, MVP (peer nominated), 12/10
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, MVP (peer nominated), 12/12
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, MVP (peer nominated), 12/14
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Consistency Award, 12/13
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Appointed Marketing Advisory Committee, 01/12 - 12/15
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Promoted to Senior Clinical Business Manager, 01/11
  • Cubist Pharmaceuticals, Golden Cube Award, 12/06
  • Centocor/Johnson & Johnson, President’s Club, 12/01
  • Centocor/Johnson & Johnson, Promoted to Senior Cardiovascular Specialist, 01/02
  • Centocor/Johnson & Johnson, Promoted to National Field Trainer, 01/02
  • Centocor/Johnson & Johnson, Promoted to Executive Cardiovascular Specialist, 01/03
  • Centocor/Johnson & Johnson, Appointed CBVU Job Description Task Force, 01/03
  • Carrington Laboratories, President’s Club, 12/97

Timeline

Senior Executive Institutional Account Specialist

AstraZeneca
07.2022 - Current

Thought Leader Liaison, Associate Director

Alexion
09.2020 - 07.2022

Thrombosis Area Manager

Portola Pharmaceuticals
08.2018 - 08.2020

Territory Manager-Biologics

Sun Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - 08.2018

Renal Sales Specialist

Keryx Biopharmaceuticals
04.2016 - 08.2017

Senior Clinical Business Manager

Cubist Pharmaceutical
06.2005 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of New Hampshire

Associates - Business Administration

University of New Hampshire
Laura Walsh