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Tad Landowski

Tad Landowski

Executive Sales Leader
Littleton,CO

Summary

Visionary commercial executive with over 20 years of success driving transformational growth across rare disease, immunology, respiratory, endocrinology, eye care, and dermatology markets. Proven expertise in leading high-performing teams, launching blockbuster brands, and executing strategic sales initiatives in complex, regulated environments. Known for fostering inclusive, high-accountability cultures and building strong cross-functional partnerships that drive revenue and market leadership.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
3
3

Certifications

2
2

Volunteer Groups

Work History

Executive Director, Head of TEPEZZA Sales - Rare Disease

Amgen
Thousand Oaks, CA
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Company Overview: A $ 33 B+ American multinational biopharmaceutical company.
  • As the Head of Sales for TEPEZZA, a leading prescription medication for thyroid eye disease (TED), I successfully led two high-performing sales teams in the ophthalmology and endocrinology sectors.
  • In 2024, we achieved an impressive $1.6 billion in net sales.
  • TEPEZZA is one of three pivotal growth brands that will significantly contribute to Amgen’s ambitious growth strategy for the next decade.
  • Led two sales teams, including three second-line managers, Chief of Staff, 18 first-line managers, and 126 sales associates.
  • Led a rare disease sales organization with a start-up mindset, building infrastructure, sales processes, KPIs, and incentive plans aligned with corporate goals.
  • Collaborated with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Patient Services to align on pre-launch, launch, and post-launch execution for TEPEZZA.
  • Proactively engaged with KOLs and treatment centers to drive physician adoption in niche therapeutic spaces.
  • A $ 33 B+ American multinational biopharmaceutical company.

Vice President, Customer Engagement Sales - Respiratory (Xolair) and Eye Care (Xiidra)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Company Overview: A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.
  • As a key executive and business leader, drove customer engagement (sales) and spearheaded the growth of key brands, Cosentyx, Xiidra, and Xolair, which achieved an impressive $7 billion combined net sales in 2023.
  • Developed and implemented processes that maximized efficiency and shaped strategic initiatives that not only accelerated growth but also created new business opportunities and maximized profitability, all in alignment with our organization’s mission, vision, and objectives.
  • Worked in hyper-growth environments, proactively steering the enterprise forward and establishing a dominant brand presence in an evolving marketplace.
  • Directed go-to-market strategies for immunology, ophthalmology, and respiratory products, ensuring cross-functional coordination and market penetration.
  • Demonstrated strong stakeholder management and compliance leadership, partnering with legal, training, and reimbursement teams.
  • Oversaw KPI design, IC plan development, and field team engagement strategies to support aggressive market goals.
  • A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Executive Director, Customer Engagement Sales - Respiratory (Xolair)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Company Overview: A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.
  • Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by restructuring the sales model and structure for the Xolair sales team, enabling the brand to achieve more with fewer resources, promoting 15% of the field sales leaders, and pioneering adopting an innovative customer-centric model.
  • A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Regional Sales Director, Dermatology - West Region (Cosentyx)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.
  • Responsible for a team of five first-line managers and 45 sales representatives.
  • Responsible for the sales process, executing KPIs, people development, and consistently driving revenue, growth, and profitability.
  • A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Associate Director, Strategic Accounts (Cosentyx)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
East Hanover, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.
  • Helped transform the Strategic Account team, scaling its impact from ten strategic account managers to fifty influential Thought Leader Liaisons throughout the U.S. immunology business unit.
  • A $ 49 B+ global healthcare company and one of the largest multinational pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Senior Product Manager

Galderma Laboratories
Fort Worth, TX
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Company Overview: A dermatology company delivering an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across aesthetics, consumer care, and prescription medicine.
  • Strategic leadership role in the launch of a new rosacea product, Soolantra, in the U.S. market, which generated over $100 million in sales within two years.
  • Key stakeholders influencing decisions for marketing, manufacturing, coordination, medical, regulatory, sales, analytics, P&L, finance, trade, and managed markets.
  • Strategic partner in the design of the launch strategy for Soolantra, from forecasting to budgeting to sales strategy, catapulting explosive growth.
  • Commercial lead to assist in the design of the go-to-market strategy with the FDA, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local guidelines and regulations.
  • Supported the management of detailed and accurate brand forecasting, delivering $54M in initial year net revenue, driving operational excellence.
  • A dermatology company delivering an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across aesthetics, consumer care, and prescription medicine.

District Sales Manager

Galderma Laboratories
Fort Worth, TX
01.2007 - 12.2014
  • Company Overview: A dermatology company delivering an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across aesthetics, consumer care, and prescription medicine.
  • Built and led a high-performing team of nine sales professionals who served 1,500 customers across California, Arizona, and Nevada.
  • Responsible for meeting all revenue goals, overseeing professional development, managing the budget, and managing the entire Kaiser account in Southern California.
  • By developing a strong sales strategy and execution, Fostered trustworthy relationships with stakeholders and helped advance the organization, achieving prestigious awards and recognition.
  • Launched multiple products including Differin Gel 0.3%, Epiduo, and other Cetaphil products exceeding sales quotas.
  • Honored as the District Sales Manager of the Year and number one ranking among peers across consecutive years.
  • Delivered results above expectations by delivering $ 60 M+ in annual revenue YoY, surpassing quotas, and goals.
  • Continuously motivated and inspired my sales team, resulting in a high-performing team infused with empowerment, actionable solutions, and best practices.
  • A dermatology company delivering an innovative, science-based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across aesthetics, consumer care, and prescription medicine.

Education

Master of Business Administration - undefined

University of Illinois

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Bradley University

Skills

  • Sales Force Buildout & Infrastructure
  • Rare Disease
  • Visionary Sales Leadership
  • KOL Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Strategic Sales Leadership
  • Coaching & Talent Development
  • Market Development
  • Entrepreneurial Agility
  • Dermatology Experience
  • Patient-Centric Sales Approach

Certification

  • Introductory Sommelier: The Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS)
  • Artificial Intelligence: Business Strategies and Applications: UC Berkeley Executive Education
  • Business Analytics: Data-Driven Strategy: Kellogg Executive Education | Northwestern University

Professional Highlights

  • Successfully scaled national and regional sales teams across multiple blockbuster brands.
  • Helped expand two Cosentyx teams (Dermatology and Rheumatology) at Novartis.
  • Helped build out launch plan for the launch of Soolantra at Galderma, exceeding $100M in sales in under two years.
  • Launched a new endocrinology sales force for TEPEZZA at Amgen, delivering $1.6B in net sales in 2024.
  • Worked on multi-billion-dollar brands including Cosentyx, Xiidra, Xolair, and TEPEZZA.
  • Deep expertise in hiring, training, and developing high-performing field teams and leadership talent.
  • Known for execution excellence, cross-functional alignment, and sustaining performance post-launch.
  • Demonstrated operational excellence and strategic agility in both large enterprises and fast-paced, evolving organizations.

Accomplishments

  • Led two sales teams, including three second-line managers, Chief of Staff, 18 first-line managers, and 126 sales associates at Amgen.
  • Led a rare disease sales organization with a start-up mindset, building infrastructure, sales processes, KPIs, and incentive plans aligned with corporate goals.
  • Led two separate sales teams at Novartis resulting in 3B+ in net sales in 2024.
  • Directed go-to-market strategies for immunology, ophthalmology, and respiratory products, ensuring cross-functional coordination and market penetration at Novartis.
  • Oversaw KPI design, IC plan development, and field team engagement strategies to support aggressive market goals at Novartis.
  • Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by restructuring the sales model and structure for the Xolair® sales team, enabling the brand to achieve more with fewer resources, promoting 15% of the field sales leaders, and pioneering the adoption of an innovative customer-centric model.
  • Helped transform the Strategic Account team, scaling its impact from ten strategic account managers to fifty influential Thought Leader Liaisons throughout the U.S. immunology business unit.
  • Strategic leadership role in the launch of a new rosacea product, Soolantra®, in the U.S. market, which generated over $100 million in sales within two years at Galderma.

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Quote

"Without effort, your talent is nothing more than your unmet potential.”
Angela Duckworth

Interests

Wine, skiing, golf, cooking, spending time with family and friends

Timeline

Executive Director, Head of TEPEZZA Sales - Rare Disease

Amgen
09.2024 - 03.2025

Vice President, Customer Engagement Sales - Respiratory (Xolair) and Eye Care (Xiidra)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2022 - 01.2024

Executive Director, Customer Engagement Sales - Respiratory (Xolair)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2020 - 01.2022

Regional Sales Director, Dermatology - West Region (Cosentyx)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2017 - 01.2020

Associate Director, Strategic Accounts (Cosentyx)

Novartis Pharmaceuticals
01.2016 - 01.2017

Senior Product Manager

Galderma Laboratories
01.2016 - 12.2016

District Sales Manager

Galderma Laboratories
01.2007 - 12.2014

Master of Business Administration - undefined

University of Illinois

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Bradley University