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Yasmin Akarcali

Aliso Viejo,USA

Summary

Accomplished pharmaceutical sales professional with a consistent record of success in high-performance healthcare markets. Demonstrates expertise in strategic territory management, access negotiation, and healthcare provider engagement to accelerate product adoption and revenue growth. Proven ability to deliver results through collaborative leadership, operational excellence, and market-driven insight across complex and competitive environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Pfizer / Inizio Engage
07.2022 - Current
  • Direct strategic sales initiatives across a highly competitive multi-state region, driving significant growth for Pfizer’s leading therapies in infectious disease, immunization, neurology, respiratory care, and diagnostic testing.
  • Launch new products with precision by aligning field execution with marketing, medical, and regulatory teams, ensuring rapid adoption and market share gains.
  • Mentor and onboard new hires through structured coaching programs, boosting team productivity and strengthening regional performance.
  • Negotiate high-value agreements with major healthcare systems, achieving long-term partnerships and preferred provider status.
  • Deliver targeted education programs to healthcare professionals, enhancing product knowledge and loyalty through data-driven engagement.

Clinical Nutrition Sales Specialist

Jenny Craig
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Drove revenue growth by promoting clinically validated nutrition programs tailored to chronic disease prevention and management, enhancing patient outcomes, and expanding market share.
  • Engaged and cultivated relationships with healthcare providers to integrate nutrition solutions into patient care models, strengthening referral networks, and supporting business development.
  • Led client education initiatives and nutrition consultations, achieving high client conversion and retention through personalized wellness strategies.
  • Analyzed patient data and outcomes to refine service offerings, aligning product positioning with emerging healthcare trends and customer needs.
  • Consistently ranked among top-performing specialists through strategic planning, and proactive client engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
05.2021

CORe -

Harvard Business School
06.2024

Skills

  • Strategic Sales Planning & Execution
  • Advanced Contract Negotiation
  • Healthcare Professional Engagement
  • Product Expertise & Education
  • Territory Management & Expansion
  • Market Research & Strategic Analysis
  • CRM Optimization & Client Retention
  • Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Data-Driven Sales Strategy
  • Regulatory Compliance & Ethical Sales Practices

Languages

  • English, Native/Bilingual
  • Turkish, Native/Bilingual
  • Spanish, Limited

Certification

  • Pfizer COVID-19 Ad Board Member
  • Inizio Engage SoCal LEAD Program
  • Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • U100 Student Ambassadors at Syracuse University
  • Project Management Foundations, LinkedIn

Internships

University Engagement Representative
Syracuse University
08/2020 – 05/2021

  • Designed and executed strategic outreach campaigns to drive enrollment growth and brand visibility.
  • Secured increased financial aid funding through high-impact fundraising initiatives.
  • Built and maintained strong community engagement programs to foster student loyalty.

Marketing Strategy & Communications Lead
Syracuse University
08/2019 – 05/2020

  • Spearheaded marketing events and digital campaigns, boosting brand awareness and community outreach.
  • Advised leadership on strategic marketing initiatives aligned with organizational growth goals.
  • Strengthened stakeholder relationships through targeted communication and outreach efforts.

Health and Wellness Program Strategist
Upstate NY Elementary School District
08/2018 – 05/2019

  • Led district-wide nutrition and wellness education programs, impacting over 2,000 students with sustainable health initiatives.
  • Collaborated with administrators and HCPs to integrate wellness strategies into curriculum.
  • Analyzed program effectiveness and engagement data to inform future health initiatives.

Business Development Associate
First Team Real Estate
10/2016 – 04/2017

  • Developed and executed strategic client acquisition plans, driving measurable business growth.
  • Strengthened key account relationships through market research and tailored service offerings.
  • Conducted competitive market analyses to identify new business opportunities.

References

References available upon request.

Articles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/yasminakarcali/recent-activity/articles/

Timeline

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Pfizer / Inizio Engage
07.2022 - Current

Clinical Nutrition Sales Specialist

Jenny Craig
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Syracuse University

CORe -

Harvard Business School

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