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This page shows the latest Acumen news and features for those working in and with pharma, biotech and healthcare.

Gilead promotes Andrew Dickinson to CFO, increased M&A expected

Andy is an exceptional, highly strategic leader. In addition to his impressive business and financial acumen and broad experience, Andy possesses strong creativity and vision.

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Gilead strikes $5.1bn deal to bolster ties with Galapagos

Nevertheless analysts have predicted blockbuster sales for filgotinib if approved. Galapagos will also be able to lean on Gilead’s commercial acumen, freeing it up to invest more of its resources
$450m diagnostics sale will fuel more Syncona biotech funding

We also wish to acknowledge Syncona for its role in the foundation of the company, and its operational and financial acumen as we have built the business.”.
Incisive Health goes international with Brussels office

She joined Incisive in January from Ogilvy Healthworld Market Access, where she spent three years as associate managing partner, prior she held senior roles at Acumen and Hill Knowlton Strategies.
Engagement strategies

Customer knowledge blends historic behaviours, qualitative attitudes, causal relationships among several influence spheres, as well as financial acumen.
This month in 1845: The birth of Robert Wood Johnson

Robert's addition was the boost J&J needed to get the company off the ground and begin its journey to being a dominant force in healthcare, adding business acumen to

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The ‘blueprint’ for MSL success is changing

To enable MSLs to play such a vital role in the shape and transform era, companies need to invest in the development of competencies, such as strategic thinking, business acumen, market
The evolution of marketing – the Amgen way

Commercial functions have been evolving and, beyond traditional marketing, teams are required to develop various acumens, such as access, real-world evidence generation, beyond the molecule services and value-based partnerships.
Changing direction: adapting to a rapidly-evolving environment

Our marketers are the orchestrators of the cross-functional team; these team members must learn how to decipher ambiguity, develop acumen across functions and have the ability to lead, influence, move
Embracing multi-channel in the digital age

What makes a future-proof rep? Strong business acumen and excellent negotiation skills will, of course, remain important, but to keep pace with the HCPs of today, sales reps need to
Dispensing with the past

In terms of scientific acumen, while there is a relatively high proportion of broad scientific capability on the pharma boards, it is primarily offered by academic scientists (16% of board directors

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Latest appointments

Pegasus gains a new managing director and digital lead

Corrina’s passion, excellent commercial acumen and blend of multichannel agency and in-house experience will be a huge asset to Pegasus as we continue to provide a fresh, creative alternative
F-star hires ex-BMS immuno-oncology leader

F-star says Dr Kayitalire has strong commercial acumen to complement his extensive clinical expertise, with a track record in developing and delivering clinical research programmes and ensuring alignment with overall
Marinomed appoints CFO, Robin Brown is named chair of Medicines Discovery Catapult and more

Chair of the board Simon Nebel, said: “We are delighted to welcome Pascal Schmidt to the management team as he brings considerable financial acumen alongside in-depth business development expertise to
Novartis changes executive committee

Narasimhan, said: “Robert’s deep understanding of business services coupled with his strong financial and commercial acumen make him the right person to lead NBS in the next stage of its
Acumen appoints new strategy director

Thomas Bols will focus on reinforcing Acumen’s healthcare practice. Independent consultancy Acumen Public Affairs has named Thomas Bols as its new strategy director, a role that will see him focus ... Commenting on his appointment, Bols said: “I’m

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Bedrock LEAPs to new heights

The bespoke five module programme ensures our leaders not only excel in client counsel and business development but also gain practical business acumen.
Rewarding long service at Porterhouse Medical Group

Our dedicated team is the perfect blend of scientific acumen and creativity, and includes eight people with a PhD or MSci degree, four medical doctors and two postdocs.
Agency Acumen

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Medical science liaison vs medical writing--making a career choice

Also needed, scientific acumen, verbal and written communication skills. 3.20: How does MSL work differ from being a salesperson?
7.4

7.4 is a full-service medical communications agency providing the perfect balance of scientific expertise and commercial acumen to our clients in the global pharmaceutical industry.