Biocon Biologics, a subsidiary of Biocon announced several leadership appointments.
Rhonda Duffy has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) and will lead Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain Management. She brings over 30-years of experience in the global pharma industry.
Dr Sandeep Athalye who has been with Biocon Biologics for over six years as its Chief Medical Officer has been elevated to Chief Development Officer to head CMC, Clinical Development and Medical and Regulatory Affairs.
David Gibson joins the Company from GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) to lead all licensing, strategic partnering and business development activities as its Global Head – Business Development.
Stephanie Wasco joins as Head of Communications – Advanced Markets to lead Corporate and Marketing Communications and Product Branding in Advanced Markets such as the US and Europe.
In addition to the above key leadership appointments, the Company has on-boarded global leadership talent across several functions including Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT), Clinical Development, Finance, HR, Legal and Compliance.
Shreehas Tambe, CEO & Managing Director, Biocon Biologics said, “These new additions to the leadership team bring rich, global experience which will help prepare the organization for the future and ensure a seamless integration of the recently acquired global biosimilars business from Viatris.”