Executive District Sales Manager with 13+ years of progressive leadership at AstraZeneca, recognized for building high-performing teams, developing talent, and delivering sustained commercial results. Trusted by senior leadership to influence organizational strategy beyond district responsibilities through cross-functional partnerships, leadership development, and enterprise initiatives that strengthen commercial execution across the business.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive District Sales Manager
AstraZeneca
Respiratory Specialty & Immunology
01.2021 - Current
Leadership Impact
Consistently ranked among the Top 30% of District Sales Managers while leading Respiratory Specialty organizations through product launches, organizational transformation, and evolving commercial priorities.
Provide strategic leadership for organizations of 9–15 Sales Specialists, building high-performing teams through intentional coaching, talent development, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
Recruit, hire, and develop top talent by creating individualized development plans and succession strategies that strengthen leadership capability and position the organization for long-term success.
Translate enterprise strategy into disciplined field execution through data-driven business planning, focused resource allocation, and customer-centric execution that delivers sustained commercial results.
Enterprise Leadership & Strategic Influence
Trusted Enterprise Leader: Repeatedly selected by executive leadership for enterprise assignments that extend influence well beyond district responsibilities, reflecting sound judgment, strategic thinking, and consistent execution.
National DSM Council: Selected by Executive Business Directors to lead the DSM Council, partnering with Commercial Business Directors to shape initiatives, elevate DSM capabilities, and drive collaboration through coaching and best-practice sharing.
Development Without Borders: Selected for a Saphnelo Market Access Strategy DWB rotation, partnering across Market Access, Brand, Sales Operations, Commercial Learning, and Field Reimbursement to advance launch readiness, reimbursement strategy, and commercial effectiveness.
Leadership Development: Selected as a DSM Faculty Member and Commercial Learning partner, developing future leaders through facilitation, mentorship, and leadership programming while leading regional initiatives including the Breztri Council and Women in Leadership.
District Sales Manager
AstraZeneca
Primary Care
05.2018 - 01.2021
Led Primary Care Respiratory teams through product launches and organizational change while building a culture centered on coaching, accountability, and execution.
Developed and retained top talent through individualized coaching, leadership development, and succession planning.
Partnered cross-functionally to identify business opportunities and deliver sustained commercial performance.
Turned around a historically underperforming district across three of the Nation's most challenging markets, delivered sustained growth & earned 2019 COE Award.
Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist
AstraZeneca
Iowa
04.2013 - 05.2018
Promoted a multi-brand portfolio including Symbicort, Pulmicort Flexhaler, Daliresp, Bevespi, Crestor & Farxiga.
Consistently ranked within the top 35% of the Nation from 2013-2018.
Delivered sustained commercial success through strategic account management, strong customer partnerships, and disciplined execution.
Recognized for leadership potential through consistent performance, collaboration, and promotion into District Sales Management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Marketing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.2011
Awards & Distinguished Recognition
2x National Respiratory Specialty District Sales Manager of the Year (2022 & 2023)
2x West Region District Sales Manager of the Year (2022 & 2023)
3x Circle of Excellence Award Recipient
Timeline
Executive District Sales Manager
AstraZeneca
01.2021 - Current
District Sales Manager
AstraZeneca
05.2018 - 01.2021
Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist
AstraZeneca
04.2013 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration & Marketing
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