Andria Parks-Herrera
Driving Commercial Strategy & Partnerships in Precision Oncology | Advancing Functional Precision Medicine to Transform Patient Outcomes | Leadership in Biotech, Pharma & Healthcare Innovation
- Role
- Head of Commercial Operations at First Ascent Biomedical
- Location
- Miami, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Andria Parks-Herrera
With 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics industries, I’ve had the privilege of leading companies through critical growth phases—whether by launching innovative products, optimizing operations, or guiding startups to scale effectively. I’m driven by a clear vision for how strategy and execution intersect to deliver sustainable, market-defining results.My approach is anchored in visionary leadership and operational excellence. I thrive in environments where aligning cross-functional teams with bold strategic goals drives meaningful business transformation. I’m known for shaping and executing strategies that navigate complex market landscapes, unlocking new revenue streams, and positioning companies as leaders in their fields.Beyond my professional expertise, my passion for healthcare innovation is deeply personal. As the mother of a twice-cancer survivor, I understand firsthand the urgency of breakthrough treatments, the power of diagnostics, and the profound impact that innovation can have on patients and their families. This perspective fuels my commitment to driving change - not just in business but in ensuring functional precision medicine reaches the right patient at the right time.I bring an entrepreneurial mindset, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to long-term value creation. My leadership is grounded in integrity and a deep focus on impact—from empowering teams to delivering measurable growth across the enterprise. For me, success is measured not just by business achievements but by the lasting impact we make on the lives of patients and their families. I’m passionate about guiding organizations toward market leadership and lasting success, especially in uncharted territories where every decision matters.
Experience
Head of Commercial Operations
Jan 2025 — Present
Education
Mentally Fit Coaching School - Belgium
Coaching
2012 — 2012
Villanova University
Certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Healthcare)
2016
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business
Executive Leadership
2014 — 2015
University of Miami Herbert Business School
EMBA, International Business
2000 — 2001
Universidad San Francisco de Quito
BA, Business, Marketing, Advertising
1991 — 1995
Skills
- Latin America
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Pharmaceutical Sales
- Product Management
- Competitive Analysis
- Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Effectiveness
- Marketing Management
- Market Analysis
- Sales
- Strategy
- Business Intelligence
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Marketing Strategy
- Strategic Thinking
- Market Access
- Customer Service
- Cardiology
- Product Launch
- Segmentation
- Business Strategy
- Vaccines
- Marketing Research
- Market Research
- Hospital Sales
- Leadership
- Spanish
- Management
- Team Building
- Business Planning
- Change Management
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