Chris Knowles

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ABOUT CHRIS KNOWLES

Companies in the healthcare and pharmaceutical marketing industry that are seeking a marketing leader with a broad and diverse therapeutic background might be interested in reading on.My name is Christopher Knowles, and I am a driven, accomplished leader with more than two decades in the industry. Performance-based promotions during extensive career at Allergan, Inc.(formerly Actavis Plc, Watson Pharmaceuticals, Oclassen Inc.), demonstrate my success at building and growing healthcare brands through prosperous relationships with partners and vendors. My expertise exudes a blend of clinical knowledge, financial acumen, strategic development and tactical implementation.My therapeutic experience in gastroenterology, urology, oncology (Buy-and Bill reimbursement), women’s health, rheumatology, dermatology, cardiology and pain products provide me with a prolific knowledge base and a solid understanding of products, brands and therapeutic needs. I am well-versed in various life cycles of product management as I’ve overseen many brand launches and managed products when they are marketed later in their life brand. I have actively managed the P&L for my products, with a focus on improving gross to net, which is a key determiner of product success. This is an expertise that requires in-depth knowledge of all markets and preparing strategic direction for pricing and rebates.As a seasoned leader, I am passionate about building brands, training, mentoring, and educating new staff members about launch planning and execution; brand strategy communications; financial management and budget development; and tactical plan development. It is my belief that an extensive understanding of all aspects of the industry produces the most effective, responsible results.» Awarded the Top 25 DTC Marketer of the Year in 2014» Received the 2006 Sales Appreciation Award Please send me an email at C••••••••@gmail.com.Let’s Connect!