Michael Leake

About Michael Leake

As an innovative and strategic visionary, I excel in connecting insights, people, and actions to consistently exceed organizational goals. With a unique functional background spanning sales leadership, start-ups, marketing, operations, and training, I bring a comprehensive approach to driving change and fostering collaboration across diverse teams.As a Field Marketing Manager, I lead a cross-functional team that drives professional education initiatives that enhance HCP engagement and product utilization among epilepsy and neurology specialists. My role involves developing KOLs, designing education pathways, and implementing peer-to-peer meetings to advance strategic objectives.Previously, as a Therapeutic Consultant for the Vagus Nerve Stimulator, I achieved remarkable success, including achieving President’s Club and significantly increasing revenue and implant rates. My entrepreneurial spirit was showcased through MorePies Sales, LLC, where I focused on enhancing small business performance and growth.At Greenwich Biosciences, I spearheaded the launch of Epidiolex, the first FDA-approved CBD-based drug for rare epilepsies, by building a high-performing sales team and fostering community advocacy across multiple states. My tenure at UCB, Inc. was marked by leading successful sales teams across multiple regions, consistently achieving top rankings, and achieving President Club. I am passionate about leveraging my expertise to drive impactful results.

Experience

1. Senior Manager Professional Education

   LivaNova

   Mar 2025 — Present

Education

• The University of Toledo

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  Bachelor of Arts - BA

Skills

• Cardiology
• Pharmaceuticals
• Managed Care
• Team Leadership
• Market Launch
• Sales
• Selling Skills
• Hospital Sales
• Vendor Management
• Market Analysis
• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Competitive Analysis
• Budgets
• Account Management
• Sales Operations
• Training
• Sales Effectiveness
• Contract Negotiations
• Product Development
• Cme
• Product Launch
• Long Term Care
• Management
• Leadership
• Neurology
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Strategy
• Budget Management
• Strategic Planning