Robert Kells

About Robert Kells

Dynamic, results-driven sales and business development professional with a proven track record of accelerating growth, forging strategic partnerships, and leading high-performing teams across Global 500, Fortune 500, private equity, and entrepreneurial environments.I bring a unique blend of sales leadership, marketing, strategy, consulting, and finance — known for disciplined execution, resilience, and delivering results in complex, high-pressure markets. My experience spans medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare consulting, ophthalmology and dermatology, SaaS, consumer products, omnichannel retail, and business advisory — consistently driving growth across B2B and B2C landscapes.My drive and focus centers on the \"mechanics\" of things. How do things work? Automobiles, ships, and businesses? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 49.4% of businesses fail within 5 years. I\'m a Systems Thinker: the art and science of people, processes, product development and innovation, and all measures of performance when running successful and profitable small, medium, or large businesses. If you are from the same tribe; let\'s connect.I come from a long line of Irish farmers. Grew up in the shadows of integrated steel manufacturing. My foundation is rooted in hard work and grit — from early hands-on roles as a mechanic’s assistant and general facilities handyman during high school in a large General Motors dealership, to navigating the St. Lawrence Seaway System between Michigan and Ontario as a professional, licensed First Mate and 4th Class Marine Engineer during my college and business school years. That unique journey of practical experiences and applied skills- combined with formal learning - ultimately led me west to Colorado, where I’ve built a career navigating the challenges and opportunities of Corporate America.A dual citizen of Canada and the United States, I’ve worked and circled the planet while building an exciting life in the Rocky Mountains. So far, I have climbed five mountains in Colorado. Achieved most of the important peaks in life. Outside of work, a passion for bold ideas and good books, sports, economics and investing. Frequently on the move from here to there as a 2-Million Miler® on United Airlines. I’m an avid skier, hiker, and snowmobiler; and an outdoorsman who values time with my amazing family and dog in The Great Outdoors. “It’s hard to see with your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.” — Mark Twain

Experience

1. Ophthalmic Account Manager - Colorado

   SUN PHARMA

   Jan 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

Education

• University of Colorado

  Master of Science (M.S.), Marketing

• Lake Superior State University

  Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.), Marketing, Finance & Economics

• Lake Superior State University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management

• MIT Professional Education

  Course: Leading Teams Through Change

• Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth

  Course: Strategic Thinking: Building and Sustaining Competitive Advantage

Skills

• Technical Training
• Forecasting
• Leadership Development
• Cognos
• Development of People
• Business Model Innovation
• Pricing Strategy
• Financial Accounting
• Executive Coaching
• Business Analytics
• Situational Leadership
• Balanced Scorecard
• Dashboards
• Public Speaking
• Coaching
• Presentation Coaching
• Change Leadership
• Retail Execution
• SEO
• Managerial Experience
• Competitive Analysis
• Customer Experience
• Learning Management Systems
• Strategic Planning
• Business Development
• Social Media Marketing
• Learning Management
• Team Building
• Interview Coaching
• Cost Accounting
• Economic Modeling
• Training
• Strategic Leadership
• New Business Development
• Team Leadership
• Direct Sales
• Business Strategy
• Talent Acquisition
• Marketing Strategy
• Product Strategy