Shetal Vyas

About Shetal Vyas

Transforming the Biotech and Pharma Industries through Innovation, Strategy, and ExecutionAs a C-suite leader in life sciences, I blend strategic vision, hands-on execution, and a strong focus on leadership and team culture. Whether I’m launching breakthrough therapies or turning around billion-dollar portfolios, I succeed by fostering collaboration, empowering my teams, and incorporating a mindset of agility and innovation. I’ve never achieved results alone – success is always a collective effort.With a combination of deep and broad expertise across commercial operations, P&L leadership, and customer engagement, I’ve led global organizations to new heights by balancing bold decision-making with meticulous execution.I’ve developed a reputation for building high-performing teams and a culture of innovative thinking. I believe in fostering an environment where people feel empowered to challenge the status quo, collaborate across functions, and produce unparalleled deliverables. My top areas of expertise include: P&L Leadership Business Performance Turnaround Strategy Large Capital Raises and Licencing Agreements Cross-Functional Leadership Omnichannel Customer Engagement Team Culture and Staff Development Business DevelopmentThroughout my career, I’ve expanded my industry specializations:Product Launch and Lifecycle Management | Commercial Operations | Omnichannel Customer Engagement Sales | Marketing | Payer Strategy and Market Access | Pharmaceutical Product Development | Oncology (Bladder Cancer and Uro-Oncology, Breast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Colon Cancer)| Renal | Pain Management | Gastroenterology | Gene Therapy | Microbiome Throughout my career, I’ve led successful capital raises, launched first-in-class therapies, and created omnichannel strategies that engage customers in meaningful ways. My leadership style is all about transparency, inclusivity, and the conviction that great companies are built by great people.Beyond my work in the corporate world, I’m also passionate about board and advisory leadership – particularly in life sciences and healthcare innovation. My formal board training from Harvard has given me valuable insights into how to add value to companies such as KJT, where I serve as an independent board member to tackle growth, governance, and strategic challenges.I love to build new relationships and expand my network – let’s connect!

Experience

1. SVP Commercial Strategy & Development

   Ardelyx, Inc.

   Feb 2025 — Present

   I have the privilege of leading and working alongside a talented, cross-functional team to drive growth across three critical areas:Internal and external innovation – We lead lifecycle management initiatives and pursue strategic M&A and licensing opportunities to continuously strengthen and diversify our portfolio.Commercial strategy – With deep expertise in commercialization and business strategy, I guide the development of go-to-market plans from early asset assessment through launch and beyond — always anchored in customer and market insights.Global commercialization – We build and manages ex-US partnerships that expand patient access and deliver meaningful impact across international markets.

Education

• Harvard Business School

  Executive Education, Women on Boards: Succeeding as a Corporate Director

• Saint Joseph's University

  MBA, Marketing

• Temple University

  B.S., Health Studies

• Harvard Business School Executive Education

  AMP206 (Advanced Management Program)

Skills

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Sales Operations
• Strategy
• Leadership
• Product Launch
• Marketing
• Oncology
• Strategic Planning
• Business Analysis
• Market Analysis
• Management
• Managed Care
• Sales Effectiveness
• Urology
• Sales Management
• Business Strategy
• Market Research
• Healthcare
• Pharmaceuticals
• Strategic Partnerships
• Strategic Thinking
• Project Management
• Strategic Communications
• Product Launches
• Benchmarking
• Change Management
• Problem Solving
• Business Planning
• Marketing Strategy
• Strategy Development
• Business Plan Formulation
• Budget Management
• Vendor Management
• Lean Sigma
• Entrepreneurship
• Business Process Improvement
• Sales Targets
• Performance Analysis