Andrea Stewart
About Andrea Stewart
Andrea Stewart is the Director of Strategic Marketing at AbCellera, with a strong background in pharmaceutical marketing and management. She has extensive experience in the biopharma industry, having held various marketing roles at Eli Lilly and Company, and possesses expertise in drug discovery and development across multiple therapeutic areas.
Work at AbCellera
Andrea Stewart has been serving as the Director of Strategic Marketing at AbCellera since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing marketing strategies that align with the company's goals. Her responsibilities include simplifying brand messaging and building business cases to connect innovative products with key stakeholders. Stewart's experience in the biopharma industry supports her efforts in driving marketing initiatives that enhance the company's presence in the market.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Stewart holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy with Honours (B.Sc.Phm (Hons)) from the University of Toronto, which she completed from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her education by achieving an Industrial Pharmacy Residency from 2008 to 2009. Stewart possesses expertise in drug discovery and development across various therapeutic areas, including immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and diabetes, which informs her strategic marketing efforts.
Background in Pharmaceutical Marketing
Stewart has extensive experience in pharmaceutical marketing, having worked at Eli Lilly and Company in various roles. She served as a Global Marketing Manager for Diabetes from 2012 to 2015 and later held positions such as Senior Brand Manager for Oncology and Marketing Director at Eli Lilly Canada. Her tenure at Eli Lilly spans over eight years, during which she led multiple product launches in Canada and globally, showcasing her strategic marketing capabilities.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Before joining AbCellera, Andrea Stewart held several key positions at Eli Lilly Canada, including Senior Brand Manager for Diabetes and Marketing Director. She also worked as a Sr. Market Research Associate for Diabetes and as a Medical Information Pharmacy Resident. Additionally, she gained experience as a Pharmacist at Shoppers Drug Mart from 2008 to 2016. These roles have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape.
Coaching and Team Development
Andrea Stewart enjoys coaching teams to tackle new challenges and achieve their goals. She fosters a culture of growth and success within her teams, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation. Her approach to leadership is centered on empowering team members to excel in their roles, which contributes to the overall success of the marketing initiatives she oversees.