Carolyn Hearn
About Carolyn Hearn
Carolyn Hearn is the Leadership Development and Field Effectiveness professional at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts, with over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Company
Carolyn Hearn currently works at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. Her role focuses on Leadership Development and Field Effectiveness within the company.
Previous Roles and Experience
Carolyn Hearn has an extensive background in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, having worked at several major companies. From 2020 to 2023, she was the Head of US Commercial Learning at Biogen in Massachusetts. Prior to this, she held multiple positions at Takeda, including Marketing Lead for Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (2019-2020), Global Brand Director (2017-2019), and Associate Director of Global Marketing (2016-2017). Before joining Takeda, Hearn served at Novartis Vaccines in roles such as Global Brand Director (2014-2016), Director of Operations for Global Medical Affairs (2013-2014), and Associate Director of Sales Training & Development (2011-2013). Her earlier career includes various roles at Merck, including Vaccine Specialty Business Manager (2005-2008) and Senior Region Account Manager (2000-2005).
Education and Expertise
Carolyn Hearn holds an MBA from the Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business and a BS in Business Administration from Bridgewater State University. Her educational background supports her expertise in developing and leading strategies that promote brand launches, sales, and market growth.
Professional Skills
Carolyn Hearn is known for her ability to develop and lead innovative strategies that bolster brand launches, sales, and company growth. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in brand strategy, planning, and growth initiatives. She is adept at managing large-scale projects, teams, and budgets, consistently delivering strong results.
Leadership Abilities
Throughout her career, Carolyn Hearn has earned a strong reputation for her leadership capabilities. She focuses on developing, coaching, and leading teams to achieve results that exceed expectations. Her work in various leadership roles demonstrates her commitment to fostering team growth and organizational success in the fast-paced commercial environments of the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.