Dean Smith
About Dean Smith
Dean Smith is the Associate Director of Field Reimbursement at Alkermes in Dublin, Ireland, with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a background in marketing and communications.
Current Title at Alkermes
Dean Smith is currently serving as the Associate Director of Field Reimbursement at Alkermes, located in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing reimbursement strategies and ensuring the efficient management of field reimbursement activities.
Previous Experience at GSK
Dean Smith held multiple positions at GSK over a span of several years. He started as a Consumer Healthcare Sales Representative in 2003, then moved on to become a Senior Executive Sales Representative. His responsibilities expanded as he took on the role of Urology Specialist from 2011 to 2013, and later, he served as an Account Manager for Immunology and Rare Diseases for three years. In 2017, he became the Payer Relations Manager before leaving the company in 2018.
Role at Viiv Healthcare
Dean Smith served as an Account Manager at Viiv Healthcare from 2013 to 2014 in Brentford, Ealing, United Kingdom. In this position, he was involved in managing accounts and building relationships within the healthcare industry, particularly focusing on the HIV therapeutic area.
Educational Background
Dean Smith studied at Lipscomb University, where he majored in Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications. He completed his four-year degree program from 1988 to 1992. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in communication strategies and public relations, which have been beneficial in his professional roles.
Expertise in Field Reimbursement
Dean Smith has extensive experience in managing field reimbursement strategies, particularly in chronic disease management. His expertise includes product launches in therapeutic areas such as rheumatology, HIV, and cardiology. His strategic skills have been crucial in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the healthcare industry.