Kevin O'neil
About Kevin O'neil
Kevin O'Neil is the Director of Leadership Development at Alkermes, with extensive experience in sales and leadership roles within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Current Role at Alkermes
Kevin O'Neil currently holds the position of Director Leadership Development at Alkermes. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing leadership development initiatives within the organization. His work focuses on nurturing and enhancing the skills of leaders to drive better organizational outcomes.
Previous Positions at Alkermes
Before becoming the Director Leadership Development, Kevin O'Neil served in several roles at Alkermes. From 2020 to 2022, he was the Associate Director, Leadership Development. Prior to that, he worked as the National Sales Director (Interim) from 2018 to 2019, and as a Hospital Business Leader from 2018 to 2020, both covering the West and Pacific Northwest regions.
Career at Eli Lilly and Company
Kevin O'Neil spent a significant portion of his career at Eli Lilly and Company. His roles included Sr. District Sales Manager in the San Francisco Bay Area (2017-2018) and Sacramento, California Area (2015-2017), and District Sales Manager in Sacramento (2013-2015) and San Francisco (2010-2013 and 2006-2009). He also served as an Area Sales Trainer (2003-2006) and Sales Representative (2001-2003). His tenure at Eli Lilly showcased his abilities in sales leadership and team development.
Early Career and Education
Kevin O'Neil began his career in sales at Physicians Clinical Laboratory from 1994 to 1997. He then worked at Upjohn Company as a Sales Representative from 1997 to 2001. He holds a BS in Biology, Chemistry from California State University-Chico, where he studied from 1990 to 1994. His foundational education and early career roles laid the groundwork for his extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
Expertise in Sales and Leadership
Kevin O'Neil has a well-rounded expertise in hospital sales, with a focus on psychiatry, diabetes, and cardiology. Additionally, he has a strong background in sales operations and team development within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. He is recognized for delivering top sales results and has notable experience in product launches and leadership roles. His career demonstrates a proven track record in both sales performance and people development.