Sean Alford
About Sean Alford
Sean Alford is the Associate Director Marketing, Thought Leader Liaison at Alkermes in Indiana, United States, with extensive experience in healthcare sales and strategic planning.
Professional Title: Associate Director Marketing, Thought Leader Liaison
Sean Alford is currently serving as the Associate Director Marketing, Thought Leader Liaison at Alkermes. He operates out of Indiana, United States, contributing significantly to the company’s strategic marketing initiatives. His role as Thought Leader Liaison involves collaboration with industry experts to enhance the company's market presence and influence.
Career at Alkermes
Sean Alford has an extensive career at Alkermes, beginning in 2015. From 2015 to 2021, he served as District Business Leader where he managed a team of sales representatives, overseeing operations and strategy implementation in Indiana. In his current role as Associate Director Marketing, Thought Leader Liaison, he continues to drive business development and strategic market initiatives.
Previous Roles in Sales Management
Before joining Alkermes, Sean Alford held several pivotal roles in sales management. He was the District Sales Manager at inVentiv Health from 2014 to 2015 and worked at Medtronic as a Sales Representative in the Interstim Division from 2012 to 2014. Earlier in his career, he served as Regional Sales Manager at Astellas Pharma and District Sales Manager at Pfizer Pharmaceuticals.
Education and Training
Sean Alford completed his Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Indiana University Bloomington. His education provided a foundation that supported his extensive career in the healthcare sales sector, equipping him with critical skills for strategic planning, sales, and management.
Experience in Strategic Planning and Team Management
Sean Alford has a proven record in strategic planning and team management. He has successfully managed budgets and teams of 9-12 sales representatives and has been deeply involved in hiring, training, and developing sales representatives at both district and regional levels. His experience includes working in managed care, gaining formulary acceptance through P&T committees, and building high-performing teams.