Christie Michael
About Christie Michael
Christie Michael serves as the Area Business Director for Nephrology at Ardelyx, Inc. and has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including a notable tenure at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
Current Role at Ardelyx
Christie Michael serves as the Area Business Director for Nephrology at Ardelyx, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing business operations and strategic initiatives within the nephrology division. Her work focuses on enhancing product awareness and driving sales in the San Diego area. She has been instrumental in developing strategies to engage healthcare professionals and improve patient outcomes.
Previous Experience at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.
Christie Michael worked at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. for a total of 11 years, holding positions as a Cardiovascular Sales Representative and Sr. Hospital Representative. From 2004 to 2007, she was a Cardiovascular Sales Representative in San Diego, where she developed a comprehensive strategy for product launch by thoroughly investigating and documenting all parts of the territory. From 2004 to 2015, she served as a Sr. Hospital Representative in Riverside, Loma Linda, San Bernardino, and Palm Springs.
Education and Expertise
Christie Michael holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Arizona State University, where she studied Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. Additionally, she has a BA from Oklahoma State University. Her educational background has equipped her with skills in communication and marketing, which she applies in her current role in the pharmaceutical industry.
Achievements in Disease State Education
In her career, Christie Michael has provided pre-FDA approval disease state education to 138 nephrologists in the Inland Empire and San Diego. She achieved a national ranking of 7 out of 30 in a Disease State Campaign, surpassing the national average with 309 target calls compared to 237. These accomplishments reflect her commitment to educating healthcare professionals and promoting effective treatment options.