Allison Leake
About Allison Leake
Allison Leake is the National Sales Director at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a strong background in both human resources and sales management.
Title and Current Role
Allison Leake is currently the National Sales Director at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she oversees national sales strategies and initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in various sales and marketing capacities within the pharmaceutical industry.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Allison Leake has a long-standing career at Bristol Myers Squibb, starting in 2002 as a Primary Care Sales Representative. She subsequently held roles as a Speciality Representative (2003-2011), Regional Marketing- Neuroscience (2011-2013 in Ontario), Regional Business Manager (2013-2020), and Product Manager in 2020. Her progressive career trajectory within the company underscores her expertise and adaptability in multiple facets of sales and marketing.
Early Career and Human Resources Experience
Before transitioning to the pharmaceutical industry, Allison Leake worked as a Human Resources Manager at IKEA Group from 1997 to 1999 in the Ottawa, Canada Area. This experience provided her with foundational skills in talent management and organizational development, which have been instrumental in her subsequent roles.
Educational Background
Allison Leake holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Queen's University. She furthered her education by earning a Public Relations Certificate in Business/Corporate Communications from Humber College. These educational qualifications have equipped her with a diverse skill set that supports her multifaceted career.
Extensive Experience in Pharmaceutical Sales and Marketing
With over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Allison Leake has extensive expertise particularly in neuroscience marketing. Her career includes significant leadership roles where she has demonstrated her capabilities in driving sales growth and managing complex marketing strategies.