Brenda Carrano Smiley
About Brenda Carrano Smiley
Brenda Carrano Smiley is the Executive Associate to the President of Global Research and Early Development at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 15 years of experience supporting C-level pharmaceutical management.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Brenda Carrano Smiley is with Bristol Myers Squibb, serving as the Executive Associate to the President of Global Research and Early Development. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, her role involves supporting executive leadership in high-stakes environments. She plays a key part in the company's strategic and operational goals through her extensive experience and expertise.
Previous Experience at Celgene
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Brenda Carrano Smiley held multiple senior executive assistant roles at Celgene. Between 2007 and 2019, she worked closely with the CFO and the President of Global Research & Early Development. Her tenure at Celgene spanned over a decade, during which she contributed to the company's strategic initiatives from its Summit, New Jersey office.
Role at Reliant Pharmaceuticals
From 2001 to 2006, Brenda Carrano Smiley served as an Executive Assistant Paralegal at Reliant Pharmaceuticals in Liberty Corner, New Jersey. Her responsibilities included extensive paralegal work and supporting executive leadership, indicating her versatile skill set within the pharmaceutical industry.
Early Career at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP
Brenda Carrano Smiley began her career as an Executive Legal Assistant at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. She worked there from 1995 to 2001, accumulating six years of experience in legal assistance. This role provided her foundational skills that she later applied in more senior positions within the pharmaceutical sector.
Educational Background
Brenda Carrano Smiley holds a diverse educational background. She earned an Associate of Science in Business from Middlesex County College in Edison, New Jersey. Additionally, she obtained a Paralegal Certificate from the American Institute of Paralegal Studies in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and a Certificate in Computerized Office Skills from the Institute of Business Careers in Highland Park, New Jersey.