Eric Lefrancois, Ll.B., MBA
About Eric Lefrancois, Ll.B., MBA
Eric Lefrancois is the Patient Access Director at Bristol Myers Squibb in Montréal, Québec, Canada, with extensive experience in market access and sales within the pharmaceutical industry.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Eric Lefrancois currently holds the position of Patient Access Director at Bristol Myers Squibb in Montréal, Québec, Canada. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategies that ensure patients' access to necessary medications. His extensive background in market access and sales within the pharmaceutical industry supports his efforts in navigating the complexities of patient access and regulatory landscapes.
Previous Experience at 360Medlink Inc
Eric Lefrancois briefly served as Chief Operating Officer at 360Medlink Inc in 2020, operating from the Région de Montréal, Canada. During his five-month tenure, he was responsible for overseeing daily operations and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's market position within the healthcare industry.
Biopharmaceutical Consulting at Atheneum
From 2019 to 2020, Eric Lefrancois worked as a Biopharmaceutical Consultant at Atheneum in the Région de Montréal, Canada. Over the course of nine months, he provided expert advice and support on various biopharmaceutical projects, leveraging his extensive industry experience to drive strategic decision-making.
Market Access Leadership at Avir Pharma Inc
Eric Lefrancois held multiple director-level positions at Avir Pharma Inc between 2017 and 2019, including Market Access Director and Market Access and Sales Director. His responsibilities included developing and executing strategies to ensure successful market access for Avir Pharma's products, as well as leading the sales team to meet corporate objectives.
Educational Background
Eric Lefrancois holds a Master's in Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on finance from Université de Montréal - HEC Montréal, which he obtained between 1995 and 1997. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Law degree at Université de Montréal from 1989 to 1992. His educational background in both law and finance provides him with a robust foundation for his roles in market access and strategic planning.
Early Career at Merck and Novartis
Eric Lefrancois began his career at Merck, where he held various roles including Senior Financial Analyst, Market Research Specialist, and Promotion Manager over a span of nearly a decade from 1998 to 2007. He later moved to Novartis, serving as Sales Trainer, Brand Manager, and Senior Sales Analyst. These roles equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in financial analysis, market research, and sales strategy.