Jane Ward
About Jane Ward
Jane Ward is the Director of Communications at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 15 years of experience in the communications field across various industries, including pharmaceuticals and education.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Jane Ward serves as the Director of Communications at Bristol Myers Squibb. She commenced her role in October 2020, leveraging her extensive background in high-level communication roles. Her responsibilities include overseeing communication strategies and ensuring effective messaging aligns with the company's objectives. This position benefits from her rich experience garnered in various leadership roles across the pharmaceutical industry.
Previous Role at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals
Jane Ward was the Director of Portfolio Communications at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals from 2019 to 2020. During her one-year tenure, she focused on managing communication strategies related to the company’s portfolio. This role built on her extensive expertise, enhancing the company's ability to effectively communicate its portfolio offerings.
Experience in Global Communications at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
Jane served as the Global Director of External Communications at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics from 2016 to 2019. Over her three-year tenure, she played a pivotal role in managing external communications on a global scale, contributing significantly to the company's international outreach and branding efforts. Her work in this capacity underscored her ability to handle global communication strategies effectively.
Academic Role at NYU Stern School of Business
From 2014 to 2016, Jane held the position of Adjunct Professor at NYU Stern School of Business. In this role, she shared her communications expertise with graduate students, contributing to their educational development. Her experience in academia complements her professional roles, bridging the gap between industry practice and academic theory.
Career Progression at Bayer
Jane Ward demonstrated considerable career growth during her tenure at Bayer. She started as a Senior Manager of Communications from 2007 to 2010 and subsequently advanced to the role of Deputy Director of Communications from 2010 to 2016. Her progression within Bayer highlights her capability and the increasing responsibilities she undertook in communications.