Karen Peterson
About Karen Peterson
Karen Peterson is an Executive Territory Business Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, with over 20 years of experience in various roles at the company. She has a background in international policy and public health, having previously worked at the National Institutes of Health.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Karen Peterson is currently serving as the Executive Territory Business Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb, located in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. In this role, she focuses on oncology institutional sales targeting melanoma and lung cancer since 2012. She applies her extensive experience and knowledge to manage and strategize territory business operations effectively.
Previous Positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Karen Peterson has over 20 years of experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb, starting as an Associate Director of International Policy from 1997 to 2001. She was later promoted to the role of Senior Territory Business Manager, a position she held from 2001 to 2012, managing territory business operations across Greater Pittsburgh Area and Westchester County, NY. Her progression through these roles showcases her deep expertise and substantial contributions to the company's success.
Experience at National Institutes of Health
At the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Karen Peterson participated in the Presidential Management Internship Program from 1992 to 1995, gaining significant experience in public health policy. She then advanced to the role of Program Manager at NIH's Fogarty International Center from 1995 to 1997, where she managed international health initiatives, further solidifying her expertise in healthcare management.
Educational Background
Karen Peterson has a well-rounded educational background with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Spanish from the University of Vermont, completed in 1989. She furthered her studies at UC San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy, earning a Master's degree in Pacific International Affairs in 1992. Additionally, she has international academic experience from the Crandall School in Uruguay, Universite d'Avignon in France, and an internship program in Madrid, Spain, under the auspices of Lake Forest U.
Oncology Institutional Sales Experience
Since 2012, Karen Peterson has been involved in oncology institutional sales, specifically targeting melanoma and lung cancer. Her in-depth focus on these critical areas of oncology demonstrates her specialized knowledge and commitment to advancing cancer treatment options. This targeted effort highlights her role in driving impactful health outcomes in the oncology sector.