Laura Kerber (Wertman)
About Laura Kerber (Wertman)
Laura Kerber (Wertman) is the Director of Strategy & Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb in New Brunswick, New Jersey, with over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
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Laura Kerber (Wertman) currently serves as Director of Strategy & Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States.
Professional Experience
Laura Kerber has accumulated over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, working in various strategic and operational roles. She was a Senior Project Manager/PMO Lead at Sandoz Development Center in Tyrol, Austria, from 2020 to 2022, and a Project Manager/PMO Lead from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she held positions at Astellas Pharma as Associate Manager in Corporate Development: Initiative Management & Delivery/Operational Excellence, and at Hospira in roles such as Program Manager Operations, Strategy Development, Associate Validation Engineer, and CQA Analyst/CFE.
Education and Development
Laura Kerber earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Delaware, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She also attended Lehigh Carbon Community College from 2006 to 2008. During her time at the University of Delaware, she was involved in various roles including Resident Assistant, Senior Thesis Defendant and Grant Awardee, and was a member of the Women's Rowing team.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Besides her pharmaceutical roles, Laura has worked in various other capacities. At the University of Delaware, she served as Resident Assistant and was part of initiatives such as HENS (Helping Each Newcomer Succeed). She also gained experience as a Veterinary Technician at Allentown Animal Clinic, and held positions at PetSmart and Northern Valley Youth Soccer League earlier in her career. Laura's diverse background showcases her adaptability and breadth of experience across different sectors.
Leadership and Skills
Laura Kerber is recognized for her ability to drive change and build cross-functional capabilities. She excels in building alignment and driving performance in fast-moving and complex environments. A champion of values such as integrity, innovation, accountability, and collaboration, Laura exemplifies leadership qualities that foster a positive and productive work environment. Additionally, she is a One Young World Ambassador, representing young leaders on a global scale.