Leah Goodman
About Leah Goodman
Leah Goodman is the Managing Director for Australia & New Zealand at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a strong background in leadership and market strategy.
Title and Current Position
Leah Goodman is the Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand at Bristol Myers Squibb, currently based in Australia. Her role involves overseeing operations, strategic initiatives, and leading the company’s regional presence in these areas.
Professional Background
Leah Goodman has garnered extensive experience across various regions and roles in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry. She has worked at Biointelect Pty Ltd as a Senior Consultant and Strategic Advisor, at ARCS Australia as a member of the Advisory Board for the ARCS Executive Signature Program, and as a Board Member of Medicines Australia. Leah also held leadership positions at the Merck Group as Managing Director Australia New Zealand / Country Speaker Merck KaG, Sanofi as Vice President and Regional Head JPAC / General Manager Japan, and numerous other impactful roles within Sanofi over several years.
Educational Background
Leah Goodman has a robust educational background with studies at several prestigious institutions. She studied 'The Genomics Era: The Future of Genetics in Medicine' at St George's, University of London. She completed the 'Leadership development top potential program' at INSEAD, 'Advanced Governance - Not for Profit Boards' at the Australian Institute of Company Directors, 'Leadership of Disruptive Change in Business' at Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and the 'Company Directors Program (GAICD)' at the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Additionally, Leah has an 'Authentic Leadership' certification from Harvard Business School, a Masters Degree in Commerce/Business from UNSW, and a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Biochemistry from UNSW.
Industry Experience
Leah Goodman has significant experience in the gene therapy market and has contributed significantly to market shaping efforts in multiple countries. Her career includes substantial involvement in industry associations, holding board positions in Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore. These roles have allowed her to contribute to key market-changing outcomes and achieve strong outcomes for the industry.
Global and Cultural Experience
Leah Goodman has lived and worked in diverse cultural environments including Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. Her international experience has enriched her leadership capabilities, enabling her to navigate and manage cross-cultural teams effectively.