Mario Fonseca
About Mario Fonseca
Mario Fonseca is the Director of Business Architecture - Innovation and Strategy at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Plainsboro, New Jersey, with a background in engineering and extensive experience in business architecture and consultancy.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Mario Fonseca serves as the Director of Business Architecture - Innovation and Strategy at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Plainsboro, New Jersey. In this capacity, he is responsible for defining the innovation strategy for the Business Architecture and Solutions team. His role includes leading the planning and execution of various business scenarios to implement streamlined processes and simplified operating models, emphasizing the importance of executive sponsorship for the success of Business Architecture.
Career History at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Mario Fonseca's career at Bristol-Myers Squibb began as an Independent Consultant from 2009 to 2012 in Princeton, New Jersey. He then progressed to Associate Director of Business Architecture from 2013 to 2015 in Plainsboro, New Jersey. His extensive experience at the company culminated in his current role where he plays a vital role in shaping the business architecture and innovation strategy.
Previous Role at Merck
Before his tenure at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Mario Fonseca worked at Merck as an Account Manager for USHH from 2007 to 2009. During his two years in this position, he developed a strong foundation in account management and business operations, which has contributed to his expertise in business architecture and strategy.
Educational Background
Mario Fonseca holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Ceramic Sciences and Engineering from Rutgers School of Engineering, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. He also studied at Rutgers University from 1992 to 1997. His academic background in engineering provided him with the technical expertise that complements his role in business architecture and innovation strategy.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Mario Fonseca has made significant contributions in his field, including developing a unique business process notation to illustrate current state processes and associated pain points. He initiated the practice of Business Architecture at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Commercial Operations, which has now become part of Business Insights & Analytics. His work emphasizes the critical importance of executive sponsorship for the success and effectiveness of business architecture.