Mike Minney
About Mike Minney
Mike Minney is the Senior Director of Policy & Government Relations for Intercontinental Markets at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in policy, government relations, sales, and training.
Title and Current Roles
Mike Minney holds the title of Senior Director, Policy & Government Relations, Intercontinental Markets at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. In this role since November 2019, Minney is responsible for overseeing policy and government relations across intercontinental markets. He is also concurrently employed as Senior Director at Celgene, handling roles in Corporate Affairs & Policy for international markets and international public affairs in the Greater New York City Area.
Experience at Celgene
Mike Minney has a long and varied career at Celgene, having served in numerous senior positions. His roles have included Senior Director, Global Health Access & International Public Affairs (2013-2014), Director of Operations, Global Health Access (2012-2013), and Director, Global Organization Development (2010-2011), among others. From 2008 to 2010, Minney was the Associate Director of Global Learning & Development, following a position as Senior Manager of Learning, Development & Training. Additionally, he served as District Sales Manager and Immunology Specialist earlier in his tenure at Celgene.
Background in Sales and Training
Mike Minney began his professional career with 15 years of experience as a Sales Representative and Hospital Account Manager in the Southeast United States. In 2002, he transitioned to Celgene, where he held multiple managerial positions focused on sales and training. Notably, he served as a Senior Manager in Sales Training and Learning Development, where he honed his expertise in developing and managing training programs for sales teams.
Education and Expertise
Mike Minney holds a Bachelor of Science in General Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point, obtained between 1978 and 1982. His education has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in policy, government relations, and corporate affairs. Minney’s engineering background complements his strategic roles in the pharmaceutical industry, especially in terms of problem-solving and analytical skills.
Achievements in Policy and Government Relations
Throughout his career, Mike Minney has garnered significant experience in policy and government relations. Currently, he directs these efforts for both Bristol-Myers Squibb and Celgene, focusing particularly on intercontinental markets. His work involves navigating complex regulatory environments and developing strategies to influence policy to align with corporate objectives. His senior roles in Global Health Access and International Public Affairs highlight his specialized expertise in managing global health initiatives and fostering international partnerships.