Sonja Broyles
About Sonja Broyles
Sonja Broyles is the Director of GxP Training & Qualifications at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Greater Boston Area, with over a decade of experience in training development for GMP compliance.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Sonja Broyles serves as the Director of GxP Training & Qualifications at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Greater Boston Area. In this position, she is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of training programs that ensure compliance with good practice (GxP) standards across the organization.
Past Positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Sonja Broyles has held several positions at Bristol-Myers Squibb, reflecting a progressive career in training and compliance. From 2019 to 2020, she was the Associate Director of Training and Learning Standards in the Greater Boston Area. Prior to that, she served as the Associate Director of Training in the Syracuse, New York Area from 2018 to 2019. She also worked in Training and Quality Systems from 2016 to 2018 in the Greater Boston Area.
Previous Experience at Sanofi Genzyme
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Sonja Broyles worked at Sanofi Genzyme, where she held multiple roles from 2011 to 2016. Her positions included Associate Director of Development and Training, Expatriate Deputy Director IO L&D, and Site Manager D&T. She also served as a Manager and Principal Training Specialist at the company.
Educational Background
Sonja Broyles holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology from Northeastern University, which she earned between 2008 and 2010. She also received a Master's degree in Secondary Science Education from the University of Louisville in 1999. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from the University of Kentucky.
Industry Contributions and Mentorship
Sonja Broyles has significantly contributed to the field of pharmaceutical training and compliance. She has developed a comprehensive GxP training program and designed a blended learning curriculum at Bristol-Myers Squibb, enhancing employee compliance rates. She led the creation of e-learning modules reducing training time by 30%. In 2021, she presented on innovative training solutions at the ISPE conference. She also mentors junior instructional designers and training specialists, and received an internal award for excellence in instructional design and development in 2022.
Community Involvement
Beyond her professional achievements, Sonja Broyles is actively involved in community outreach programs focused on STEM education. She dedicates time to initiatives aimed at improving educational opportunities for underprivileged youth in the Greater Boston Area.