Suzanne Drake
About Suzanne Drake
Suzanne Drake is a Technical Training Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Dublin, Ireland, with a diverse background in management and laboratory roles.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Suzanne Drake currently holds the position of Technical Training Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, she is responsible for developing and delivering both eLearning and instructor-led learning solutions. She applies adult learning principles to ensure the effectiveness of these training programs. Additionally, she manages vendor relationships to fulfill the technical training needs of the organization and monitors metrics and training management systems to evaluate the programs' efficiency.
Previous Experience in Management
Suzanne Drake has substantial experience in management roles. From 2017 to 2019, she was the General Manager at Kingfisher Restaurant in Dublin 1, where she oversaw daily operations and staff management. Prior to that, she was the Manager at City Break Apartments Dublin for 7 months from 2016 to 2017. These roles provided her with valuable experience in leadership and operational management.
Laboratory and Technical Background
Before transitioning into management, Suzanne Drake worked in various technical roles. She served as a Laboratory Technician at the Public Analysis Laboratory in Lower Grand Canal, Dublin, from 2012 to 2015. In 2011, she worked at Claymon Biomnis Laboratories in the field of Bio-medical Microbiology for 7 months. Suzanne started her career as a Dental Nurse at Marie Kane Dentistry, where she worked from 2006 to 2008. These positions helped her build a strong foundation in technical and laboratory work.
Educational Background in Science
Suzanne Drake studied at the Limerick Institute of Technology, where she earned a degree in Science, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Forensic Analysis, from 2008 to 2012. This educational background provided her with a comprehensive understanding of scientific principles and methodologies. She also completed her Leaving Certificate at Dunshaughlin Community College, where she studied from 2003 to 2008.
Responsibilities in Technical Training
As a Technical Training Specialist, Suzanne Drake is responsible for several key areas within Bristol Myers Squibb. She supports the Training Champion forum to enhance training initiatives and partners with various business functions to manage the technical training budget for assigned areas. Her role involves ensuring that training programs are effective and efficient, which she measures by monitoring specific metrics and utilizing training management systems.