Siegfried Gschliesser
About Siegfried Gschliesser
Siegfried Gschliesser serves as the Executive Vice President for Asia and Russia at IBA, bringing extensive expertise in the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. He has a strong background in R&D, production, regulatory affairs, and business development, along with significant experience in managing companies through various growth phases.
Work at IBA
Siegfried Gschliesser has served as the Executive Vice President (EVP) for Asia and Russia at IBA since 2016. His role involves overseeing operations and strategic initiatives in these regions, contributing to the company's growth and market presence. His extensive background in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries supports his leadership in this position.
Education and Expertise
Siegfried Gschliesser holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacy from Taipei Medical University, obtained between 2013 and 2016. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Pharmaceutical Technology from Leopold-Franzens Universität Innsbruck, completing his studies from 1997 to 2004. Additionally, he studied Organic Chemistry at National Kaohsiung Normal University for one year. His educational background is complemented by a Finance for Executives program at Harvard Business School in 2008.
Background
Siegfried Gschliesser has lived in Asia for 20 years, gaining significant experience in the region. He is fluent in English, German, and Mandarin Chinese, and possesses intermediate proficiency in Japanese and Korean. His language skills enable effective communication across diverse markets.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current role at IBA, Siegfried Gschliesser held several significant positions in the pharmaceutical industry. He served as CEO of Alvogen Asia from 2011 to 2016 and was the Country Head for Taiwan and Singapore at Sandoz from 2006 to 2011. His career also includes roles at Merck Serono and Sandoz, where he managed various business units and projects.
Achievements in Management
Siegfried Gschliesser has extensive experience in managing companies through various stages, including start-up, growth, turnaround, and mergers. He possesses strong skills in P&L and balance sheet management, with a track record of increasing revenues and profits while managing larger teams.