Rahul B.
About Rahul B.
Rahul B. serves as the Executive Director of Commercial Strategy and Operations at Insmed Incorporated, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Novartis, Gilead Sciences, and McKinsey & Company.
Work at Insmed
Rahul B. serves as the Executive Director of Commercial Strategy and Operations at Insmed Incorporated since 2016. In this role, he has spearheaded the rapid development of a commercial launch engine, establishing Insmed as a leader in the industry. He has expanded the company's global footprint by designing tailored market entry strategies that consider local market dynamics. Additionally, he has successfully commercialized Insmed's first drug for a rare pulmonary disease and implemented a limited specialty pharmacy network to enhance patient journey visibility.
Previous Experience at Novartis
Rahul B. held multiple positions at Novartis from 2009 to 2015. He served as the Director of Strategy and Sales Force Effectiveness for one year, followed by a role as Director of Key Account Management Excellence for two years. He then worked as a Managed Markets and Market Access Business Partner in the Cardiovascular and Respiratory Business Unit for three years. During his time at Novartis, he focused on delivering actionable insights to stakeholders through cloud-based information management and Qlik business intelligence tools.
Education and Expertise
Rahul B. holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, which he completed from 1988 to 1992. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, he studied at the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in commercial strategy and operations within the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience at McKinsey & Company
From 2004 to 2009, Rahul B. worked at McKinsey & Company as a Consultant and Engagement Manager. In this capacity, he contributed to various strategic initiatives, including the commercial assessment of business development opportunities. His experience at McKinsey helped him develop skills that are applicable to his current role at Insmed, particularly in strategic planning and operational effectiveness.
Achievements in Patient Support Programs
Rahul B. co-created an industry-leading patient support program that achieved a 90% enrollment rate and a Net Promoter Score exceeding 70. This initiative reflects his commitment to enhancing patient engagement and support within the healthcare sector. His ability to leverage insights from patients and caregivers has been instrumental in the program's success.