Brent Rasmussen
About Brent Rasmussen
Brent Rasmussen serves as the Executive Director of Global Marketing at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Cornell University and has extensive experience in marketing within the biotechnology and oncology sectors.
Work at Kite Pharma
Brent Rasmussen has been with Kite Pharma since 2020, initially serving as Senior Director of Global Marketing before advancing to the role of Executive Director of Global Marketing in 2021. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and initiatives within the organization, which is focused on developing innovative cancer therapies. His work is based in Santa Monica, California, where he contributes to the company's mission in the biotechnology sector.
Education and Expertise
Brent Rasmussen holds a Master of Business Administration from the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, where he studied from 1999 to 2001. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular Biology from the University of Colorado Boulder, completing his studies from 1990 to 1994. His educational background supports his expertise in market planning, forecasting, competitive intelligence, and strategic thinking, particularly within the oncology field.
Background
Before joining Kite Pharma, Brent Rasmussen gained experience in the pharmaceutical industry through various roles. He worked as a Pricing Analyst at Roche Pharmaceuticals for three months in 2000 and served as an Associate Marketing Consultant at Eli Lilly from 2001 to 2005. His career has been marked by a focus on scientific marketing and sales, particularly in brand management within the biotechnology sector.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Brent Rasmussen has developed skills in market planning and forecasting, particularly in oncology. His expertise in competitive intelligence and strategic thinking has been instrumental in shaping marketing strategies at Kite Pharma. His background in scientific marketing and sales has contributed to his effectiveness in brand management within the biotechnology industry.