Clay Brian
About Clay Brian
Clay Brian serves as the Head of US Commercial Analytics & Operations at Kite Pharma, bringing extensive experience in healthcare and pharmaceutical sales. His background includes leadership roles at Gilead Sciences and Schering-Plough Corp, along with a history of advising state government on medical issues.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Clay Brian serves as the Head of US Commercial Analytics & Operations at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing commercial analytics and operational strategies within the organization. His work focuses on optimizing processes and enhancing the effectiveness of commercial initiatives in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience at Gilead Sciences
Clay Brian has extensive experience at Gilead Sciences, where he held multiple roles from 2009 to 2022. He served as Regional Sales Director from 2009 to 2015, followed by a position as Senior Regional Director of Market Development from 2016 to 2019. Most recently, he was the Director of Specialty Pharmacy and Trade Relations from 2019 to 2022. His tenure at Gilead was marked by significant contributions to sales and market development strategies.
Background in Healthcare Sales Management
Clay Brian's career in healthcare sales management includes a role as In-Patient Hospital Sales Manager at Schering-Plough Corp from 2005 to 2009. He also worked as a Manufacturer's Sales Representative at Midmark Corp for eight months in 1998-1999. His diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape.
Education and Expertise
Clay Brian studied Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University, where he completed his degree from 1994 to 1998. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, has provided him with expertise in various medical fields, including addiction medicine, oncology (CAR-T), and infectious disease. He has also developed skills in quality measures, budget impact analysis, and patient flow algorithms through EHR mining.
Community Involvement and Advisory Roles
In addition to his corporate roles, Clay Brian has served as a medical advisor to the state Governor, contributing his expertise to public health initiatives. His experience includes working with various healthcare settings, such as the Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DoD), and state health departments, demonstrating his commitment to improving healthcare delivery.