Terence O'sullivan
About Terence O'sullivan
Terence O'Sullivan serves as the VP and General Manager of the International Division at Kite Pharma, focusing on the strategic distribution of advanced medical therapies. With extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, he has held leadership roles at various companies, including Novartis and Teva Pharmaceuticals, and has a strong background in international markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Terence O'Sullivan serves as the Vice President and General Manager of the International Division at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Los Angeles, California. In this role, he focuses on the strategic distribution of advanced medical therapies, particularly in international markets. His leadership is integral to the company's efforts in expanding its reach in the Asia-Pacific region.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Prior to his current role, O'Sullivan worked at Kite Pharma as the Vice President and Head of China and Japan from 2020 to 2021. During this year-long tenure in the New York City Metropolitan Area, he contributed to the company's initiatives in these significant markets, enhancing the company's presence in Asia.
Career at Novartis
O'Sullivan held various positions at Novartis Oncology, where he was involved in strategic roles from 2011 to 2019. His roles included Global Portfolio & Launch Director, Global Head of Strategy & Operations for CAR-T, and Head of CART for International Markets. His work at Novartis focused on expanding the reach of cellular therapies, particularly CAR-T therapies, across international markets.
Education and Qualifications
O'Sullivan has a strong educational background with multiple degrees. He earned a Master of Business Administration from Cass Business School between 2010 and 2012. He also completed an Executive MBA at the same institution during the same period. Earlier, he studied at the University of Leeds, where he obtained a Post Graduate in International Strategy & Marketing in 2008 and a degree in Neuroscience from 1999 to 2002.
Board Membership at Fosun Kite
Since 2021, O'Sullivan has served as a Board Member at Fosun Kite, based in Shanghai, China. In this capacity, he contributes to the strategic direction and governance of the organization, leveraging his extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.