Ken Lepitre
About Ken Lepitre
Ken Lepitre is the National Director of Sales, US Thoracic at Novocure with over 20 years of experience in biotech sales and marketing, specializing in oncology and transplant brands.
Current Position at Novocure
Ken Lepitre currently serves as the National Director of Sales, US Thoracic at Novocure. In this role, he is responsible for leading the sales efforts for the US thoracic segment. His responsibilities include developing strategic sales plans, managing high-performance teams, and driving the execution of integrated marketing and communication plans. Ken brings his extensive experience in biotech sales and marketing to his current position.
Previous Role at GSK
From 2020 to 2023, Ken Lepitre worked at GSK as Senior Vice President of Oncology. During this tenure, he led strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's oncology sales and marketing operations. His leadership contributed to the effective launch and promotion of oncology products, driving significant growth and visibility for GSK in the industry.
Experience at Sanofi Genzyme
Ken Lepitre has an extensive history with Sanofi Genzyme, where he held various positions, including Vice President/Head of Sales Oncology & Transplant, National Sales Director, Director of Zaltrap & Eloxatin Brand Teams, and Senior Product Manager for Eloxatin Marketing. His tenure spanned from 2000 to 2020, during which he developed strategic plans and successfully launched multiple oncology and transplant products. His contributions were pivotal in optimizing resources and processes within the organization.
Educational Background
Ken Lepitre holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from Saint Joseph's University - Erivan K. Haub School of Business. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. His educational background provided a solid foundation for his career in sales and marketing within the biotech industry.
Industry Expertise and Skills
Ken Lepitre has over 20 years of experience in biotech sales and marketing, with a specialty in oncology and transplant brands. His expertise includes leadership development, strategic planning, brand management, and sales operations. Ken is known for coaching and developing leaders to manage high-performance teams and coordinating multiple work streams effectively. His passion for the biotech industry drives him to create integrated marketing and communication plans that optimize resources and improve processes.