Richard Farmer, MBA
About Richard Farmer, MBA
Richard Farmer, MBA, serves as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at OPKO Health, Inc., where he has received multiple awards for his sales performance and leadership. He has a diverse background in sales and training across various pharmaceutical companies and holds an MBA from Rice Business.
Current Role at OPKO Health
Richard Farmer serves as the Director of Strategic Initiatives at OPKO Health, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies that align with the company's objectives. His responsibilities include overseeing strategic projects and managing relationships with international commercial partners.
Previous Experience at OPKO Health
Prior to his current position, Richard Farmer held multiple roles at OPKO Health, Inc. He worked as a Regional Sales Manager from 2017 to 2023, where he was recognized for maintaining a stable and top-performing sales team with low turnover. He also served as a Renal Sales Specialist for 10 months in 2016, contributing to the company's sales efforts in Houston, Texas.
Education and Expertise
Richard Farmer earned his MBA in Business Administration from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business, studying from 2006 to 2008. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Entomology from Texas A&M University, which he completed from 1992 to 1996. His educational background supports his extensive experience in sales and training across various healthcare companies.
Recognition and Awards
Throughout his career, Richard Farmer has received several accolades, including seven Presidents Club Awards, four of which were achieved during his tenure as a Regional Sales Manager at OPKO Health. He also received the Platinum Encore Award at Johnson & Johnson for his role in the 'Stretch for Success' preceptorship, highlighting his skills in cross-franchise collaboration.
Diverse Professional Background
Richard Farmer has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. His experience includes positions at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals as an Acthar Specialist and Field Sales Trainer, and at Johnson & Johnson as a Sr. Academic Immunology Specialist. He also served as a Commercial Account Manager at Orkin Pest Control and a Territory Manager at Align Technology.