Melissa Hara
About Melissa Hara
Melissa Hara is the Head of Business Operations at The Climate Corporation, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in leading large-scale global projects, including the integration of Monsanto into Bayer, and has held various roles in the pharmaceutical industry across multiple countries.
Current Role at The Climate Corporation
Melissa Hara serves as the Head of Business Operations at The Climate Corporation since 2020. In this role, she oversees various operational functions and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's performance in the agricultural technology sector. Her leadership focuses on driving efficiency and innovation within the organization, leveraging her extensive background in business operations.
Experience in Business Operations and Integration
Hara led the integration of Monsanto into Bayer, marking the largest acquisition in Bayer's history. She has held several key positions at Bayer Crop Science, including Project Director for Post-Merger Integration from 2017 to 2019, and Marketing Operations Director for LATAM from 2019 to 2020. Her experience encompasses managing large-scale global projects and preparing for an IPO of a chemical business.
Educational Background
Melissa Hara has a diverse educational background. She studied at INSEAD, where she completed an Executive Education program focused on Leadership Transition. Additionally, she earned an Executive MBA from ESMT European School of Management and Technology. Hara also holds a Bachelor's degree in Social Communication with a focus on Advertising from Universidade de São Paulo.
Pharmaceutical Industry Experience
Hara possesses 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing, working across local, regional, and global levels. Her career includes roles at Schering AG and Schering Mexicana, where she held positions such as Product Manager for Oncology and Regional Business Unit Head for Oncology LATAM. This extensive experience has provided her with insights into diverse cultures and markets.
Early Career and Internships
Melissa Hara began her career with internships at Schering do Brasil and Schering AG, where she gained foundational experience in marketing and business operations. Her early roles included Marketing Services Analyst and Trainee, which set the stage for her subsequent leadership positions in the pharmaceutical industry.