Patricia Drake
About Patricia Drake
Patricia Drake is a seasoned executive with over 32 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having held various leadership roles at Merck & Co. Inc. and serving as the Chief Commercial Officer at Sesen Bio.
Patricia Drake: Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer
Patricia Drake held the title of Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer during her distinguished career. Her extensive experience in high-level commercial roles has been marked by strategic leadership and significant growth achievements. Drake played crucial roles in various organizations, including Merck & Co. Inc. and Sesen Bio, demonstrating her expertise in constructing go-to-market strategies and building commercial organizations.
Patricia Drake's 32-Year Career at Merck & Co. Inc.
Patricia Drake retired from a notable 32-year career at Merck & Co. Inc. During her tenure, she held numerous U.S. and global commercial roles in marketing, sales, and strategy. Her experience spanned working in diverse geographical regions, contributing to the company's growth and success. One of her significant achievements at Merck was serving as Managing Director and CEO of Merck, Sharp & Dohme (MSD) Finland, where she led the Oncology team to a remarkable 56% year-on-year growth.
Commercial Leadership at Sesen Bio
At Sesen Bio, Patricia Drake served as the Chief Commercial Officer. In this role, she was instrumental in building the commercial organization and constructing the go-to-market strategy for their primary product. Despite the product receiving a Complete Response Letter (CRL), her efforts in establishing a strong commercial foundation underscored her strategic vision and leadership abilities.
Global Commercial Roles and Leadership Experience
Patricia Drake's career includes a wealth of global commercial roles and leadership experiences. For seven of the last ten years of her career, she held leadership positions outside the United States in Latin America, Canada, and Finland. As the Leader of U.S. Market Operations and Strategy Realization and Hospital Business Unit Leader in Canada, Drake successfully launched multiple commercial products. Her leadership in these markets showcased her ability to navigate complex commercial landscapes and deliver impactful results.