Robert T. Yoder
About Robert T. Yoder
Robert T. Yoder is the Senior Vice President, Chief Business Officer, and Head of Commercial Operations at Trevena, with extensive experience in global commercial operations and business development.
Robert T. Yoder at Trevena
Robert T. Yoder is the Senior Vice President, Chief Business Officer, and Head of Commercial Operations at Trevena. He joined the company as Vice President of Commercial Operations and Sales in June 2018. Just a few months later, in December 2018, he was promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. His role at Trevena involves oversight of the company's business operations, driving commercial strategy, and ensuring efficient operational execution.
Professional Experience at Orexigen Therapeutics
Prior to joining Trevena, Robert T. Yoder served as Senior Vice President and Head of Global Commercial Operations, Alliance Management, and IT at Orexigen Therapeutics from March 2015 through June 2018. At Orexigen, he was instrumental in building the commercial infrastructure with a focus on innovative, efficient, and effective business processes and architecture. He also spearheaded external business development efforts, successfully delivering 11 partnership deals spanning 67 countries.
28 Years at Merck
Robert T. Yoder spent 28 years at Merck, where he held various roles of increasing responsibility across global business operations and commercial functions. He was responsible for overseeing and executing large-scale initiatives, including the integration following acquisitions. Yoder also led a range of organizational design and corporate change initiatives, contributing significantly to Merck's global operational strategies.
Educational Background of Robert T. Yoder
Robert T. Yoder holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Dickinson College. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Business Administration from Emory University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in the pharmaceutical and commercial operations sectors.