Blake Alexander
About Blake Alexander
Blake Alexander serves as the VP of Sales for North America at Watchmaker Genomics, where he has been since 2024. He has extensive experience in sales and business development within the Molecular IVD market, having executed over $400M in supply agreements and previously held senior roles at Mission Bio and ArcherDX.
Current Role at Watchmaker Genomics
Blake Alexander serves as the Vice President of Sales for North America at Watchmaker Genomics, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he oversees sales operations and strategy across the North American market. He also functions as the National Sales Director, a role he has been in since 2023. His responsibilities include leading the sales team, developing strategies to enhance market presence, and driving revenue growth.
Previous Experience in Biopharma Business Development
Prior to his current role, Blake worked at Mission Bio as the Senior Director of Biopharma Business Development from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he focused on establishing and nurturing business relationships within the biopharmaceutical sector. His experience also includes a significant role at ArcherDX, Inc. as Sales Director for the Western US and Latin America from 2016 to 2022.
Educational Background in Biology and Chemistry
Blake Alexander studied at Texas Tech University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Biology and Organic Chemistry from 1994 to 1997. He also pursued studies at Texas A&M University and Case Western Reserve University, further enhancing his academic foundation in the sciences.
Expertise in Sales and Business Development
Blake has a strong background in sales and business development, having transitioned from laboratory roles to leadership positions. He specializes in creating diverse sales teams that exceed performance benchmarks in the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) market. His experience includes executing over $400 million in long-term B2B supply agreements and implementing international OEM business relationships.
Leadership in Sales Strategy and Team Development
In his various roles, Blake has developed and executed strategies to foster growth in developing markets. He works across business units to enable sales teams to leverage the full product portfolio. Additionally, he crafts incentive compensation plans designed to drive sales of targeted products, demonstrating his commitment to aligning team performance with organizational goals.