Amy Rugo Zahler
About Amy Rugo Zahler
Amy Rugo Zahler is the Sr. Director, Head of Healthcare Compliance Operations at Alkermes, with over 15 years of experience in healthcare and corporate compliance roles.
Current Title and Role
Amy Rugo Zahler currently holds the position of Sr. Director, Head of Healthcare Compliance Operations at Alkermes. In this role, she oversees all aspects of healthcare compliance operations, ensuring that the company adheres to necessary regulations and policies within the pharmaceutical industry.
Career at Alkermes
Amy Rugo Zahler has been with Alkermes for over nine years, showcasing a steady progression in responsibility and expertise. She began as Associate Director, Healthcare Compliance from 2014 to 2018, then advanced to Director, Healthcare Compliance Operations from 2018 to 2021. Currently, she serves as Sr. Director, Head of Healthcare Compliance Operations. Her work has been crucial in maintaining compliance with healthcare standards and policies at Alkermes.
Previous Experience at Biogen Idec
Prior to her tenure at Alkermes, Amy Rugo Zahler spent seven years at Biogen Idec, where she held various roles. She was Sr. Manager, Corporate Compliance from 2012 to 2014 and Manager, Compliance Operations from 2009 to 2012. She began as Sr. Meeting & Convention Manager, Team Leader from 2007 to 2009. Her time at Biogen Idec was marked by a transition from meeting management to compliance operations, paving the way for her future career in healthcare compliance.
Educational Background
Amy Rugo Zahler earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Connecticut College, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. Her foundational education was completed at Boston Latin School, where she studied from 1991 to 1997. While there is no explicit mention of a legal or compliance-specific degree, her extensive career in compliance roles suggests additional training or expertise in these areas.
Expertise in Healthcare Compliance
Amy Rugo Zahler has over 15 years of experience in healthcare compliance and corporate compliance roles. She has a strong background in managing compliance operations within the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring adherence to complex healthcare regulations and policies. Her expertise has been honed through roles of increasing responsibility at both Biogen Idec and Alkermes.