Tricia Mitcham
About Tricia Mitcham
Tricia Mitcham is an Area Business Director with extensive experience in developing Key Opinion Leader relationships and managing reimbursement challenges in the pharmaceutical industry. She has a strong background in multiple medical specialties and has successfully launched four rare disease products.
Current Role at Ardelyx
Tricia Mitcham serves as the Area Business Director at Ardelyx, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing business operations and strategies within her designated area. Her position involves developing key relationships and driving product adoption in the market.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Tricia Mitcham has held various positions in the pharmaceutical industry. She worked at PTC Therapeutics, Inc. as a Regional Account Manager from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, she was a Hospital/Acute Care Representative at Roche from 1998 to 2003 in the Lexington, Kentucky area. Additionally, she has experience as a Clinical Account Executive at ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in 2022, and as a Business Account Executive at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals from 2020 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Tricia Mitcham studied at the University of Kentucky, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business and Marketing from 1989 to 1993. She possesses expertise across multiple medical specialties, including endocrinology, gastroenterology, neurology, and pulmonology, as well as various surgical fields.
Skills in Managing Reimbursement Challenges
Tricia Mitcham has a strong background in managing reimbursement challenges within the pharmaceutical sector. She has experience navigating closed distribution models and addressing specialty pharmacy issues, which are critical for ensuring product accessibility and market success.
Track Record in Product Launches
Tricia Mitcham has a proven track record of launching four rare disease products. This experience highlights her understanding of the complexities involved in bringing niche therapies to market, including the strategic planning and execution required for successful product introduction.