Kurt Landwehr, MBA
About Kurt Landwehr, MBA
Kurt Landwehr, MBA, serves as the Regional Business Director Central at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, bringing over 13 years of experience in sales management and product training within the oncology and hematology sectors.
Current Role at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Kurt Landwehr serves as the Regional Business Director Central at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business operations and sales strategies in the Greater St. Louis Area. His focus includes driving growth and expanding the market presence of Deciphera's oncology products.
Previous Experience in Oncology Sales
Kurt Landwehr has extensive experience in oncology sales, having worked in various capacities for multiple pharmaceutical companies. He was a Senior Oncology Sales Specialist at Novartis from 2003 to 2006 and later at Eisai from 2006 to 2009. He also held the position of Regional Sales Manager at Spectrum Pharmaceuticals from 2009 to 2012. His background includes managing sales teams and developing strategies to promote oncology products.
Education and Expertise
Kurt Landwehr holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Truman State University, which he completed from 1984 to 1988. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Maryville University of Saint Louis, graduating in 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in sales management, product training, and field reimbursement within the oncology and hematology sectors.
Sales Management Experience
With over 13 years of experience in sales management, Kurt Landwehr has developed specialized skills in managing sales and reimbursement processes for oral oncolytics, chemotherapeutics, and injectables. His experience spans both clinic and hospital buy and bill marketplaces, allowing him to effectively navigate the complexities of oncology sales.
Career Progression in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Kurt Landwehr's career in the pharmaceutical industry began in 1998 at AstraZeneca, where he worked as an Oncology Sales Specialist until 2003. He then transitioned to various roles, including Regional Sales Manager at Bayer Pharmaceuticals and Regional Business Director at Sanofi Genzyme. His diverse experience across multiple companies has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical landscape.