Jay Kizer

Global Markets Managing Director, Life Sciences
Korn/Ferry International
Web site: kornferry.com
jay.kizer@kornferry.com

Sector specialization: Consumer health/OTC; specialty pharmaceuticals; pharmaceuticals; biotech; medical device

Job function specialization: CEO, General Management, Board, Commercial (sales, marketing, business development), Research & Development

Geographical focus: Global with focus in North America.

Career advice: Have a strong backbone, build and mentor a great supporting team around you. Always be ten steps ahead of your competitors and watch the bottom line. Don’t forget where you came from.

Qualities sought in candidates: Vision, charisma and intellect are the more obvious. Proven track record of execution success is even more important. Strong knowledge/understanding of stakeholders, including compassion for employees. Global.

Favorite historical figure: Ronald Reagan embodies much of what I seek in a leader: charisma, ability to execute, surround self with good team, compassion

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