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Hugo VianaThe Executive MBA

Portuguese
Languages
    Portuguese / English / Spanish
Top Strengths
    Problem Solving / Critical Thinking / Decision Making / Multitasking
Future Professional Interests
    Technology / Life Sciences / Healthcare

Hugo Viana The Executive MBA

LIFE SCIENCE AND HEALTHCARE VISIONARY

With 13+ years of experience, Hugo is a global product manager specializing in Life Science and Healthcare. His expertise encompasses strategic marketing campaigns, business development, and multidisciplinary team management. Currently focused on Merck's Global Chemical Biology Business, he leverages his technical and business acumen to drive product ideation and launches, showcasing a knack for strategic planning and execution.

His journey has been marked by a deep involvement in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. He specializes in developing, managing, and executing strategic marketing campaigns and business development plans, all centered around product and workflow optimization.

Hugo's key achievement lies in the creation of effective go-to-market strategies, where he leads multidisciplinary teams through high-profile projects and crucial commercial marketing initiatives.

His strategic vision and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable asset. His recent role as the overseer of Merck's Global Chemical Biology Business highlights his pivotal contributions to the industry, shaping strategies and ensuring business segment success.

Languages
    Portuguese / English / Spanish
Top Strengths
    Problem Solving / Critical Thinking / Decision Making / Multitasking
Future Professional Interests
    Technology / Life Sciences / Healthcare
Academic Background
  • 2024
    The Executive MBA | Porto Business School, University of Porto
  • 2016
    PhD in Organic Chemistry | Universidade de Évora & Max Planck Institute
  • 2012
    MSc in Medicinal Chemistry | University of Braga
  • 2010
    BSc in Biomedical Sciences | University of Açores
Timeline
  • 2023 - (...)
    Global Product Manager | Merck KGaA, UK
  • 2017 - 2023
    Senior Life Science Business & Marketing Strategist – UK, Ire & Iberia | Merck KGaA, UK
  • 2016 - 2017
    Lead Product Development | Molecular Products, UK
  • 2013 - 2016
    Associate Researcher | University of Evora, PT