Rula Qassem

Biography

  As the CCO of Pharma International, and with 25 years of experience, Rula is leading the organization to achieve strong growth and execution in support of its business expansion goals. Prior to her role with PIC, Rula served in several leadership roles with Astra Zeneca including heading the Market Access and Government Affairs for the MEA region. During her time with Astra Zeneca she established the marketing unit operations and launches in the region focusing on Respiratory, Gastroenterology, Cardiovascular, CNS and Oncology therapeutic areas. Rula also held an executive management role with Elli Lilly & Co. where she focused her time on leading the launch of Diabetic products, Central Nervous System Antibiotics and Oncology therapeutic areas in the region. Earlier in her career, Rula worked in the Jordan Food and Drug Administration as a GMP inspector, after which she lectured in the Arab Community College. Rula holds a BSc in Pharmacy from the University of Jordan. She also holds an MBA in Marketing and Leadership from the University of Columbia in New York.

Research Interest

Pharma