Javier Valera

Javier Valera is a Life Sciences Business Executive Leader with a diverse background in Biotech, Pharma, and Medical Devices. With both an MBA and a Physician degree, he is dedicated to achieving profitable business growth through innovative market access strategies and creative partnerships in the evolving Healthcare sector.

His expertise lies in areas such as Business Acumen, Commercial Effectiveness, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and Team Development. Javier has a proven track record of driving double-digit profitable growth even in challenging environments like in Portugal.

He is known for his talent and culture transformation initiatives focusing on Purpose, Accountability, Teamwork, and Mathematics. Javier has been recognized as one of the 20 Best Managers of People in Portugal and has received the OCI Prize for his outstanding contributions.

Throughout his career, Javier has led initiatives in Commercial Effectiveness, Market Access, new Business Model incorporations, and governance enhancements. He has successfully managed business integrations and crisis situations while maintaining a strong focus on Corporate Communications, Business Ethics, and Regulatory Compliance.

Javier's skill set also includes building extensive networks with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), negotiating with Hospital Administrations, lobbying with Ministries of Health and Healthcare Authorities, and creating impactful strategies to influence regulations and guidelines in the industry.

He has achieved remarkable success in sales management, product development, regulatory compliance, and new market establishment. Javier played a key role in launching new divisions, products, and systems in companies like Synthes Medical and Baxter International Inc. across various regions.

With a solid educational background that includes degrees in Marketing, Medicine, Surgery, and multiple Executive MBA programs, Javier Valera brings a unique blend of expertise and knowledge to the table. He is also well-versed in Corporate Governance, Corporate Finance, and Training and Development programs.

Currently serving as the Managing Director at ESTEVE, Javier has previously held key positions at reputable organizations such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Pulmocor, Baxter International Inc., SYNTHES MEDICAL - DePuy, Smith & Nephew, and MENARINI - GUIDOTTI FARMA Labs.

Javier Valera can be contacted at xvalera@gmail.com or +351 915185915 for collaborations and discussions about potential opportunities.