Lois Howes

Lois Howes is a strategic business partner and functional leader with over two decades of experience, managing full P&L responsibilities and excelling in finance, portfolio management, reporting, and analytics.

She is known for her proactive leadership style, high standards, and dedication to achieving goals, manifesting a track record of delivering strong results as a key member of both local and global executive teams.

Lois's strengths lie in cross-functional and cross-cultural collaboration, professionalism, a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, and fostering open communication channels.

She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, graduating Magna Cum Laude from Grand Valley State University, and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Finance from Western Michigan University.

Notable roles in her career include serving as the Global Head of R&D Finance and Portfolio Management, Vice President and CFO, Controller US, and Finance Director at Novartis Animal Health.

Lois Howes's rich and diversified professional background positions her as a seasoned expert in financial management, strategic leadership, and fostering collaborative environments within organizations.