Carlyn Villani

Commercial leader with 20+ years in pharmaceuticals, biotech and healthcare innovation. I have navigated both start-up and big pharma environments and collaborated extensively with local, regional, and global sales, marketing and medical teams. My expertise lies in identifying and capitalising on commercial opportunities through partnerships, strategic product and business development, and product launches in addition to shaping brand identities through customer and patient insights. I bring expertise in operational management, including cost-efficiency, pricing strategy, and contract negotiation, combined with a focus on innovation, team empowerment, and long-term, sustainable growth. As an active member of executive leadership teams, I have contributed to ASX reporting, corporate governance, and strategic board discussions, influencing decisions that drive business direction, performance, and shareholder value. My strengths include: • Driving product and portfolio growth through strategic marketing, stakeholder engagement and post-marketing trial integration • Building partnerships across HCPs, regulators, industry groups and patient organisations to accelerate adoption and access • Launching and repositioning innovative therapies in complex and highly regulated markets • Operational excellence with a focus on efficiency, quality and sustainability while maintaining financial health. • Strategic leadership and board-level influence in shaping commercial, operational and organisational strategy Passionate about connecting science, strategy and execution, I'm focused on helping healthcare businesses innovate, grow and deliver better outcomes for patients.