RECIPHARM - Key Persons
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- Sustainability Is Important for Me When Choosing a Workplace. After All
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- Chairman of the Audit Committee
- Board Member / Chair of the Audit Committee
Emmanuel joined Recipharm in February 2022 as Group General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Board Secretary. In his role, Emmanuel directs his focus towards governance, M&A & divestitures, corporate compliance, disputes & litigation, contract management. Striking the right balance between challenge and support, he facilitates optimal decision-making and enables businesses to achieve organisational and cultural change and mitigates risks pragmatically. Emmanuel plays a vital role in efficiently supporting business strategy and goals, seizing commercial opportunities, and strategically placing Legal, Compliance, IP, and Data protection functions at the core of the group's corporate strategy.
Emmanuel brings a broad international experience, having studied or worked in Switzerland, Hong Kong, Japan, and Dubai. Prior to joining Recipharm, he served as Group General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for PHC Group (former Panasonic Healthcare) and held various Legal & Compliance leadership positions for the Bayer Group, after having worked in private practice for a Swiss leading law firm.
A Swiss-qualified lawyer, Emmanuel holds a Lic. Jur. from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, an LL.M. from the City University of Hong Kong, and a Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) accreditation.
Greg Behar joined Recipharm as CEO on 1 January 2024.
With a profound commitment to a 'customer-first' approach, Greg's vision for Recipharm is to be the leader in delivering high-quality solutions that drive success for its customers.
Greg joined Recipharm from Nestle Health Science (NHSc) where he was CEO, and a member of the Nestlé Executive Board. Prior to NHSc, Greg held the position of CEO at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals USA and led a zone leadership for the Group. His extensive experience includes pivotal roles at Novartis in general management, sales and marketing in Spain and the European zone. Greg also worked at Novartis in general management, sales and marketing roles.
Currently serving on the boards of Sonova AG and Amazentis SA, Greg has a notable history of board memberships, including Prometheus Bioscience (acquired in 2023 by Merck for $11Bio), Seres Therapeutics, and Axcella Health.
Greg holds an MBA from INSEAD, a Masters in Engineering from the Institute of Technology of Switzerland (EPFL) and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA.
Gregor joined Recipharm in 2021, as head of the Group's OSD business unit. Since then, he has been actively fostering a customer-centric culture within the organisation, demonstrating unwavering commitment to business growth through improved customer experiences. In January 2024, Gregor was appointed Chief Commercial Officer for the Group, guiding Recipharm towards a focus on commercial excellence as a core aspect of its operations.
With a rich background in commercial roles within the pharma and biotech industry, Gregor brings a wealth of experience to his role. Before joining Recipharm, Gregor served as the Chief Commercial Officer at Albumedix and CCO and head of Sales and marketing at IDT Biologika, as well as European Sales director at Catalent Pharma Solution, and key account director at Next Pharma. His commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs has been a consistent theme throughout his career.
Gregor holds a Masters in Political Sciences from the University of Cologne.
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- Head of Communication
- Head of Communications at LGC
Guenaelle joined Recipharm in October 2022 as Head of Communication for the Group.
Leveraging her strategic communication expertise, Guenaelle plays a crucial role in elevating Recipharm's communication and fostering a vibrant organisational culture. Driven by the power of effective communication, she advances the corporate brand visibility through media relations, digital communication and employee engagement. Guenaelle enjoys spotlighting successes and the exceptional contributions and accomplishments of individuals to the organisation's overall success.
A true believer that "No one can whistle a symphony, it takes a whole orchestra to play it", Guenaelle thrives on teamwork and collaboration, at all levels in the organisation. Her wealth of experience extends to leading communication strategies for M&A, divestment and organisational transformations. She is a seasoned spokesperson, possessing extensive expertise in developing effective communication approaches amid crises and issues to safeguard the brand.
With a rich background in working for both private and listed organisations, Guenaelle has served as the Head of Communications at LGC and prior experiences encompass diverse communication and marketing responsibilities at Air Products, Inc. and Logica PLC.
Guenaelle holds a BA (Hons) in European Business Administration from Middlesex University (UK) and from the CESEM (Reims, France) and the CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management.
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- Head of Human Resources
- Head of Human Resources for the Recipharm Group
Jackie was appointed Head of Human Resources for the Recipharm Group, in January 2024. In her pivotal role, Jackie directs her efforts towards overseeing the Human Resources function for the entire Group. She is dedicated to ensuring that HR policies, processes and activities align seamlessly with the overarching Group strategy. Jackie is deeply passionate about promoting respect and inclusion within the workplace, fostering a collaborative culture that enhances the overall employee experience.
Jackie's journey with Recipharm began in October 2018, marked by the acquisition of the Holmes Chapel, UK, site from Sanofi, where Jackie was a member of the Site Leadership Team and Head of HR.
Before moving into Human Resources, Jackie held various roles, including the Holmes Chapel site Operations management as well as leading functions within Product Development and Quality, showcasing her versatility and leadership skills. This diverse background equips Jackie with a unique perspective, allowing her to integrate operational insights into her HR leadership role. Her ability to lead from the front and deliver results in a changing environment has ensured her continued success and will promote the future success and well-being of the Recipharm Group.
Jackie holds a BSC (Hons) in Chemistry from Leicester University, UK, a Post Graduate Certificate in Management and the CIPD Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management.
Joaquim joined Recipharm in April 2023 as CFO. With his comprehensive financial acumen and international perspective, Joaquim significantly contributes to Recipharm's strategic financial management and overall success, supporting the business growth through the careful management of the company's financial resources, optimising investment decisions and ensuring fiscal responsibility across all facets of the Group.
Prior to his appointment, Joaquim served as CFO for Sonova AG's Hearing Instruments Division, leveraging his extensive international experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, with notable roles at GSK and Novartis across Europe, the US, Asia, and Latin America.
Joaquim holds an BSc and MSc in Industrial Engineering from ETSEIB (Spain) / ENSIMEV (France) and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management (USA).
Luc joined Recipharm in April 2022 as Chief Operating Officer. His role involves not only overseeing manufacturing operations but also aligning them with the overarching goals of the organisation, ensuring a seamless integration of operational efficiency with customer satisfaction. Luc leads the Group's business processes and spearheads its digitalisation strategy. Additionally, he supervises regulatory affairs, quality management, and Health and Safety initiatives throughout the organisation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. His strategic vision and hands-on experience position him as a key driver in Recipharm's operational success and the Group's ability to deliver high-quality solutions to its customers.
Drawing on his extensive global industrial experience, Luc specialises in cultivating profitable, sustainable and resilient supply chain and operations activities for international corporations. Throughout his extensive career, he has held instrumental positions, notably as the Head of Operations at Sartorius Stedim Biotech, and as the Managing Director at Catalent Pharma Solutions, where he actively shaped the company's strategic trajectory. Luc's professional journey also includes holding various leadership positions at Forvia, where he demonstrated his proficiency in Quality, Research and Development, and Lean Operations. His multifaceted expertise has been instrumental in shaping operational strategies and optimising processes to achieve efficiency and quality in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Luc holds an Adv. M. Sci. in Inventive Design from the French National Institute of Applied Science, a BSc in Quality Management from the University of Paris Cergy-Pontoise, and a BTech in Electronics from Strasbourg's High Tech School.
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- Finance & Accounting Controller, Portugal
I am proud to work for Recipharm because of the fact that our work contributes to enhancing the health of people all over the world. Moreover, this is a company with a stimulating working environment. I feel that every person is considered to be an important asset to the company. I experience how people around me are so motivated and that is inspiring to me.
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- Board Member / EQT Private Capital Representative
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- Chairman of the Board
- Chairman of the Remuneration Committee
- Chairman of the Board / Chair of the Remuneration Committee
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- Industrial Development Manager, France
I was part of the VIE program and was based in Stockholm for 1 ½ years. I was attracted to Recipharm because it is a state-of- the-art global pharma company that has proven its strength through growth and expansion. Before I joined, I had researched the company and understood its strengths and capabilities. I must say that I soon found the company to be even better in reality.
I have been with Recipharm since 2015, in our facility we work with some of Israel's leading and largest pharmaceutical companies as well as with small start-ups. We are very proactive and hands on in the way we work and deliver service. I make sure we are tight-knit team, and I am also very hands on in the way I manage and develop my employees, to encourage and engage them to keep…
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- Apprentice Laboratory Technician UK
I work at the lab at Bespak, King's Lynn as an apprentice. I have been working here for three years now and I find the quality of the work environment to be exceptional. My colleagues are kind and helpful and everyone here has been so supportive and welcoming right from the beginning.
There are courses available to everyone if you want to progress. I learned as I earned, at a…
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- President ReciBioPharm, Recipharm 's Biologics Business Unit.
Vikas assumed the role of President at ReciBioPharm, the biologics business unit of Recipharm, in May 2023. Since taking charge, he has dedicated his efforts to fostering excellence, with a particular emphasis on advancing xRNA manufacturing, plasmid DNA, viral vector, live virus and microbiome live therapeutics within the division. Committed to cultivating a culture of teamwork and collaboration, Vikas is driven by a passion for ensuring customer satisfaction, fostering workplace respect and achieving both commercial and operational excellence throughout the organisation.
With over two decades of experience in the life science industry, Vikas has held various senior positions in pharma and bioprocessing companies such as Repligen, GE Healthcare, Merck Millipore and Bayer. His extensive background encompasses roles in general management, commercial operations, product management, corporate finance, business strategy, and mergers and acquisitions.
In his spare time, Vikas reads history, listens to jazz, and enjoys travelling to pursue his passion for wildlife photography. Vikas holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Chemical from the Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur; an MBA from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad; and MS in Finance from Bentley University.