Bryan Walchuk

Background

About Bryan Walchuk

Since joining the pharmaceutical industry in 2011, I have had an intense curiosity to understand how and why things happen the way they do in the Canadian healthcare system. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to use that curiosity to positively impact in several areas of the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry. Combined with relentless ambition, I am driven to look for better ways to do things and set new trails rather than follow paths most travelled. Those that know me will say I like to win but not at all costs because winning the right way is most important. In my current, newly created role, I will foster innovation within GSK. Additionally, I will identify key business challenges and turn them into opportunities that will differentiate GSK from the competition and have a direct impact on performance. Throughout my career, I have had a track record for exceeding expectations as I moved though various roles in regulatory affairs, sales, and marketing. I carved out a reputation of solving complex business problems and ability to walk into uncharted territories and quickly establishing high performing teams, strategic plans and measurable results. Two highlights that I am most proud of: a) founding an unprecedented virtual sales team at GSK with responsibility for 4 therapeutic areas across Canada, b) relaunching a pediatric vaccine that experienced unique challenges from day one and proving that it is a key asset in the vaccine portfolio. What you need to know about me: • There isn’t a challenge too big for me. I thrive on figuring out different solutions to both new and old problems. I have been responsible for the creation and implementation of many “firsts” while at GSK and done so at pace, empowering others and delivering results • I inspire people to be the best versions of themselves by creating space to focus on the things that matter to individuals and the overall business while unleashing an inner drive to win and overcome barriers • I can transition from high level strategy to fine details to tackle specific issues or seize opportunities big or small to seamlessly create solutions that deliver real value to customers and patients