John Serry

Background

About John Serry

I am a global biopharma executive with over 17 years of experience leading commercial, market access, and launch strategies across several therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Hematology, respiratory, and infectious diseases. Throughout my career in the U.S, Europe, and the Middle East, I’ve driven growth, accelerated patient access, and shaped commercial strategies within complex and dynamic healthcare systems, consistently delivering business results. Currently, I lead Oncology Commercial business across Western & Southern Europe and the Nordics at AstraZeneca, overseeing business performance, portfolio execution, and launch readiness across 10+ markets. In this role, I work to ensure that commercial strategies align with financial goals and drive sustainable growth. In previous roles, I’ve led global and regional teams, managing P&L across multiple therapeutic areas and ensuring financial stewardship through efficient resource allocation and cost optimization. A key pillar of my leadership is building and empowering high-performing, diverse teams. I’m committed to creating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and I take pride in mentoring leaders who are now driving success across the biopharma industry. By fostering talent and scaling teams, I ensure the long-term success and impact of the organizations I lead. My leadership is defined by: • P&L ownership across regions and therapeutic areas, ensuring alignment between financial performance and strategic objectives • Building and scaling cross-functional teams, with a focus on ensuring alignment between commercial, medical, access, and regulatory functions • End-to-end portfolio management and launch excellence, particularly in Oncology and Hematology • Leading and managing complex, matrixed organizations through transformation, balancing strategic vision with operational execution • Coaching and mentoring leaders to unlock their potential, driving team success and organizational growth With a global perspective and a passion for patient-centered healthcare, I aim to deliver long-term value for patients, healthcare systems, and stakeholders across the globe.