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Business Of Biotech
ADCs Ignited with Daiichi Sankyo Inc.'s Ken Keller
Jun 3, 2024
Ken Keller, Senior Executive at Daiichi Sankyo, shares the story of Daiichi Sankyo's leap into oncology with ADCs. He discusses the evolution of the ADC market, challenges faced in the transition, scaling a global oncology team, navigating internal challenges, embracing innovation, addressing employee resistance to change, and revolutionizing cancer treatment with ADCs.
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- Ken Keller led Daiichi Sankyo into oncology through ADC technology, transforming the company's direction and success.
- Daiichi Sankyo's ADC breakthroughs set new standards in oncology treatments, inspiring collaborations and advancements across the industry.
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Ken Keller's Career Trajectory from St. John's College to Amgen and Daiichi Sankyo
Ken Keller's career began with an undergraduate degree in business finance from St. John's College. Influenced by his father's advice about the importance of sales in understanding business, Keller pursued a career in pharmaceutical sales. He started at Amgen, one of the first biotechnology companies, where he witnessed its growth from zero revenue to a leading biotech firm over the years. Keller's strategic moves within Amgen, from sales rep to district manager, and his transition to marketing revealed his passion for shaping products and building relationships with key opinion leaders.
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