I am a Learning, Training and Development Leader with 30 years of international pharma experience, delivering performance-enhancing learning strategies across Sales, Commercial, R&D and Operations. I hold a Medical Degree and professional certifications (CPTM, APTD) and excel at turning business needs into measurable training interventions that drive growth and cross-functional collaboration across global teams. I have led learning functions across large geographies, established training ecosystems, and guided digital transformation in commercial organisations. I enjoy mentoring teams, leveraging analytics to optimise programs, and partnering with stakeholders to create a culture of continuous improvement. I am fluent in English and Romanian, with intermediate German and French, and I actively contribute to professional networks such as HBA and ATD.

Ioana Bolog

I am a Learning, Training and Development Leader with 30 years of international pharma experience, delivering performance-enhancing learning strategies across Sales, Commercial, R&D and Operations. I hold a Medical Degree and professional certifications (CPTM, APTD) and excel at turning business needs into measurable training interventions that drive growth and cross-functional collaboration across global teams. I have led learning functions across large geographies, established training ecosystems, and guided digital transformation in commercial organisations. I enjoy mentoring teams, leveraging analytics to optimise programs, and partnering with stakeholders to create a culture of continuous improvement. I am fluent in English and Romanian, with intermediate German and French, and I actively contribute to professional networks such as HBA and ATD.

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I am a Learning, Training and Development Leader with 30 years of international pharma experience, delivering performance-enhancing learning strategies across Sales, Commercial, R&D and Operations. I hold a Medical Degree and professional certifications (CPTM, APTD) and excel at turning business needs into measurable training interventions that drive growth and cross-functional collaboration across global teams.

I have led learning functions across large geographies, established training ecosystems, and guided digital transformation in commercial organisations. I enjoy mentoring teams, leveraging analytics to optimise programs, and partnering with stakeholders to create a culture of continuous improvement. I am fluent in English and Romanian, with intermediate German and French, and I actively contribute to professional networks such as HBA and ATD.

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Language

English
Fluent
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent
German
Advanced
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Field Force Learning and Development International / Business Operations Commercial at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals GmbH
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
Overall responsibility for the development and implementation of training and learning curriculum for the entire International region (ex-US). Ensure that senior leadership agenda, priorities and objectives translate into a solid training/learning plan. Drive knowledge management for the function(s) by organising, structuring and developing learning content fit-for-role and fit-for-purpose.
Head of Field Force Learning, Training and Development at Bavarian Nordic Switzerland AG
May 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
Establish the Learning Function for the newly created Commercial organisation. Develop and implement the training curriculum. Partnered with key market leadership and teams to make sure the execution on training programs is aligned with business strategy. Support the Commercial organisation on the digital transformation journey.
Training and Standards Lead Center for Operational Performance at Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited
January 1, 2019 - October 1, 2019
Develop and roll-out training to support the Operating Model across the cross-functional teams (R&D, Medical, Commercial, etc.). Support the Team Health Checks initiative focused on improving the operational effectiveness of the cross-functional teams.
Training and Standards Lead Global Program Management Office & Business Operations at Shire International Operational HQ
October 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Lead training strategy and execution aligned with the business objectives. Establish a network of internal train-the-trainers capable to disseminate knowledge and support skill-building across the organisation.
Regional Training Manager EEMEA Learning Academy at F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
December 1, 2012 - October 1, 2017
Overall responsibility for the coordination of the training programs for the entire region of 88 countries with focus on sales, marketing and business programs.

Education

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Qualifications

Medical Doctor (MD)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Medical Doctor (MD)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Associate Professional in Talent Development (APTD)
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services