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Pharmaverse Podcast
The Pharmaverse is a leadership podcast that brings you exclusive insights from the stars of the Pharma universe. Hosted by Michael Pietrack, a top Pharma and Biotech recruiter, whose team partners with the most recognizable Pharma companies in the industry, as well as the hottest of the emerging Biotechs. In each episode, Michael sits down with influential and innovative leaders in the Pharmaceutical and related industries. Listeners will hear from stars from all sectors of the Pharmaverse and will gain valuable insights to help lead their team or structure their careers. Whether you're a current leader, an aspiring leader, or a leadership enthusiast, the Pharmaverse Podcast has something for you. Tune in and subscribe!
Pharmaverse Podcast
From Africa’s AIDS Crisis to Global Pharma Leadership | Dr. Eslie Dennis
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What shapes a great leader? For Dr. Leslie Dennis, it began on the frontlines of Africa’s AIDS epidemic.
In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, Michael Pietrack sits down with Dr. Eslie Dennis, Global Head of Medical Affairs at Kyowa Kirin, to explore a journey spanning medicine, leadership, resilience, and purpose.
Dr. Dennis shares unforgettable stories from treating AIDS patients in Zimbabwe during the HIV/AIDS crisis, including the heartbreaking reality of caring for abandoned infants and how those experiences shaped her leadership philosophy in the pharmaceutical industry.
You’ll also hear her candid advice on:
✅ Leading with patients at the center
✅ Why “No is a complete sentence”
✅ Hiring beyond the résumé in the AI era
✅ Women in leadership and career advancement
✅ Building meaningful careers through mentorship and curiosity
✅ Turning hardship into purpose-driven leadership
Whether you work in pharma, healthcare, leadership, or simply want insight from someone who has led through humanity and compassion, this episode delivers unforgettable lessons.
⏱️ In this episode:
00:00 Growing up in Africa & childhood lessons
05:09 Why Dr. Dennis became a physician
09:48 Treating patients during the AIDS epidemic
13:47 How tragedy shaped her leadership style
16:40 Women in leadership & pharma careers
22:04 “No is a complete sentence” leadership advice
23:40 Hiring talent beyond the résumé
27:16 The legacy she hopes to leave
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