Patrice has a broad base in communications and public affairs, gained from over 30 years of pharma experience across Europe, the United Sates, Asia pacific and Latin America. He has held a series of high-profile roles including most recently Global Head of Communications, Healthcare for Merck, where he made a significant impact on the company’s corporate profile while supporting the transformation of the organisation. Previously, he was Head of International Public Affairs at Bristol-Myers-Squibb. Prior to this he worked in different sales and marketing roles, including a stint as Director of the Healthcare Practice in Europe at renowned communications agency Burson-Marsteller.

Commenting on his appointment, Patrice said: “I am really excited to be joining such a vibrant and talented team at a time of such successful transformation. I am passionate about the opportunity to shape our communications to reflect our entrepreneurial culture, share our innovative work that makes a big difference in the lives of patients and support the partnership working model that underpins the success of Mundipharma.”