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Belen Abbruzzese

@belenabbruzzese

Business transformation leader with expertise in AI and digital strategy.

Argentina

What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and allows me to leverage AI for strategic growth.

I am a business transformation leader with over 15 years of experience in strategic initiatives, process optimization, and operational excellence. My expertise lies in aligning technology-driven strategies with business goals, leading cross-functional teams, and enhancing efficiency. I have a proven track record in digital adoption, change management, and data-driven decision-making, consistently delivering measurable results in global organizations.

Currently, I serve as Chief of Staff at Novartis, where I lead the organizational adoption strategy for AI technologies. My previous roles include Gene Therapy Director and Market Lead, where I successfully drove portfolio growth and revenue increases through strategic planning and process optimization. I am passionate about leveraging emerging technologies to drive business success and am committed to fostering innovation and efficiency in every project I undertake.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Chief of Staff

Novartis

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Led the organizational adoption strategy for AI, acting as an internal consultant to understand pain points and develop a structured rollout plan. Focused on digital transformation and process optimization through change management efforts.

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Gene Therapy Director

Novartis

Jun 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)

Drove portfolio growth through cross-functional strategy and market insights, increasing unit revenue by approximately 15% through process optimization and cost-saving measures.

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Gene Therapy Market Lead

Novartis

Dec 2022 - May 2023 (5 months)

Led the regional strategic plan and implemented scalable marketing strategies, driving a 12% revenue increase while partnering with global marketing executives.

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Oncology Strategic Account Sr Manager

Novartis

Jun 2022 - Nov 2022 (5 months)

Identified partnership opportunities to accelerate business growth and patient access, creating a strategic framework for account prioritization and segmentation.

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Regional Business Planning & Operations Manager

Mercado Libre

Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Co-developed and implemented an AI-driven Dynamic Pricing Engine to address competitiveness challenges, leading the execution of an AI-powered recommendation model.

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Consulting Manager

Strategy Lab Group

Dec 2018 - Aug 2019 (8 months)

Delivered projects focused on boosting client efficiency and profitability while leading and mentoring a 20-member team, increasing firm revenue.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Senior Consultant

Adivo Associates

Nov 2012 - Mar 2016 (3 years 4 months)

Designed and delivered high-impact projects for Fortune 500 healthcare companies, supervising global remote teams and consistently exceeding sales targets.

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Healthcare & Life Sciences Consultant

Frost & Sullivan

Jun 2010 - Nov 2012 (2 years 5 months)

Managed project lifecycle from client briefings to strategic recommendations, gaining expertise in various market analysis methodologies to support healthcare decision-making.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Section School

Mini-MBA, AI for Business

2025 -

Currently enrolled in a Mini-MBA program focusing on AI for Business, aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into business strategies.

Torcuato Di Tella University logoTU

Torcuato Di Tella University

Master's in Business Administration, Business Administration

2016 - 2017

Grade: 8.20

Completed a Master's in Business Administration with a focus on strategic business management and operational excellence.

University of Buenos Aires logoUA

University of Buenos Aires

Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Business Administration

2003 - 2009

Grade: 8.20

Earned a Bachelor's in Business Administration, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a strong emphasis on business strategy and management.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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