Hanford Nelson

Hanford (Ford) Nelson has an extensive work history in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry. Hanford (Ford) started their career in 1991 at TAP Pharmaceuticals, where they held various sales and specialty marketing roles until 2000. Hanford (Ford) then joined Bio-Technology General as an Area Business Manager until 2003, before transitioning to a Sales Representative role at Sanofi Synthelabo for a brief period. In 2003, they joined Astellas Pharma as both Sales and District Sales Manager. From 2005 to 2013, Hanford worked at Acorda Therapeutics, progressing from an Area Business Manager to a Senior Regional Business Director, responsible for driving sales in the Southeast Region. After that, they worked at Merz Aesthetics from 2014 to 2016, focusing on the marketing, sales, and distribution of aesthetic medical devices and therapeutics. Since 2016, Hanford has been with Exelixis, where they have held various roles, including Senior Oncology Account Manager, Associate Director of Marketing for the Key Customer Team, and Director of Field Based Marketing for the Key Customer Team on the East coast. Their current geographical coverage is in Florida and South Georgia. Throughout their career, Hanford has demonstrated a commitment to improving patient care and outcomes in the field of oncology and aesthetic medicine.

Hanford (Ford) Nelson attended Valdosta State University from 1988 to 1991 and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree. Their field of study was Business & Communications.