Graeme Read

Graeme Read has extensive work experience in the healthcare industry, with a focus on strategic planning and leadership roles. Graeme started their career as a Research Technician at The University of Auckland in 1986. Graeme then worked at SmithKline Beecham as Group Brand Manager from 1987 to 1992. After that, Graeme joined McCann Health, where they held various positions, including Group Account Director, Regional Account Director, General Manager Beijing, Director Asia Regional Planning, SVP Director of Strategic Planning Europe, Middle East, Africa, and EVP Chief Strategy Officer Asia Pacific. While at McCann Health, they were responsible for driving integration, building thought leadership, and achieving strategic recognition. In 2015, Graeme became the President of Asia Pacific at McCann Health, where they led a team of 600 professionals across the region. Graeme also worked as a Senior Strategic Advisor at McCann Health before joining Hello Health Group as Chief Strategy Officer. At Hello Health Group, they led the Patient Solutions and Pharmaceutical Key Accounts, as well as the Research & Insights Team and Corporate Communications. Currently, Graeme is the EVP Pharma & Patient Solutions and the Chief Client & Strategy Officer APAC at Hello Health Group.

Graeme Read's education history includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology and Cellular & Molecular Biology from The University of Auckland (1983-1985). Graeme also holds a post-graduate Management Diploma with honors from Auckland University of Technology (1987-1988) and a post-graduate Diploma in Business with honors in Marketing from The University of Auckland (1989-1990). In terms of additional certifications, they are a Toastmasters International Singapore member and holds a PPCDL (Powered Pleasure Craft Driving Licence) from Singapore Polytechnic. Graeme is also a member of the Singapore Institute of Directors.