Ken Seufert

Chief Executive Officer at JRS Pharma

Ken Seufert has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries. Ken is currently the Chief Executive Officer at JRS PHARMA, a position they have held since January 2020. Prior to this role, they served as the Vice President of Sales and Business Development at JRS PHARMA from March 2019 to January 2020.

Before joining JRS PHARMA, Ken was the Managing Director at MEGGLE USA from August 2013 to March 2019. In this position, they were responsible for all executive and operational activities in North America, including manufacturing activities, corporate governance, and general management. Ken also identified and implemented operational efficiencies to improve profitability. Prior to being the Managing Director, Ken held the role of Director of Market Development at MEGGLE USA from June 2011 to August 2013. In this role, they developed and implemented sales strategies, sales channels, and marketing materials to expand the company's market share. Ken also led and coordinated distributor sales activities in the North American market and fostered business relationships with key decision-makers and industry leaders.

From 1999 to 2011, Ken worked at JRS Pharma as the Vice President of Sales, North America. During their time there, they developed sales and marketing strategies for value-based and commodity excipient technologies targeting global pharmaceutical, generic, OTC, and nutritional industries. Ken managed the North American sales force, distributors, and office staff and was responsible for developing sales and operating budgets and forecasts.

In addition to their roles in the pharmaceutical industry, Ken also ventured into entrepreneurial pursuits. Ken was the President of Peak Pharma from May 2001 to December 2004, where they developed, marketed, and distributed private label nutritional supplements. Ken also established distribution channels through brick and mortar and internet channels. Prior to Peak Pharma, Ken owned and operated Peak Strength & Fitness, a full-service health and fitness facility, from September 2000 to May 2004. Ken was responsible for all aspects of the operation, including financial, legal, sales and marketing, human resources, and facilities.

Ken's early career includes roles at Abbott Laboratories and Nalco. At Abbott Laboratories from January 1998 to January 1999, they worked in cardiovascular sales, selling and marketing prescription cardiovascular medication to medical professionals. At Nalco from January 1991 to January 1998, Ken held the position of Technical Sales, where they designed, sold, and serviced industrial water treatment programs for various applications.

In addition to their extensive professional experience, Ken also served as the Chairman of the Board of Auditors for Middletown Township, Middletown, PA, from January 1996 to December 2001. In this elected role, they verified accounting records and practices, ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and represented a population of 43,000.

Overall, Ken Seufert has a well-rounded professional background with diverse experience in executive management, sales, business development, entrepreneurship, and public service.

Ken Seufert attended the University of Delaware from 1984 to 1988, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Economics and Chemistry. In addition, they have obtained several certifications in various law-related subjects. Ken completed courses such as American Contract Law I, Intellectual Property Law Specialization, Patent Law, Trademark Law, Copyright Law, Introduction to Intellectual Property, Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases, and An Introduction to American Law. These certifications were obtained from institutions such as Coursera and LinkedIn, with the most recent certification being American Contact Law I obtained in December 2021.

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