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Leonardo Sánchez
Executive Leader In Health Regulation & Public Policy
Valle de Angeles,FM
Summary
Visionary leader with a proven track record at Agencia De Regulación Sanitaria, excelling in strategic planning and team engagement. Successfully established the National Pharmacovigilance Center, enhancing regulatory performance. Adept at fostering partnerships and driving innovative solutions, I bring strong business development and operations management skills to optimize organizational growth.
Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities for expansion and innovation in business. Background in increasing profits, reducing costs, and transforming customer service standards. Experienced in leading and supervising operational and sales teams.
Entrepreneur with strong background in launching and scaling successful ventures. Skilled in strategic planning, business development, and financial management. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving high-impact results. Adept at adapting to changing market conditions and driving innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Founder & Managing Director
Atlantispharma Solutions & Services LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
- Advise governments, multinational companies, and regional organizations on regulatory strategy, system strengthening, and compliance frameworks.
- Provide senior-level guidance on pharmacovigilance systems, regulatory intelligence, and lifecycle management of health products.
- Support regulatory modernization initiatives aligned with international best practices and WHO standards.
University Professor – Pharmacy Master´s Programs
University of Panama
05.2022 - Current
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures.
- Leveraged technology to enhance student learning experiences, incorporating multimedia presentations and online discussion forums.
- Promoted critical thinking skills through the implementation of debate exercises and group projects within the curriculum.
Commissioner
Agencia De Regulación Sanitaria
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Created policies and procedures that improved overall operations and reduced redundancies in workflows.
- Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
- Improved interdepartmental communication by establishing clear channels and promoting collaboration.
- Established a strong organizational culture that fostered employee motivation, engagement, and high performance.
- Senior advisor to the Executive Presidency on regulatory governance and institutional strategy.
- Key contributor to WHO GBT implementation and regulatory performance improvement.
- Led policy development and regulatory innovation initiatives.
Director – National Regulatory Authority (ARSA)
Agencia De Regulación Sanitaria
07.2017 - 05.2022
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Provided executive leadership for the national health regulatory system.
- Oversaw medicines, biologics, medical devices, cosmetics, and other regulated products.
- Established the National Pharmacovigilance Center and strengthened post-marketing surveillance.
- Represented Honduras in regional regulatory negotiations and harmonization processes.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Universidad Europea Del Atlántico
España 05.2001 -
No Degree - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Specialty in General Bioethics
Universidad Europea Del Atlántico 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Master’s in Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics
EUROINNOVA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Pharmacy
Universidad Pedro Henríquez Ureña 05.2001 -
Skills
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Project management
Marketing
Strategic thinking
Team engagement
Business development
Entrepreneurial and innovative
Business administration
Team building
Operations management
Business planning
Consulting
Negotiation
Visionary leadership
Process improvements
Industry expertise
Feasibility studies
Planning and coordination
Adaptable and flexible
Software
MS Office Suite
Mac OS
Timeline
Founder & Managing Director
Atlantispharma Solutions & Services LLC
01.2023 - Current
University Professor – Pharmacy Master´s Programs
University of Panama
05.2022 - Current
Commissioner
Agencia De Regulación Sanitaria
09.2021 - 05.2022
Director – National Regulatory Authority (ARSA)
Agencia De Regulación Sanitaria
07.2017 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Public Health
Universidad Europea Del Atlántico
05.2001 -
No Degree - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Specialty in General Bioethics
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Master’s in Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Pharmacy
05.2001 -