Sanofi Pasteur MSD – Ricardo Brage, Vice President Spain
Ricardo Brage serves as Vice President Spain for Sanofi Pasteur MSD. He discusses how he sought to change the subsidiary in response to pricing reforms as well as the challenges…
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Ricardo Brage serves as Vice President Spain for Sanofi Pasteur MSD. He discusses how he sought to change the subsidiary in response to pricing reforms as well as the challenges…
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