Ankita Mediratta - Life Science Access Academy

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Ankita Mediratta, as a Senior Manager of Strategic Market Access at GSK, works with colleagues across the UK Commercial team to deliver innovative and patient-focused solutions that enhance access and value for the company’s medicines and vaccines. In addition, she serves as the Chief of Staff to the Commercial New Product Introduction Board, facilitating cross-functional collaboration and alignment on the launch strategy and execution of new products in the UK market.

Ankita joined GSK in 2020 through the Future Leaders Programme, a global graduate scheme that offers diverse and challenging rotations in various functions and regions. During this time, she completed rotations in the Office of the CEO, the Europe Commercial team, and the Reputation & Responsible Business team, developing strong skills in strategic thinking, stakeholder management, public affairs, and corporate responsibility. Passionate about leadership development and talent networks, she currently co-chairs the global graduate Talent Network at GSK (TalNet), after previously leading both the Europe and UK chapters.

Ankita holds a First Class Bachelor’s degree with Honours in Liberal Arts (Theology, Spanish & Business) from Durham University, where she served as President of the Durham University Business Society, leading over 450 members and coordinating the executive team.

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What people say

Marsha Gray, Training Specialist

Boehringer Ingelheim Ltd

“Working with Life Science Access Academy, our company love the variety of the many courses that are on offer. The hour long courses on specific subjects are really useful on Friday lunchtimes for our field teams and gain a lot of interest.

Life Science Access Academy are also super flexible and helpful when it comes to tailoring some additional sessions to our needs.”

Paul Runeckles, Director of Execution Excellence

Ferring

“We have been partnered with LSAA for several years now which has enabled our team members to develop their competencies and capabilities.

With over 700 learning modules, regular webinars on highly relevant topics across the UK, the opportunity to engage with expert speakers after events and regular blogs and newsletters, the platform is a highly valued resource at Ferring.

The team also provides regular usage statistics so we can understand the hot topics in Ferring and enable colleagues to share knowledge and experience with each other.”

Simon Warden, National Sales Manager

Frontier Medical Group

“Frontier Medical has fully implemented, Life Science Access Academy allowing Sales and Marketing to utilise the system. Maximising on line learning for all remote staff stimulates a culture of self-development giving individuals the accountability and responsibility to broaden their skills set.

Life Science Access Academy training is topical and a good fit for the fast paced healthcare market.”

Richard Edmonds

Gedeon Richter Women's Health

“I have found the training via the Life Science Access Academy to be excellent and I know many of my colleagues have as well.

The content is always kept up to date and there is a huge and interesting variety of topics covered. The site is curated in a way that makes it clear and easy to navigate. Also, the staff at Life Science Access Academy are friendly and responsive and all the experts are always knowledgeable in their areas.”

Robb Sayers, UK Capability Lead

ViiV Healthcare

“The variety and relevancy of content brings value to many different roles across the healthcare industry.

I have also been overwhelmed by the way the Life Science Access Academy team have accommodated our own business needs, being sensitive yet responsive to helping us since its formation.”