Takeda Turkey Delivers International Success Stories

Takeda, founded 243 years ago in Japan and now one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, stands out for its Turkish executives working at the global level. Over the past 10 years, Takeda Turkey has transferred more than 30 Turkish managers to global positions, and this achievement is particularly distinguished by the strong representation of women leaders.

Takeda Turkey, which connects patients with innovative treatment methods, also draws attention for sending talented human resources to global leadership positions. Having transferred more than 30 Turkish managers to global positions within 10 years, the company sets an inspiring example in the healthcare sector in terms of diversity and inclusion, with 65% of its management team composed of women.

In recent years, Takeda Turkey has become an institution where talented leaders who contribute to the global organizational structure are developed. During this period, names such as Gamze Yüceland, who advanced from the position of Canada Country Director to Senior Vice President of US Gastroenterology Business Unit and most recently to President of Growing and Emerging Markets (GEM); Şeyda Atadan Memiş, who transferred from the position of Takeda Turkey General Manager to General Manager of Takeda United Kingdom and Ireland; and Tuba Ertek, who took on the role of US Oncology Human Resources Business Leader and was appointed as Global Vaccine Business Unit Human Resources Leader, stand among the most notable examples of these important achievements.

Successful Turkish executives working in different countries such as the United States, Canada, Dubai, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and Singapore are contributing to Takeda's global vision by leading important projects in their positions. Nura Aykanat, General Manager of Takeda Turkey, notes that inclusion, diversity, flexibility, and employee wellbeing are at the core of Takeda's working model, emphasizing that these values form the company's fundamental strategy.

Aykanat stated: "Our approach promoting diversity and inclusion creates the ground for our Turkish executives to reach leadership positions worldwide. It is particularly a matter of pride for us that the number of our female leaders transferred from Takeda Turkey to global operations increases with each passing year. This success also symbolizes Turkey's strong representation in the global health ecosystem. The achievements our executives gain in international positions are invaluable not only for the healthcare sector but also for achieving sustainable success in the global business world."

In the coming years, Takeda Turkey will continue to keep patients at the center; create value for employees, support access to global leadership positions, and work to help talented managers achieve success on the international stage.