In this episode of The Life Sciences Leadership Show, host Michael Piperno sits down with Marianne Gill, Vice President of Medical Affairs, Infusion Solutions at BD. With nearly four decades at the company, Marianne brings a wealth of experience and wisdom to the conversation, reflecting on her journey from critical care nurse to executive leader.
Marianne’s path is a testament to the power of adaptability, empathy, and communication in leadership. Her story spans multiple mergers and acquisitions, cultural transformations, and the challenge of leading technical experts without being the subject matter expert herself. Through it all, she’s remained committed to building teams that thrive on trust, psychological safety, and shared purpose.
Michael and Marianne explore what it really takes to inspire excellence in life sciences organizations. They discuss how servant leadership and clear, intentional communication can unify diverse teams and drive meaningful impact—especially in complex, fast-evolving environments.
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Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or guiding large teams through transformation, this episode offers practical insights for cultivating resilience, cohesion, and high performance.
