Glaxo's heir-apparent gets ready for his biggest test

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Taking on a challenge can be very stimulating, according to Glaxo Wellcome Chief Executive-elect Sean Lance. He has already worked very hard to ensure that the company will not be too negatively affected by the loss of patent protection for Zantac, its extremely successful anti-ulcer drug, but is aware that Glaxo will have to struggle to maintain its status as the largest pharmaceutical company in the world. He is keen to see the company establish a presence in third world countries, which have traditionally been overlooked by large pharmaceutical companies.

Lance, Sean

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Biggest test yet for a scientist who became a boardroom star

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The planned merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham will present considerable challenges for Glaxo Wellcome Chmn Sir Richard Sykes. He has already proved that he can combine scientific talent with business acumen, particularly through Glaxo's purchase of Wellcome in Mar 1995. Industry experts believe that his reputation will be greatly enhanced if the planned deal goes ahead. He is generally highly respected, but some observers feel that he is rather impatient and opinionated.

Influence, Sykes, Richard

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King of the pill

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Pharmaceuticals firm Goldshield Group founder Ajit Patel believes that the competence of his business lies in marketing and sales, rather than manufacturing or research. He feels that sub-contracting is very important to business success.

Patel, Ajit, Goldshield Group

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