John Thrower has nearly 20 years’ experience in executive search in Japan and has partnered with numerous international healthcare companies to recruit bilingual leaders here. His background includes extensive work with clients in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. He is highly skilled in all aspects of executive search and has led teams on many successful executive appointments.
Discover how Boyden’s integrated interim and executive search teams delivered rapid leadership solutions for a global pharmaceutical client, ensuring regulatory compliance, operational stability, and business continuity at a critical manufacturing site.
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With Boyden’s support, Loyola Marymount University built a high-performing advancement team by filling 15 key fundraising roles over five years, strengthening collaboration, continuity, and campaign readiness.
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Long-term specialist in senior-level recruitment in Japan and Asia/Pacific joins Boyden as head of the Japan office and member of Boyden’s global healthcare & life sciences practice
Distinguished life sciences expert takes up leadership of global team helping to transform the lives of patients through the best scientific, management and leadership talent
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