about

Founder & Entrepreneur

• Established The Tendler Group in 2002, a premier custom medical market research agency.

• Successfully led the company to acquisition by IntrinsiQ LLC (Accel-KKR) in 2007, ensuring a seamless leadership transition until 2010.

Global Industry Expertise

• Held senior roles at top-tier medical market research firms across Canada and the U.S.

• Spearheaded global research initiatives spanning the EU5, US, Brazil, and Mexico.

Strategic Advisor & Marketing Innovator

• Instrumental in the development and launch of multiple blockbuster pharmaceutical products.

• Designed go-to-market strategies for leading global pharmaceutical companies, driving commercial success.

Oncology Thought Leader

• Recognized Subject Matter Expert in Oncology, having partnered with 35 brands across 20 tumor types to shape industry-defining insights and strategies.

Board Leadership & Governance

• Knight Therapeutics (TSX: GUD) (2014–2020): Served as Independent Board Director, Audit Committee Member, and Chair of Compensation, Corporate Governance & Nominating Committees.

• Provided board leadership for multiple privately held firms.

• ProMontreal Entrepreneurs (2007–2023): Executive Committee Member, selection committee leader, and mentor to emerging entrepreneurs.

Mentorship & Industry Recognition

• 2016 Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) Mentorship Award – Quebec Region.

• Actively mentors industry professionals and entrepreneurs, shaping the next generation of business leaders.

Education & Executive Training

• Master’s in International Management – University of Maryland.

• Financial Management Certificate – Cornell University.