Daan Stolk

Head of Launch Management Ace Pharmaceuticals

With a background in Business Administration and Economics, Daan began his career in consulting and finance. In 2021, he joined ACE Pharmaceuticals to head its growth initiatives, particularly the (re)development pipeline for complex niche originator products and generics. Daan was instrumental in structuring the product development pipeline and optimizing the launch process, identifying these as critical drivers of success. His efforts led to the formation of a dedicated team of launch managers and the enhancement of several core processes. This resulted in successful product launches across the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, the Nordics, and France, along with valuable learnings, such as the importance of timely involvement of operational departments in readiness planning, tailoring distribution strategies to specific product contexts, and collaborating with partners on comprehensive launch plans.