Maria B. Petersen

Global Commercial Lead, Obesity Novo Nordisk

With a robust background in pharmaceuticals and healthcare, Maria B. Petersen has excelled across various roles. As the Senior Global Product Manager of Wegovy® at Novo Nordisk A/S, Maria has been pivotal in shaping the patient-centric focus within the obesity organization. Her strategic leadership has been instrumental in the development and launch of WegovyCare in multiple markets. Previously, at Novo Nordisk A/S, she served as the Reputation Intelligence Manager, where she crafted an effective strategy to identify potential threats and opportunities, significantly impacting executive decision-making during the pandemic. Maria's expertise extends to account management, where she successfully brought products to market ahead of competitors, focusing on value propositions and communication strategies for prominent clients. Her tenure as a Market Access Coordinator at Novo Nordisk A/S further underscores her commitment to stakeholder management, brand strategy, and executive support. With an impressive track record, Maria is known for her insightful coaching, strategic development, and risk management, positioning her as a respected pioneer in the pharmaceutical industry.