Novartis names Michelle Gadsden-Williams to diversity post

Novartis names Michelle Gadsden-Williams to diversity post

(November 21, 2005) – Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation (NPC) recently announced the appointment of its first African American Executive Director, Diversity & Inclusion, Michelle Gadsden-Williams.

In this position, Gadsden-Williams provides strategic direction, leadership and development of an inclusive environment by integrating diversity practices into all aspects of the business.

In addition, she is Co-Chair of the internal Executive Diversity Council, initiated several affinity and networking groups and developed Diversity Training Curriculum for the company.

Prior to joining Novartis, Gadsden-Williams was most recently at Merck, where she held various positions in diversity, talent development and staffing. She also held several positions in Human Resources and Product Management in consumer goods.

Gadsden-Williams holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Kean College in New Jersey. She also received several community service awards and accolades for her work in Diversity, as well as was featured as a Rising Star in Black Enterprise Magazine and one of 75 women honored at the 2005 Tribute to Women in Industry (TWIN) Gala. Gadsden-Williams is currently completing her Master of Science degree in Organizational Dynamics from the University of Pennsylvania.

Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation researches, develops, manufacturers and markets leading innovative prescription drugs used to treat a number of diseases and conditions, including central nervous system disorders, organ transplantation, cardiovascular diseases, dermatological diseases, respiratory disorders, cancer and arthritis.

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