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Client References

Dan Furrer
Former CEO - Streuli Pharma
Matt makes a difference! Thanks to Matt’s honest and straightforward approach, I soon found out that I wasn’t the ideal match for a job offer I had been interested in. While with many other recruiters this would have been the end of the story, Matt still took his time for a constructive exchange. Moreover, and as a positive surprise to me, one month later he contacted me again to ask where I was with my job search. Beyond the conversations, Matt also inspired me to ask people in my network for their personal recommendations, and this exercise turned out to be a wonderful experience. Thank you, Matt!

Marco Filipe
Former Regulatory CMC Manager - Covis Pharma
Matt is the recruiter that got me in my current position at Covis Pharma. I am very happy with the interaction I had with Matt and I really think his ways of working should be followed by more people in the sector: he's human, he cares, he follows up and he makes sure that expectations are managed in the best way possible. I can only highly recommend Matt as a head hunter and I'll be looking forward to working with him once again, if/when the time comes.

Alejandro Aparicio Maeztu
Project Head - Recordati Rare Diseases
Matt is extremely professional and proactive, he followed up the process very closely and timely. Always with great attitude and professionalism. He continuously showed a fine interest in its evolution and made sure the whole process run smoothly for both parties. With no doubt I would definitely work again with him.'

José Rendueles Tobalina:
GM EU - Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group
From a candidate POV, Matt is a truly supportive and emphatic talent hunter. He perfectly understands client/candidate's demands and make the process flows smoothly. He is the perfect bridge between client and candidate for a hiring process.

Madlaina Brogt Salah Eldin
Director Head of HR Quality - Lonza
I had the pleasure to work with Matt in various organizations – in the last over 4 years we closely worked together concerning various roles that we were recruiting for the Lonza site in Visp. The collaboration with Matt has been a very successful one – based on a high client orientation, offering us as the client a great service by providing strong candidates in various areas of expertise with a strong focus on understanding the needs as well as a high due diligence in delivery. Mutual trust, delivery excellence and client orientation have helped us to build up a long-standing strong business relationship that enabled both of us to deliver the challenging and ambitious business goals. I have very much enjoyed collaborating with Matt as a strong partner and look forward to doing so I the future.

Anil Okay:
CEO - Adalvo
Matt is one of the exceptional recruitment consultant that i have ever met! He is reachable when you need him anytime! He is always proactive! He is fair and always honest when it comes to the need of transparency! He is fast in coordinating the critical information and influence the decision makers very effectively!I enjoyed very much working with him, he has definitely unique elements in his personality and brings those along to his profession which makes him different!

Jennifer Birtcher
Former Head of HR - Covis Pharma
Matt is so refreshing to work with. I have worked with him from the candidate side and the hiring side. I have worked with several different recruitment companies and his professionalism, experience and transparency are excellent. In unique situations Matt works together and we figure out what makes sense and move forward with that decision as trusted partners - no exhausting back and forth negotiation. He is quick, has a great network to draw from and presents candidates with the right technical and culture fit. I look forward to continuing to work together.

Joan Carretero Mascaró
Former Regulatory Affairs Manger - Tillots Pharma
Matt contacted me for my actual position. He was exceptionally helpful during the whole process and he was always avalable for a discussion or just to give some good tips for the interviews. Thank you Matt!

Laura Millichamp
CEO - Inside Reg
I have found Matt to be proactive, very approachable, and always available for enjoyable and constructive discussions. He seems to have an excellent knowledge of the opportunities in Switzerland.

Victoria Blaha
Former Regulatory Manager - Acino
It was really a pleasure to work with Matt. He worked hard and advised very good.

Genevieve Motte
VP Project Management - Hyloris Pharma
I have recently been collaborating with Matt and appreciated his efficiency and straightforward approach. Matt is a hard worker. He really aims at finding the best for both the company and his candidates.

Christian Loepfe
Former Regulatory Manager - Amgen
Matt Beedle has a very strong focus on the Swiss pharma market and a good overview. He was very helpful in the whole process of finding a new opportunity. Everything went smooth, from supply with job offers, help during the recruitment process / interviews through to the wrap-up after signature of the new contract. I implicitly recommend working together with Matt.

Florian Wartha:
Former Global Program Lead - Sandoz
Matt is clearly sticking out from the plethora of headhunters and recruiters. He gives you the genuine impression that he is truly interested in you as a person, including your needs and constraints. This makes the whole process very targeted, efficient and personal. It was a pleasure interacting with him and I can highly recommend Matt and his professional and discreet working style.

Florian Mayr
Senior Director Regulatory CMC - Merck
Matt is a very exceptional recruitment consultant who is highly knowledgable about the regulatory affairs landscape in the biotech sector. He is very focused, honest and open-minded and provides you with the best support you can imagine. He has the right contacts to decision makers and potential candidates and listens to your needs and constraints. In fact, it was pleasure to collaborate with him and I can only recommend him!
WHO WE WORK WITH
Mid-sized generics and speciality pharma, often PE-backed.
Senior leaders responsible for commercially critical hires in sales, management and other P&L-driving roles.
Teams working through acquisitions or buy-and-build, where cultural integration and fast impact matter.
1. Critical hires in days, not weeks
Shortlists delivered within 48 hours, drawn from private networks that are not visible to your competitors.
2. Leaders who deliver from day one
Experienced at placing executives who can integrate post-acquisition teams and drive immediate commercial results.
3. Minimal input, rapid progress
A short voice note is enough to brief, because we already understand your competitors, culture and commercial pressures.
4. Honest answers that save time
Every candidate is assessed honestly, so you only see genuine contenders instead of padded shortlists.
5. A partner aligned with your values
We operate with discipline, transparency and commercial focus, reflecting the same principles that drive ambitious pharma firms.
Proven Experience
OpenBook Executive is built on the track record of its founder, Matt Beedle. Across his career, he has placed more than 200 leaders into commercially critical roles in generics, speciality pharma and biotech. That experience now underpins every search we deliver.
Matt's Approach
Early in my career, I learned the hard way what a bad hire can do.I saw the fallout firsthand: a team pulling double duty, deadlines slipping, and morale sinking. That experience set my standard, and from that day on, my work has been defined by honesty, pace, and precision.This is why I don't call myself a recruiter. The term often suggests a transactional, résumé-driven process that's all about speed.My approach is different.I work as a true extension of your business, aligning with your culture and commercial plan.When a candidate isn't the right fit, I will tell you directly and early, because a straight answer now saves you a costly mistake later. That's the clarity that protects your best people and keeps your growth on track.The leaders I bring to the table are selected for what truly matters:Judgment, resilience, and the ability to unify teams after acquisitions. They're the kind of people who step into complexity, earn trust quickly, and are proven "builders" who can drive immediate execution.Ultimately, when I recommend someone, it's because I'm certain they will hold their ground under pressure and create momentum from day one.Matt Beedle, Founder

Strategic Advisors
Alongside our work, we draw on the insight of trusted advisors who bring deep sector knowledge and academic rigour. Their involvement strengthens the value we offer to clients in high-stakes situations.

Ewan Livesey
With over 25 years in generics and specialty pharma, including senior commercial leadership roles at Lupin, Apotex, and Zentiva, Ewan brings deep expertise in business development, licensing, and M&A. His perspective enables us to evaluate senior talent in context, advise on BD strategy and resourcing, and provide informed guidance on deal-critical issues when it matters most.

Dr Adrian Marrison
A Cambridge-trained academic and professor, Adrian’s research into organisational theory has been widely published and applied across industries. With experience at the intersection of leadership and organisational performance, he brings evidence-based insight into how executives succeed, how businesses adapt, and how leadership impact can be effectively assessed.
More Client References

Anna Aillerie
Former Brand Manager Lead - Dr Reddys
I can highly recommend Matt for his efficiency and support all through the (successful!) recruitment process. He's honest, transparent and professional. Many thanks!

Antonio Anguera
General Manager - Dr Reddys
Matt is one of the exceptional recruitment consultant that i have ever met! He is reachable when you need him anytime! He is always proactive! He is fair and always honest when it comes to the need of transparency! He is fast in coordinating the critical information and influence the decision makers very effectively!I enjoyed very much working with him, he has definitely unique elements in his personality and brings those along to his profession which makes him different!

Ewan Livesay
Former CBO - Apotex
Once in a while you meet a recruiter who really stands out. Matt is a perfect example of all the good stuff a recruiter can bring. What is so stand out about Matt? - He's one of the most honest people I've ever met. - As a candidate or a hirer he keeps in contact - he also is in regular contact even when there are no ongoing assignments. - He really understands our industry - generic pharma, in particular. But maybe I'm a little biased! He's also an excellent dog sitter!'

Tomas Mattsson
Former Director Supply Chain - Xantis
I worked with Matt on recruitment and his ability to deliver exiting candidates concistently is admirable.Professional yet realistic and friendly approach to all aspects around recruitment.

Selina Hunn
Former TA Lead - Lonza
I really enjoy working with Matt - he is currently supporting us with the hiring for our manufacturing site in Visp. The communication is easy and on the point and the collaboration is highly efficient. He delivers very suitable profiles and we could already celebrate various success stories together. Thanks for your outstanding support and the great collaboration Matt!

Maria Vazquez, PhD
Former EVP Global RA - Obseva
I have working with Matt for more than 10 years within the Reg Affairs arena in Switzerland, Pharma industry. This relation has always been very professional. When I was looking for candidates, Matt demonstrated to be an excellent partner with a clear and honest approach, taking the time to understand our company needs and to present the best candidates. When I needed Matt during my job search, the same process was applied to me, so I can talk from both sides. He always makes time for the meetings, to answers questions, to reach an agreement smoothly. I have to say that process happened on a very professional and fluent way, which makes a pleasure to work with Matt.

Raveesh Nayar
Former Director Regulatory Affairs - Covis Pharma
Matt helped me secure my current role at Covis and since then has offered me tremendous support in expanding my team. He has deep knowledge of the recruitment industry and offers recruitment solutions tailored to business needs. I am big fan his open and transparent communication style. Rather than selling, his focus remains on adding value and establishing longer terms relationships with the business. This is one is his key differentiators. I look forward to collaborating with him on many more recruitment projects.

Renaud Batisse
Former Senior CMC Manager - Cubist
Let me tell about Matt's few important virtues: 1/ focused, honest, and diligent in his approach to recruiting the best people possible for any given role, 2/ follow up of the candidate during the selection process and also during the initial period in the new job and, 3/ remain in contact during your professional life. Now what about his knowledge: 1/ highly knowledgable about pharmacy environment, 2/ highly knowledgable about companies leadership and, 3/ highly knowledgable about candidate's will and company's needs. This is why I would highly recommend his services specially for the EU pharmaceutical market.

Andreea Bozocea-Priegnitz
Former RA Manager - Sandoz
Hi Matt, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you have done for me!!! Now I have a new job and I stared a new life in Austria !!! After one week at Sandoz I can say that everything is exactly as you promised!!! You change my life and my career in a positive way and for this I am grateful to you!!! You are a professional person!!!! Million of thanks !!!! I hope that you can help other people like you helped me!!!! Once again, many, many thanks!!!! Andreea'

Dr. Olca Huijsmans
Senior Director RA - Gemma Biotherapeutics
Matt is someone who is genuinely understands the field of Regulatory Affairs and is always interested to learn a bit more about RA which makes him stand out from other recruiters within RA. He also puts an effort to summarize the regulatory recruitment landscape and I enjoy reading his periodical newsletters which are written with smart and careful analysis of the ongoing issues and RA trends.

Torsten Schnetgoeke
Associate Director Development - Takeda
I worked with Matt when I was looking for new career opportunities. Matt provided me with many interesting offers, some of which I hadn't even thought of. He broadened my horizon, took my wants strongly into consideration, prepared me for interviews and helped throughout the whole process. Matt presented my personal situation (single parent) to the potential employers and was honest throughout the whole process. Thanks to Matt I had very interesting and teaching interviews and job offers. Even when Matt learned that I took another opportunity instead of one that was offered by him, he gave me good council on that. Working with Matt is just an amazing experience!

Tânia Mateus
Associate Director - GSK
~When I was trying to come abroad I must emphasize that I had contact with several recruiters but Matt was the one who definitely stood out with his very par ticular method. He always showed availability to keep me updated and to call me even if it was to say that he was still waiting for news. Additionally, Matt provides all the material you need to prepare yourself for the interview, motivates and supports you before and after the interview. A unique commitment! He discusses the positions with the same Regulatory knowledge that one of my colleagues would have which makes him very straightforward and realistic with what you can expect. His in-depth knowledge is really something admirable that you can really rely on and hard to find among recruitment companies. I learn every month with his newsletter because he always bring something new and interesting that catches my eye. Definitely something I long for every month. He had the eye to spot a vacancy for me in the UK and I owe him that because it is leading me to a very interesting path. In the future Matt will be my contact number one for new opportunities.
FAQ:
You work directly with me from brief to close. I act as an extension of your business, run the search end to end, and give straight feedback as we go. A short voice note is enough to start.
For retained work I deliver a longlist in roughly 48 hours, then refine quickly with you. Speed is paired with screening for capability and cultural fit.
You will hear that quickly, and you will hear why. We refine the brief together and continue until you are looking at genuine contenders rather than padded lists.
I do not call myself a recruiter. I work as part of your team, prioritise radical honesty, and refuse CV throwing, so the focus stays on outcomes in your world.
Yes. My work focuses on generics and speciality pharma and on commercially critical leadership roles, often in firms working under private equity timelines. I understand the competitors, market nuances and cultural realities that make someone thrive.
Based on our experience, these methods are most effective. 1) Asking for recommendations of people in the market 2) Traditional cold calling 3) Social media, passive candidates don't look at adverts, but they often do check LinkedIn posts and other socials. 4) The use of researchers who will go through conference lists and other less obvious data sources.
Every candidate is screened for capability and culture, with priority on leaders who can integrate teams after acquisitions and deliver quickly. I look for the builder profile that performs under private equity pressure.
You get clear, regular communication from a single point of contact and shortlists you can act on. The aim is clarity and control throughout.
I work on retained and contingency models, with flexibility to suit the role. For mission-critical work I favour retained and align fees to partnership, including reduced total cost when you commit up front. We can confirm the right structure on a short call.
Senior and commercially critical posts, particularly in sales and management, where the hire directly affects delivery and results. If the scope is different, we can discuss it. The areas I cover primarily include Europe, but I also have experience in places such as the US, Turkey, and India.
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