Thierry Bernard, CEO of QIAGEN: Transforming Beyond Boundaries

"Transforming Beyond Boundaries" – Thierry Bernard, CEO of QIAGEN


It's easy to believe a transformation is a once-in-a-decade
event. This mindset is fundamentally flawed.
True change isn't about grand, singular moments but the
continuous evolution that challenges and reshapes our approach to
leadership and innovation.


In reality, Thierry Bernard's journey with
QIAGEN and all QIAGEN’ers exemplifies the power of relentless
transformation. Amidst the pandemic's chaos, QIAGEN leveraged the
crisis not just as a challenge but as a profound opportunity for
growth and innovation. It was an awakening for 6,000 QIAGEN’ers
worldwide, proving that transformation is an ongoing process,
deeply woven into the fabric of their daily work. The crisis
underscored the essential nature of adaptability, collaboration,
and purpose in navigating unprecedented times.


"Change and transformation are not just about navigating
through crises but embedding the agility and resilience needed
for continuous evolution."


René Esteban, Founder and CEO of FocusFirst, delves into this
inspiring story on the Transformation Leaders podcast. Join us to
explore how QIAGEN’s journey can redefine your understanding of
transformation and inspire actions that drive meaningful change.


#Leadership #Innovation #Agility


Listen to the full podcast for insights on leading
through transformation and the lessons that can guide us toward a
future marked by continuous evolution and growth.


About Thierry Bernard (LinkedIn): Thierry joined
QIAGEN in February 2015 to lead the company’s molecular testing
business for human healthcare applications. He was named Chief
Executive Officer in March 2020 after serving in this role on an
interim basis and became a member of the Managing Board in 2021.
Previously, Thierry held senior management roles in various
regions at bioMérieux SA and several other leading international
companies. He was named in March 2023 as Chair of the AdvaMedDx
Board of Directors, a U.S. industry trade association. Thierry
has earned degrees and certifications from various
internationally renowned universities, including Sciences Po,
LSE, and Harvard Business School.


About René Esteban (LinkedIn):
René Esteban is Founder and CEO of FocusFirst. As a former senior
leader in a Fortune 500, he found that too many transformation
projects take too long, waste money, and annoy key stakeholders –
and that there must be a way to accelerate business
transformations sustainably. Today, this belief unites an
international FocusFirst team consisting of former top executives
and subject matter experts. He is an international keynote
speaker, author and senior advisor for top executives to achieve
challenging goals and accelerate complex transformations.


About FocusFirst (LinkedIn):
FocusFirst is a boutique consulting firm for transformation &
strategic change projects. We are the specialised firm in the
industry that combines former top executives and an award-winning
method to accelerate transformations. This unique “double helix”
of capabilities equips us to help our customers deliver results
faster against demanding business goals. Executives work with
FocusFirst to develop organisations, structure & accelerate
transformations. FocusFirst works with leading Fortune 500
companies such as Merck, Novartis, E.ON, BASF, as well as
established mid-sized companies.


More information: www.focusfirst.com