Kathleen Fitzpatrick serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Bausch Health Companies Inc., a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry with a robust portfolio and a global workforce of approximately 7,000 employees across 40 countries. In her role, Kathleen is...
Kathleen Fitzpatrick serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Bausch Health Companies Inc., a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry with a robust portfolio and a global workforce of approximately 7,000 employees across 40 countries. In her role, Kathleen is instrumental in shaping the HR strategy for the $5 billion organization, ensuring that the human capital aligns seamlessly with the company’s ambitious business objectives. With over 20 years of experience in human resources across various industries—including pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and high-tech—she brings a wealth of expertise in employee relations, talent management, and leadership development.
Kathleen’s current initiatives focus on driving employee engagement and fostering a culture of performance excellence. She is actively leading projects aimed at enhancing organizational effectiveness through change management and culture transformation, ensuring that Bausch Health not only attracts top talent but also retains and develops its workforce. Her proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies further supports her commitment to operational efficiency and continuous improvement within the HR function.
As a strategic partner to senior leaders, Kathleen collaborates closely with executive teams to align talent strategies with business goals, creating a cohesive and agile workforce capable of navigating the complexities of the pharmaceutical landscape. Her dedication to leadership development and deferred compensation strategies underscores her commitment to nurturing a high-performance culture that empowers employees to thrive. Through her visionary leadership, Kathleen Fitzpatrick is not only shaping the future of HR at Bausch Health but also contributing to the broader conversation on best practices in human capital management within the pharmaceutical sector.
