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Janine Pajot

Janine Pajot’s extensive executive leadership and diverse business expertise in commercial strategy, human resources, and organizational transformations qualifies her to serve on public or private boards including governance, compensation, and nomination committees.


Janine Pajot is a bilingual, goal driven and culture-building executive with +25 years’ experience in commercial strategy, human resources, and organizational transformations in the pharmaceutical, consumer health and agriculture industries. Solid financial acumen with P&L responsibilities managing a total brand portfolio valued at $467MM. HR financial responsibility valued at $470MM.

Janine is recognized as turnaround specialist resulting in several revenue-generating and cost optimization successes including a 25% increase in new Rx share within 12 months with key customer segment. Saved 33% in salesforce operating costs while creating efficiencies to increase share of voice in a highly competitive marketplace. She led the HR direction for a global transformation of corporate functions translating into 35% savings from the Canadian organization.

Ms. Pajot is a change management expert and builder of high performing teams and corporate cultures. Spearheading the corporate Canadian DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) strategy and active Committee Member for the pharmaceutical trade association DEI initiatives. Leading 1300+ employees through the COVID-19 global pandemic while maintaining retention and employee engagement with a focus on wellness and mental health strategies. ESG Global Competent Boards Designation (GCB.D). Non-profit board member and audit committee member.