Mohamed Issa
EVP, Head of U.S., Incyte | Leading with purpose, building with clarity, delivering impact for patients
Incyte•New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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I’ve seen firsthand how access to healthcare can be shaped by circumstance rather than need. That perspective has guided my career at the intersection of science, business, and service—focused on scaling innovation so it reaches the patients who need it most.Today, I serve as Executive Vice President at Incyte, where I lead the U.S. enterprise across all functions, overseeing a multibillion-dollar portfolio spanning Hematology, Oncology, and Immunology. My focus is on aligning strategy, execution, and culture to deliver sustained growth, strong commercial performance, and durable organizational capability.My team’s remit is clear: translate breakthrough science into consistent, real-world impact at scale.I believe the differentiator for enduring companies is the ability to build high-performing, purpose-driven organizations—anchored in clarity, high standards, accountability, and trust. When those elements are in place, teams execute with discipline, adapt with speed, and extend the reach of innovation.If you are a leader, partner, or builder who wants to create meaningful impact, scale innovation, and help more patients benefit from scientific progress, I would welcome the opportunity to connect.
Career Timeline
- IncyteCurrent2025–Present· 1 yr 9 mos
- Executive Vice President, Head of US Commercial CurrentApr 2026–Present
- Executive Vice President, Head of U.S Oncology2025–Apr 2026
- 2025–Present· 1 yr 9 mos
- Board MemberCurrent2025–Present
- Jun 2012–2025· 12 yrs 7 mos
- SVP, US Commercial, Immunology - Dermatology and RheumatologySep 2022–2025
- Vice President, U.S Commercial, Neuroscience2021–Sep 2022
- Head, U.S Oncology Franchise StrategyApr 2019–2021
- U.S General Manager, Sports MedicineSep 2017–Apr 2019
- Regional Business Director - NeuroscienceJun 2015–Sep 2017
- Regional Business Director - Hepatology and ImmunologyFeb 2014–Jun 2015
- Product Director, Hepatology MarketingJun 2012–Feb 2014
- May 2011–Feb 2014· 2 yrs 9 mos
- CEO & Co-Founder (Acquired)May 2011–Feb 2014
- Jul 2009–Jun 2012· 2 yrs 11 mos
- Director, Strategy and Business DevelopmentJun 2011–Jun 2012
- Senior Brand Manager, Marketing: Worldwide pharmaceutical operations/ Neuroscience and CNSJul 2009–Jun 2011
- Jun 2006–Jul 2009· 3 yrs 1 mo
- Hepatology SalesAug 2008–Jul 2009
- Brand Manager, Hepatology MarketingJun 2006–Aug 2008
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy - PharmD
St. John's UniversityMBA
Economics and Finance
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business