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Tom Gallen
Managing Editor – Europe
Having joined OTC bulletin as a business reporter in 2013, Tom is currently the managing editor and has an intimate knowledge of the global consumer healthcare market, particularly commercial and regulatory issues. He specializes in analyzing the strategies of the world's leading consumer healthcare companies, their business performance, plans and product portfolios.
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Latest From Tom Gallen
Reckitt Begins CEO Search As Kapoor Departs The Company He Reshaped
Reckitt Benckiser's long-serving CEO, Rakesh Kapoor, has unexpectedly announced his intention to retire by the end of the year, with the company immediately kicking off the search for his replacement. Kapoor will be remembered for transforming RB's consumer health business, but also for a number of setbacks under his watch which have impacted results.
J&J Names New EMEA Chief To Drive Consumer Growth
J&J has turned to long-serving exec Pat Smallcombe to drive growth and market share for its Consumer business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Spanish Consumers Not Swayed By Ads, Preferring Trusted OTC Remedies
Consumers in Spain tend to choose medicines they have used previously when tackling the symptoms of cold and flu, a survey shows. Interestingly, less than 2% of Spaniards claim to be influenced by TV advertising when selecting an OTC brand.
Supplements Industry Under Threat In Australia With 'Made In' Claim Restrictions
Claiming a dietary supplement is 'Made in Australia' has become much harder, threatening the long term viability of a thriving industry, warns Complementary Medicines Australia.
Bayer Slapped With Weighty Fine For Misleading Consumers in Hungary
Advertisements for Bayer's Berocca brand in Hungary were found to be misleading by the national competition watchdog, resulting in a considerable fine for the German group.
Polish Consumers Finding It Harder To Access OTC Drugs
Trend of pharmacy closures in 2018 threatens Polish consumers' access to consumer health products, insists local OTC association PASMI. Over 90% of OTC sales in Poland currently go through pharmacies.
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