Tasniem Patel Email Address

Bayer- Head of Communications in Southern Africa

Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the Life Science fields of health care and agriculture. We develop new molecules for use in innovative products and solutions to improve the health of humans, animals and plants. Our Research and Development activities are based on a profound understanding of the biochemical processes in living organisms.\r\n\r\nThe Pharmaceuticals Division focuses on prescription products, especially for women’s healthcare and cardiology, and also on specialty therapeutics in the areas of oncology, hematology and ophthalmology. The division also comprises the Radiology Business Unit which markets contrast-enhanced diagnostic imaging equipment together with the necessary contrast agents.

A senior Corporate Affairs professional with 18 years of experience at an executive management level across various industries. Tasniem is also professionally qualified, with an undergraduate in BA Communications a post graduate Honours degree in Journalism and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA). She is seasoned in the leadership and development of the corporate brand, marketing, reputation management, stakeholder relations and sustainability/ESG functions. With knowledge and experience in highly matrixed, cross-industry, multinational business in Africa, she is able to adapt her professional knowledge across the continent beyond corporate affairs to help develop and drive strategic business objectives.