The new general manager of Novo Nordisk’s Irish operation arrived here just before Christmas and, like the rest of us, has barely seen the sun since. I agree.”MotivationFor the 45-year-old, much of the motivation in joining Novo Nordisk lay in seeing the impact diabetes and obesity had on her family in Turkey. “If you open the map of Ireland, Athlone sits just in the middle of the country,” she says, noting this makes it a good location for logistics. At the time of writing, Novo Nordisk is still awaiting authorisation for its oral treatment here. Position: General manager, Novo Nordisk Ireland.

Source: The Irish Times March 20, 2026 11:12 UTC