Candidate 2 - Henrietta Higgins – Current Position – Assistant Director of Purchasing

Candidate 4: Marg Simpson – Current Position: Sales Director, Chicago Office

Marg Simpson is recommended to fill the position of Director of Research and Development. Marg Simpson is currently serving as the Sales Director of the Chicago Office. Marg is being suggested for the Director of Research and Development (R&D) position. Although she has never lived abroad, she has had direct interaction with the local Muslim community and has taken time to learn some Arabic and believes that she can continue to learn with help and time to study. Marg Simpson understanding of the Muslim community has contributed to several innovative approaches to increase sales within the Chicago office. Marg is both motivated and skilled in regard to her work ethic and business decision making. Marg sees challenges as chances to find creative solutions to problems that had not been previously considered. Her experience of managing her team well, her adaptability, and being a people-first person will make her able to work with the scientists and experts across all departments and divisions. Research and Development is essential for the future success of Biotech and Marg has shown that she is capable of leading that division successfully.

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