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Brian S. Tyler

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CEO at McKesson

Brian S. Tyler

CEO at McKesson
Decisive
Assertive
Fast-Paced
Determined
Persuasive
Ambitious
Dynamic
Visionary
Spontaneous
Pioneering
Adventurous
Casual
Enthusiastic
Personable
Adaptable
Optimistic
Inventive
Approachable
Warm
Hospitable
Intuitive
Friendly
Accommodating
Diplomatic
Composed
Thoughtful
Agreeable
Careful
Modest
Consistent
Conscientious
Perceptive
Calm
Diligent
Meticulous
Collected
Accurate
Rational
Reserved
Strong-willed
Skeptical
Straightforward
Efficient
Candid
Steadfast
Focused
Vigorous
Persistent
Location:
Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Education:
University of Chicago - Ph.D and Masters Degree
Overview:
  • CEO of McKesson since Apr 2019
  • Executive Board Member at HDA - Healthcare Distribution Alliance since 2018
  • Board Member at International Federation of Pharmaceutical Wholesalers since 2018
Quotes

COMPANY FUTURE PLANS...

"Don't Debate It For 40 Years, Do It." source

ON COMPANY WORKERS...

"The work is performed in four facilities that were built specifically for that purpose, and for preserving the health and safety of McKesson workers." source

ON COVID'S IMPACT...

"We structured that to make sure that the maximum amount of dollars possible - over 85% - went to treatments and programs that will help this country get through this crisis." source

DISC Type:
Captain (D)
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Driver (Di)
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Initiator (DI)
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Influencer (Id)
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Counselor (Si)
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Planner (Sc)
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Stabilizer (SC)
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Editor (Cs)
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Skeptic (Cd)
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Questioner
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Architect (Dc)
How to communicate
Focus on their need for control and results, be direct and to the point.
Do
Provide specific details about the product's features and benefits
Highlight how the product will solve their problems and make their life easier
Don't
Beat around the bush or offer vague information
Be too pushy or salesy
When communicating with them, focus on being direct, confident, and results-oriented.
Do
Speak in a fast-paced, confident tone
Focus on the bottom line and how your product can help them achieve their goals
Don't
Use too much jargon or technical language
Waste time on small talk or irrelevant details
Focus on big ideas, big concepts, and fast action over analysis.
Do
Use a direct and assertive tone
Emphasize results and benefits over features
Don't
Use overly flowery language or too many details
Be pushy or aggressive
Communicate with energy and a lively approach. Engage them by communicating clearly and vividly.
Do
Use inspiring language and be enthusiastic
Show them how the product can enhance their social status or reputation
Don't
Be too technical or confusing
Focus solely on features without considering how it can improve their life
Communicate in a friendly, casual manner and highlight the benefits of the product. Avoid criticism or confrontation.
Do
Use a light-hearted approach to build rapport
Highlight how the product can benefit their life or work
Don't
Be overly critical or confrontational
Use overly technical or confusing language
Interact with them in a friendly, agreeable manner with a light-hearted approach. Avoid criticism and confrontation.
Do
Wrap your pitch with positivity and emotional language
Include personalized, warm greetings and sincere sign off
Don't
Use forceful or high-pressure language
Talk too much about past experience without explaining the important insights
Focus on building a personal relationship and finding common ground. Speak positively and offer reassurance about the product.
Do
Engage them in conversation and find out their interests and concerns
Offer personalized recommendations and highlight how the product can meet their needs
Don't
Push too hard or use aggressive sales tactics
Dismiss or minimize their concerns or objections
Provide detailed information and use a friendly, personal tone
Do
Explain how your product can meet their specific needs
Use stories or examples that they can relate to
Don't
Use technical language or jargon
Push for a quick decision without building rapport first
Provide a warm, friendly greeting and use positive, upbeat language. Focus on building a relationship and show acceptance for who they are.
Do
Use friendly, expressive language
Refer to common interests and associations
Don't
Use a serious, businesslike tone
Bring up your flaws before they do
Focus on building a relationship and connecting with them on a personal level.
Do
Use a warm, friendly tone
Ask about their interests and hobbies
Don't
Use overly technical language
Pressure them into making a decision
Be friendly and focus on building a relationship with them. Use a light-hearted approach and avoid criticism or confrontation.
Do
Focus on building a friendly relationship
Validate their opinions and approach with positive language
Don't
Use forceful or high-pressure language
Force an aggressive sales pitch
Use a straightforward and logical approach when communicating with them
Do
Provide data and logical reasoning to support your claims
Use clear and concise language
Don't
Use overly expressive or emotional language
Use lots of anecdotes or storytelling
Use a serious, businesslike tone and focus on details, data, and results.
Do
Focus on their toughest problems.
Send additional data to support your pitch
Don't
Bring up your flaws before they do
Be unrealistically optimistic
Focus on providing logical reasoning and factual information. Be patient and answer their questions with clear and concise responses.
Do
Provide data-driven reasons for your product
Answer their questions with a well-thought-out response
Don't
Use overly expressive language
Speak in an overly casual manner
Focus on concrete data, specifics, and logistics. Avoid fluffy language and hype.
Do
Provide clear data and statistics to support the product
Present a clear, logical argument for why the product is worth investing in
Don't
Spend too much time on abstract concepts or big ideas
Get sidetracked with small details or anecdotes
When communicating with them, focus on being clear, concise, and results-oriented.
Do
Provide clear and concise information about the product and its benefits
Focus on results and practical details
Don't
Use overly descriptive or flowery language
Waste time on social chatter or small talk
Executive priorities
  • Enhance healthcare access and affordability through innovative solutions.
  • Drive operational excellence to ensure efficient and effective delivery of healthcare services.
  • Foster strategic partnerships to expand market presence and address evolving industry needs.
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization and within the healthcare sector.
Media
Business Wire

Brian Tyler becomes McKesson’s new CEO.

Veteran McKesson leader, Brian Tyler, becomes the company’s new Chief Executive Officer today.

Youtube

Insights into McKesson's Move to the Dallas Region.

The DRC's Board of Advisors convened for an event, presented by Axxess, featuring Brian Tyler, CEO of McKesson Corporation, and Dr. Daniel Podolsky.

The CEO Magazine

Brian Tyler, Leading a Trusted Brand McKesson.

Brian Scott Tyler is the President, Chief Executive Officer, and director of McKesson.

Personality traits
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Risk-Tolerant
Risk-Averse
Trusting
Skeptical
Optimistic
Pragmatic
Deliberate
Fast-Paced
Matter-Of-Fact
Expressive
Autonomous
Collaborative
Supporting
Dominant
Build rapport
  • Be concise and to the point
  • Speak with confident language
  • Ask what he wants from the call
  • Ask a bold question early
Gather information
  • Get through the most important questions up front
  • Learn about his team's current efficiency
  • Learn what his competition is doing
  • Ask him urgent questions right off the bat
Discuss budget
  • Allow some room for him to negotiate
  • Compare your pricing with competitors
  • Explain how he can save more money in the future
  • Give him the bottom-line pricing without going into details
Drive action
  • Focus on the advantages he will gain
  • Explain how taking action will help him make progress
  • Point out the challenges he will face
  • Push for a quick decision
Negotiate
  • End the discussion and revisit it later if he is being too firm
  • Challenge both parties to come up with a better solution
  • Articulate your personal and mutual goals clearly
  • Use assertive, confident language
Work together
  • Stay focused on the overall goal
  • Adapt quickly to change
  • Set up competition and challenges

McKesson

McKesson is a global healthcare company providing pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and health solutions to improve patient care.
Industry:
Wholesalers: Health Care
Headquarters:
Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Revenue:
$80.89B
Employees:
66,500

How to negotiate

Keep the discussion casual, but be prepared for candid pushback, at times.
Keep your demo concise and to the point
Keep your demo concise and to the point
Keep your demo concise and to the point
Company Milestones
  • 1833: Founded as a small pharmaceutical wholesaler.
  • 1970: Became a publicly traded company on the NYSE.
  • 1999: Acquired HBO & Company, leading to a significant expansion in healthcare technology.
  • 2019: Agreed to settle opioid lawsuits, addressing significant legal challenges.

Demo your product

Notice how he uses your product and let him have fun trial-and-erroring on his own.
Keep your demo concise and to the point
Keep your demo concise and to the point
Top Products
  • Pharmaceutical distribution services ensuring timely delivery of medications.
  • Healthcare technology solutions for optimizing clinical workflows.
  • Medical-surgical supplies and equipment for healthcare facilities.
  • Specialty pharmaceuticals and biotech distribution for advanced therapies.
Key Executives
  • Brian Tyler - CEO
  • Britt Vitalone - EVP, CFO
  • Nancy Flores - EVP, CHRO
  • Bansi Nagji - EVP, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer
  • Edward Mueller - EVP, Group President, Strategy and Business Development
  • Rebecca McKillican - EVP, President, McKesson Canada
  • Lori Schechter - EVP, General Counsel
  • Naveen Chopra - EVP, Chief Growth Officer
Company Stock Performance
Key News
Reuters

McKesson to pay shareholders $141 mln in generic drug pricing lawsuit
McKesson settled a lawsuit for $141 million over generic drug price-fixing claims.
November 2022

The New York Times

Drug Distributors and J.&J. Reach $26 Billion Deal to End Opioid Lawsuits
Distributors, including McKesson, reached a $26 billion settlement in opioid cases.
July 2021

Reuters

McKesson meets full-year profit estimates, renews partnership with CVS
McKesson matched year-end profit forecasts and renewed its CVS partnership.
May 2019

The Wall Street Journal

McKesson to Pay $37 Million to Settle West Virginia Opioid Lawsuit
McKesson Corp. settled with West Virginia for $37 million over opioid claims.
May 2019

Competitive Landscape
Annual Revenue:
$80.89B
  • Achieved 306M+ users on Mckesson by 2023
  • $80.898B revenue in 2023, over 14.77% revenue growth year-over-year
  • McKesson offers integrated healthcare solutions for improved patient outcomes.
Annual Revenue:
$205.00B
  • Cardinal Health is a leading healthcare services and products company.
  • It offers pharmaceutical distribution and medical products globally.
  • 11.99% revenue growth year-over-year.
  • Cardinal Health focuses on improving efficiency and patient care.
Annual Revenue:
$260.00B
  • AmerisourceBergen is a major pharmaceutical sourcing and distribution company.
  • The company focuses on specialty distribution and innovative solutions.
  • 11.5% revenue growth year-over-year
  • AmerisourceBergen aims to enhance access to healthcare and improve outcomes.
Annual Revenue:
$260.00B
  • CVS Health is a prominent retail pharmacy and healthcare company.
  • It operates pharmacies, clinics, and health services across the U.S
  • 10.9% revenue growth year-over-year
  • The company emphasizes convenience and personalized healthcare solutions.

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