April 3rd, 2019

Sharp, a leading provider of pharmaceutical packaging and clinical services, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Kevin Orfan as president of Sharp Packaging US.

Mr. Orfan will be based in Sharp’s Allentown Campus, in Pennsylvania. He joins Sharp from Pfizer CentreOne where he was vice president of drug product contract manufacturing. Mr. Orfan has been in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry for over 30 years and has significant experience in contract manufacturing and related services. 

Kevin Orfan, President of Sharp Packaging, US
Kevin Orfan, President of Sharp Packaging, US

Mike O’Hara, president of the Sharp Division said:

I am very pleased to welcome Kevin to Sharp’s senior executive team to lead our US Packaging business and to drive forward our plans for sustainable growth in the US. Kevin is a key appointment for Sharp, joining the US Packaging business at a time of unprecedented customer demand.  He brings significant skill, industry knowledge and experience to our leadership team that will help us execute more effectively on our growth strategy and drive an enhanced customer experience.

Commenting on his appointment, Kevin Orfan said: “I am delighted to join Sharp to lead the US packaging business at this important time in its growth journey.  Sharp has established an excellent reputation for expertise and innovation in contract packaging and related technology services, and is well positioned to capitalize on the emerging opportunities that the contract services market presents. 

“I look forward to working closely with the Sharp team and our customers to continue to help bring important medicines to patients around the world.”