JOSEPH m. Valanzuolo

"For the past 8 years I've had the honor of working for Joe as a Filling Operator Lead. Joe has been crucial in helping to build a positive, healthy working environment for myself and others. No matter how busy, he always made time to lend an ear whether it was work or personal. Joe always showed that he cared, offering support and guidance when I needed it the most. I am truly thankful to Joe for giving me the voice I did not always realize I had, and for allowing me to be my authentic self. He proved time and time again that always wanted the the best for his team, and those around him."

Edna Zuluagang

"Having worked closely with Joe as the Manufacturing Executive Director at American Regent Inc. (ARI), I have witnessed firsthand exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to excellence. As Jim Rohn said, "The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not a bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; ve humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly." Joe embodies these principles fully, making him an outstanding Executive Director and a highly respected leader. During his tenture at ARi, Joe has demonstrated remarkable strength in leadership, always approaching challenges with a bold yet thoughtful mindset. His ability to inspire and motivate his team is unparalleled, fostering a collaborative an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best."

Sevika Sataur

"For the past 6 years I have had the opportunity and pleasure to work closely under Joe. His tireless leadership and unwavering drive for excellence has had an incredible impact on the improvements and growth that have been achieved. His dedication is nothing short of inspiring and his ability to coach others is a rare attribute. Joe has a tremendous ability to judge talent and get the best out of his workers while empowering them to strive for greatness. A natural leader, he has never hesitated to go above and beyond expectations. I am grateful for the opportunities he provided me and know that any organization he is a part of will benefit greatly from his leadership."

David Hammer

"Over the course of my 8 years working for American Regent, Joe established himself as a true leader amongst the team. He continously demonstrated that he cared about doing what was best for the company and the people around him. He worked feveishly to build a postivie, team-centric culture that strove for continuous improvement. Joe provided me with invaluable mentorship. He always supported me in my growth within the company , and as an individual in my personal life. I can not thank Joe enough for giving me the opportunity that he did, and believing in me throughout these 8 years. I would not be where I am today had it not been for Joe."

Richard Perazzo

"Joe was my manager for over 2 years. I was fairly new to pharmaceutical industry and had scientific background but not much knowledge of manufacturing, felt very fortunate to land on his team. I very much enjoyed working with him on prefilled syringe project which included IQ/OQ and PQ of newly constructed filling rooms and newly installed equipment. Joe always thought every possible scenario of problems and found solutions. Joe led the team to consistently exceed quote month over month. He sets realistic goals and gives clear instructions and feedback. Joe instills pride, confidence, and positive energy in everyone on his team."

Archana Rathod

"Over the course of my time at American Regent I had the pleasure of learning from Joe. As Executive Director, Joe used his leadership abilities to not only achieve the goals of the organization but to promote a positive work place culture. Joe has been exceptional mentor to me, someone who challenged me and provided me with opportunities to grow professionally. I am grateful for all of the guidance he provided me with. "

Marcus Alvarez, MBA

I have had the privilege of working for and with Joseph Valanzuolo for 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry. As a mentee to Joseph, I have had the pleasure of learning and applying strategies in leadership, strategic thinking, accountability, technical analysis, and innovation principles. Working alongside Joe, we spearheaded a range of projects that spanned diverse areas such as clean room applications and principles, particle monitoring systems, Six Sigma waste reduction projects, Kanban principles, process engineering, and compliance principles. Joe's ability to seamlessly integrate these complex areas into our work is a testament to his deep expertise and innovative mindset. Some of Joe's strongest qualities include, but are not limited to, his exceptional leadership skills and his ability to bring out the best in people."

Harry Obamije, CLSSGB