Alyssa Banner

Alyssa Banner is an experienced professional with a strong background in business change management, strategy, and stakeholder engagement across various industries, including pharmaceuticals, mining, and government. Currently serving as the Director of Strategy, Planning & Execution at Astellas Pharma, Alyssa has successfully led initiatives such as the launch of a Global Contracting Office and the implementation of an outsourced payroll solution impacting over 15,000 employees. Prior roles include significant leadership positions in major organizations such as GSK, BP, and Anglo American, where Alyssa directed communication and engagement for large-scale SAP implementations and transformation projects. Alyssa holds multiple advanced degrees, including an MBA from the University of Warwick, and specialized training in drug development and digital transformation.