DAVID PASCOE
Director
David has over 25 years experience within the NZ pharmaceutical industry, having worked for several 'big pharma' companies including Janssen, Bristol Myers Squibb and SKB, prior to becoming a founding partner of Max Health™ in 2009. Senior roles in marketing, pre-marketing and business development have enabled him to build an enviable list of contacts within the NZ reimbursement and regulatory environments. David manages operations for Max Health™ and leads our regulatory group.
PATRICK FORRESTER
Director
Patrick also has over 25 years of pharmaceutical experience in the NZ and Australian markets. After starting in sales with Glaxo, he had a long career with Janssen on both sides of the Tasman, culminating in leadership of the new product development function for the Asia Pacific region. He returned to NZ as the Sales and Marketing Director for Astra Zeneca, before establishing Max Health™ with David Pascoe. Patrick manages finance for Max Health™ and leads the sales and marketing function for the company.
CAROLINE NORWOOD
Regulatory Affairs
Caroline is a highly capable Regulatory Affairs specialist, who has extensive experience working with both innovator and generic companies in New Zealand and Australia, including Novartis, AFT and Multichem. This experience has encompassed OTC, prescription and hospital/specialty product areas.
Caroline has her own consultancy business. She has been working with Max Health for several years and is responsible for management of all regulatory submissions for the company. She provides us with technical expertise, regulatory knowhow and she has close connections with industry and government regulatory bodies. She is also closely involved with the development of our longer term regulatory strategy.
LINDA LEYDON
Sales and Marketing Manager
Linda joined Max Health late in 2024. She brings a wealth of experience from many years in the New Zealand pharma industry. Her background includes many ‘big name’ global pharma companies as well as local players. Linda’s previous roles include a variety of senior leadership sales and marketing positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas. She is experienced in all aspects of product life-cycle management – from the evaluation phase and launch through to direct-to-consumer campaigns and health care professional promotion. A dedicated problem solver and innovative marketer, Linda enjoys the challenge of navigating the complex journey which results in a product being in the hands of the person who needs it most – the patient.
At Max Health, Linda will lead the sales and marketing function with a goal of driving our business forward while embracing the company culture of lean, effective and fun!
MICHAEL GREENWOOD
Supply Chain Manager
Michael joined the Max Health team at the start of 2021. His previous experience working for Maersk and AFT Pharmaceuticals has developed his thorough understanding of international freight and logistics, particularly as it applies to the pharmaceutical industry. Michael manages the Logistics function at Max Health; a critical role for a company experiencing our current level of growth. He also provides oversight of the Accounts function for the business.
LEANNE CARPENDALE
Office Administration and Logistics Co-ordinator
Leanne joined the Max Health team at the start of 2023. She brings with her a vast array of skills, experience, and wisdom to the Max Health team. Leanne previously worked for Janssen-Cilag for 23 years in a variety of marketing and administrative roles. At Max Health, Leanne provides support for Logistics functions. She also manages the Max Health office, handling a wide range of administrative duties.
LYNDA McCREE
Product Specialist
Lynda joined the Max Health team in January 2025 as the organisation’s Product Specialist. With years of hands-on experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Lynda brings a depth of knowledge and a demonstrated history of successful sales performance. She has had sales roles across numerous therapeutic areas, delivering value to a wide range of key stakeholders.
Lynda enjoys building strong relationships with customers, understanding their unique needs and providing tailored solutions that make a real difference. Whether it is through personalised customer consultations, in depth product discussions or ongoing customer care, Lynda is committed to helping connect the Max Health products with our customers and patients through every interaction.