About Sentrex

Joe is a healthcare entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in specialty distribution, brand management, strategy development, and patient support programs. He began his career at Sanofi in France as a member of the global brand team. He later spent several years at Boehringer-Ingelheim Canada and Bayer Canada, in various product management and sales roles.

In 2017, after several years in Ophthalmology at Bayer, Joe started Sentrex, specializing in complex ophthalmic biologics and PSPs across Canada. Sentrex has since experienced exponential growth, expanding into neurology, oncology, dermatology, hepatology, IBD and rare disease.

As CEO of Sentrex, Taflyn is committed to patient-centric values, operational excellence and fostering a collaborative, courageous, people-focused culture. Before joining Sentrex, Taflyn spent over two decades in various roles in pharmaceutical sales, marketing and senior leadership.

Taflyn’s background also includes early career experiences in healthcare, where she supported children with special needs and their families. Her journey led her through diverse roles, from being a special needs coordinator for the Town of Markham to helping patients share their life stories in long-term care. Her experience in multiple industries and with various patient groups gives her a deep understanding of patient support programs from both the patient’s and the manufacturer’s perspective.

Taflyn’s mission is clear: to deeply understand the needs of each stakeholder, including patients, healthcare professionals, and manufacturers, to create and execute innovative programs that exceed their expectations.

As a pharmacist Bev spent many years delivering front line care to patients in the community and in long-term care. In 2009 Bev joined The Pangaea Group as a Director, where she consulted with the pharmaceutical industry on a multitude of topics including pharmacy practice, biologics, strategic planning and the business of pharmaceuticals in Canada. Bev is a collaborator and an effective moderator who has participated on several panels and has penned several articles.

In 2021, Bev joined Sentrex Health Solutions to apply her skills to a growing and entrepreneurial patient-focused company where the status quo is challenged and better ways of meeting patient needs are pursued.

Erik brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, including senior roles as Head of Commercial Operations at Galderma, Vice President of Pharmaceutical Operations & Digital Strategy at Bayer, and Executive Director of Business Insights and Commercial Excellence at Allergan. He has also served as a Board Member of CAPDM and currently advises several AI start-ups in the healthcare space.

Erik is widely recognized for building high-performing teams and advancing commercial and healthcare capabilities through advanced data analytics, industry-leading customer and patient support services, and large-scale digital transformation initiatives. His achievements include delivering scalable operating models and modern CRM, go-to-market strategy, and data platforms that have improved efficiency, logistics and distribution, compliance, and customer engagement across Canadian and international markets.

Mike is a finance and operations executive with over 30 years of experience in both large public and mid-market private businesses. He brings deep expertise in strategy execution, financial planning & analysis, treasury, acquisitions, and capital raises. His career includes leadership roles across consumer-packaged goods, food & beverage, agriculture, and life sciences, with direct experience in scaling businesses, restructuring, and optimizing financial operations.

Mike’s experience and passion will help Sentrex in driving meaningful impact for patients, healthcare providers and partners.

Ryan O’Connor brings over a decade of experience in consulting and retail industries to Sentrex. He previously served as Vice President of Supply Chain Technology at Canadian Tire, enhancing business capabilities across multiple banners through modern technology and innovation.

Ryan’s academic background includes studies at Bishop’s University and the University of Hong Kong, culminating in an MBA from the Rotman School of Management. Following his MBA, he spent nearly ten years as a consultant, advising leading companies in the medical devices and pharmaceutical industries, such as Plexxus, MedImmune, and AstraZeneca.

In the retail sector, Ryan has held significant roles at Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaw Companies Limited, and Canadian Tire, focusing on building strong teams and advancing business capabilities in Master Data Management, Supply Chain, Category Management, Finance, Real Estate, and Consumer Brands. Throughout his career, Ryan has consistently leveraged technology to drive efficiency and innovation, aiming to improve operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.

Kent Spadzinski leads a team dedicated to architecting, enhancing, and maintaining advanced technology solutions for Sentrex. With a career spanning over twenty-five years, Kent has developed expertise in technical and business roles across the construction, mining, and telecommunications industries. At Sentrex, he is committed to building a team that supports the company’s technological needs and strategic goals.

John brings a rare combination of expertise to the general counsel role at Sentrex. As a licensed lawyer and pharmacist in Ontario, John has over 20 years of experience working on commercial and regulatory matters for companies and regulators across the pharmaceutical supply chain. Prior to joining Sentrex, John worked at top-tier law firms in Toronto as well as the Pharmaceutical Advertising Advisory Board (PAAB).

His legal practice is enhanced by his previous experience in patient care and pharmacy operations with a national pharmacy retailer. This enables him to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder issues with precision while delivering innovative, practical solutions tailored to the needs of clients and partners in the healthcare sector.

Dale joined Sentrex in 2021, bringing with her three decades of extensive experience in pharmaceutical distribution. Her illustrious career began at McKesson Canada, where she held a pivotal role overseeing the narcotics department before contributing to the successful launch of their third-party logistics division.

Following her tenure at McKesson, Dale assumed responsibility for managing national distribution activities at Solvay Pharma, further honing her expertise in the field. Subsequently, she embarked on a new chapter at Innomar Strategies, where she contributed to the establishment of their 3PL division. Dale’s leadership journey continued as she transitioned to overseeing the Specialty wholesale division, steering its national distribution team through remarkable growth.

Dale is a firm advocate for fostering environments of continuous improvement, driven by a team committed to quality and dedicated to enhancing the patient experience. Her unwavering belief in the transformative power of collaboration and innovation underscores her approach to pharmaceutical distribution.

With nearly 20 years in healthcare, Kevin brings expertise in quality, PV and regulatory affairs across the pharmaceutical, pharmacy, and medical device industries. At Sanis Health, he managed these areas for business units including drug manufacturing, wholesale and importation, specialty health patient support programs, central pharmacy services, and long-term care pharmacy. Previously, he led quality for a supply chain, a brand and generic drug manufacturer, and a medical device manufacturer.

Kevin is a seasoned professional with experience working with Health Canada, provincial authorities, and pharmacy colleges. He holds a Bachelor of Science, MBA, Six Sigma Black Belt and is pursuing a Master of Science.

Ann is an accomplished strategic leader with over 25 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry. She has held leadership roles in medical affairs, market access, sales, and marketing at GSK. Most recently, Ann served as the Head of Neurology at UCB Canada, where she led commercial and medical teams to deliver exceptional results. Ann excels in tackling complex challenges with innovative solutions, driven by curiosity and forward thinking.

With a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Toronto, Ann brings a solid foundation to her role. Prior to her industry career, she completed a clinical residency at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and practiced as a licensed pharmacist. Joining Sentrex as VP, Pharma Partnerships and Patient Programs allows Ann to leverage her diverse experience and expertise, fulfilling her passion for positively impacting patient care and outcomes.

Erin began her career in home healthcare, delivering personalized care to pediatric and palliative patients. A certified Medical Laboratory Technician and active member of the MLPAO, she brings over a decade of progressive leadership experience in People, Program, and Portfolio Management, with a focus on Patient Support Programs across diverse therapeutic areas. Her background includes senior leadership roles as Director of Operations within the specialty pharmacy sector, PSP Lead at GlaxoSmithKline, and more recently, Senior Director of Patient Support Programs at Sentrex.

Erin’s extensive operational expertise, coupled with her Lean Six Sigma certification and commitment to patient-centric care, enables her to navigate the complexities of patient access with precision and insight. She brings a strategic, process-driven approach to delivering high-quality support services that improve both patient outcomes and stakeholder experience.

Adnan brings over a decade of experience across the healthcare and specialty pharmaceutical sectors, with expertise spanning pharmacy operations, patient access, and business strategy. Prior to joining Sentrex, he held significant roles at McKesson Canada, where he led strategy initiatives supporting pharmacy and patient access services.

Through recent years at Sentrex, Adnan has played a key role in strengthening the organization's pharmacy infrastructure across Canada, helping to standardize processes, enhance operational efficiency, and support scalable growth. Known for his collaborative leadership style and operational discipline, he has consistently driven alignment across teams to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.

As Vice President, Ophthalmology, Adnan is focused on fostering greater alignment across the business, streamlining operations, and delivering meaningful outcomes for the patients and partners Sentrex serves.