Brent Willis
CEO
Brent Willis
Voyageur Pharmaceuticals
CEO
Brent Willis, a seasoned business leader with a career that spans across diverse industries such as pharmaceuticals, mining, and technology innovation, has consistently showcased a remarkable track record of successfully leading projects and companies to profitability even within the most challenging environments. His journey is a testament to his strategic vision, operational excellence, and unwavering leadership skills.
Having founded and directed companies like Voyageur Minerals Ltd, Brent possesses a unique ability to transform ventures, evident in the evolution of Voyageur Pharmaceuticals Ltd from its roots as a mining company. Under his guidance, Voyageur expanded its focus to become a radiology drug company with a comprehensive portfolio of five Health Canada licensed barium contrast products and a new drug pipeline.
Brent’s expertise is not limited to business transformations. He has honed his skills in negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts, cultivating positive relationships with stakeholders, and spearheading corporate social responsibility initiatives. His background in petroleum engineering, mining, and mineral processing, coupled with extensive experience in entrepreneurship and startups, has equipped him with a well-rounded perspective essential for sustainable growth and success.
Moreover, Brent excels at team building, evident in his ability to assemble experienced and dedicated teams within Voyageur. By creating a strong foundation of expertise, he has steered the company towards a future where it will be a vertically integrated radiology drug company. Through strategic partnerships, such as the collaboration with Rain Cage Carbon Inc., a Calgary based carbon capture company, Brent is at the forefront of innovation in the radiology market. By utilizing endofullerenes created from carbon capture, Voyageur Pharmaceuticals is pioneering the development of the next generation of contrast media drugs.
Brent’s leadership, coupled with his deep expertise in various industries, positions him as a trailblazer in the business world, driving Voyageur Pharmaceuticals towards a future of sustained growth, innovation, and industry leadership.