Wes Wheeler/Tim Arendt-Twin Destroyers?? [Archive]

Anonymous

04-13-2004, 10:07 PM

You are correct.

If I were to be completely accurate, I would have to admit that they are not "single handedly" destroying the company.

They are in fact being helped by other ex-GSK managers.

What are you referring to when you say "things aren't perfect"?

It sounds like you may know a little about what's going on, do you have any connections to Valeant management?

Anonymous

04-13-2004, 10:31 PM

When I say "things aren't perfect" I am mostly talking about some baffling promotions and firings (promotions for SG and AS, "firing" CD), as well as very poor support of the sales force (inaccurate and late incentive compensation and sales reporting, as well as poor communication with the field -leading to fairly widespread discontent despite fairly strong performance, and in some cases very strong performance, by the sales force).

On the positive side, the stock is doing well and business development efforts are aggressive and large-scale for the neurology and dermatology franchises, and the R&D process for Viramidine is being exceptionally well-managed.

I am not ex-GSK.

Anonymous

04-13-2004, 10:33 PM

I am interviewing with GSK on Thursday... Any advice?

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 01:06 AM

Wow! You know more than Tim Tyson!
They should put you in charge!
You left out some very key indicators that I won't go into because it would reveal my identity.
On the other hand, your information is so specific, I could almost guess who you are.
I'm curious, why in the world would an internal Valeant manager be monitoring a GSK sales rep site?
Very interesting...

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 10:21 AM

The day Wes Wheeler left was a great day for GSK!

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 12:06 PM

Hmmm...interesting perspective. Unfortunately for Valeant, I think that they have been making excuses far too long. It makes one wonder why big GSK guys would ever come to a little company like Valeant. What's in it for them? Gotta be something pretty good. Doubt it has to do with "making the company successful". More like "making themselves successful" at the expense of others.

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 01:38 PM

Couldn't have said it better myself!

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 09:42 PM

I've worked with Tim Arendt in a few different areas and can only say good things about him. Hands off, bottom line guy. What you say about him at Valleant doesn't add up.

Anonymous

04-14-2004, 10:26 PM

I'd second the above comment on Tim Arendt...I'm an ex-GSK specialty rep.

Anonymous

04-15-2004, 09:19 AM

I guess his results will speak for themselves.

Anonymous

04-15-2004, 02:47 PM

Anyone ever worked for Wheeler or know anything about him? What's his deal?

Anonymous

04-20-2004, 09:38 PM

I don't know Wheeler, but I heard that he was a jerk.
Could "crack the whip" but never get anyone to follow his lead. Thought he knew it all, but didn't deliver.
I knew Tim, found him to be a bit arrogant and self centered.
Talked a good talk, but when it came right down to it, I never trusted him.
What I'm wondering, is with all the Pharma managers in the world, why would they choose these guys?

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 07:01 AM

Tim Arendt is one of the most fair and decent guys I have ever worked with and for. His departure from GSK was a great loss to the company. I would welcome him back in a second.

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 11:50 AM

Maybe he was at GSK, but he sure isn't at Valeant. People above him may agree with you (GSK folks) but not the people below him.

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 01:43 PM

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Tim Arendt is one of the most fair and decent guys I have ever worked with and for. His departure from GSK was a great loss to the company. I would welcome him back in a second.

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I understand that there's a whole lotta folks over at Valeant that would love to help you get him back!

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 05:39 PM

At Valeant, we'll all chip in and pay the headhunters fee to get him back to GSK?

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 08:37 PM

Wheeler and Arendt can't screw it up any worse than the losers that were running things. They have cleaned out a lot of trash employees and need to be given a chance. Not everyone is unhappy with the changes, just the losers.

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 10:07 PM

Arendt is doing the right things for Valeant....it's just there's NO communication w/in that company. They're probably going to land Bioglan to give their Derm division at least a broader RX portfolio for several years to come..but morale & patience are low there...he's NOT the problem..it's definitely
Wheeler that's the culprit and the "main destroyer"!

Anonymous

04-21-2004, 11:35 PM

Our offer still stands, we'll still pay the headhunter fees... now go to the bathroom and wipe the shit off your nose.

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 12:03 AM

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Wheeler and Arendt can't screw it up any worse than the losers that were running things. They have cleaned out a lot of trash employees and need to be given a chance. Not everyone is unhappy with the changes, just the losers.

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Honey, I know you love Tim, but you are clearly out of touch with reality. Does his wife know about you?

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 12:08 AM

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 01:12 PM

[QUOTE]
Wheeler and Arendt can't screw it up any worse than the losers that were running things. They have cleaned out a lot of trash employees and need to be given a chance. Not everyone is unhappy with the changes, just the losers.

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How nice! How many stock options did you get from Arendt? Lining your pockets too, are you? Sure they'll turn Valeant around, at least enough on the outside so Wall Street believes it. They'll retire fast and early and the employees will be left to twist in the wind.

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 05:59 PM

You would be the boy!

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 07:08 PM

Ah c'mon, you promised me I could be the man this time!

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 07:59 PM

Aziz you couldn't be a man even if you wanted to.

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 09:12 PM

Will you homo's go back to the Eli Lilly board where you belong

Anonymous

04-22-2004, 09:27 PM

Can we all just say together " Who gives a shit about Valeant?" Nobody. If you don't like your leadership, move on.

Anonymous

04-25-2004, 09:23 PM

Fat, drunk, and stupid is no way to go through life, son. (can you name what movie that quote comes from?)

Anonymous

04-26-2004, 09:29 PM

Red wine gives you blue memories

Anonymous

04-26-2004, 10:23 PM

Animal House - Dean talking to Flounder - I don't think there is a prize for this answer - AG

Anonymous

04-30-2004, 06:17 AM

Well, with that attitude, it is no wonder that you are a Valeant rep and not a Glaxo professional. Maybe you should try coming to work for a really great company. On second thought, no thanks. Give Tim a chance.

Anonymous

05-03-2004, 10:04 PM

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Well, with that attitude, it is no wonder that you are a Valeant rep and not a Glaxo professional. Maybe you should try coming to work for a really great company. On second thought, no thanks. Give Tim a chance.

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If all the Glaxo managers are like the losers that have come to Valeant, I'll try my luck elsewhere, thanks.

Anonymous

05-03-2004, 10:27 PM

Please do!

Anonymous

05-10-2004, 01:33 PM

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I guess his results will speak for themselves.

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I guess this poster knew what he/she was talking about.
In the past week alone,
Valeant stock has dropped from $26/share to $16/share!
Results do speak for themselves!

Anonymous

05-20-2004, 03:15 PM

That was so refined and grown up. You must feel so good about yourself. I'll bet you're on your way to a really standout career too.

Anonymous

10-30-2004, 08:46 PM

I'm not familiar with Wes Wheeler but do know Tim Arendt and use to work for him. He is a good guy, fair and approachable, yet a no-nonsense person. He trusts those around him and empowers them. My advice is to get to know him and find out what he wants...then try to get it done. Final thought for you: do you want to stay at VP or leave? If you want to stay, then follow my advice. If not, then leave and don't fight the system. Wish we could talk 1 to 1.

Anonymous

02-09-2007, 12:03 PM

Did exactly the same at GSK

Anonymous

03-04-2009, 11:48 AM

Wes is at it again--- Patheon

Anonymous

04-03-2011, 04:39 PM

I know Wheeler and he just lost another job - what more can I say - he IS A JERK - in pharma direct from Exxon Mobil - now what does that tell you???????????

Anonymous

04-03-2011, 04:49 PM

Wheeler has a history of messing up a lot of companies. Look further back from GSK, there are others. He has messed up people around him and good to finally see him fired from Patheon. Somebody got smart. He and all his GSK cronies should go. I would also pay a headhunter to keep him out of the industry. He has a history of stepping on quality for the sake of getting product on the market

Anonymous

04-03-2011, 04:52 PM

Would be good if Wheeler left drug companies. He deserves to be without a job after letting a lot of people go. He came from oil business and does not know anything about drugs. Finally somebody got smart and fired him - hope for good

Anonymous

04-04-2011, 07:15 PM

I know them both, and worked in RTP when they were both there. Wes worked for TT as an Engineer. His claim to fame was building the RTP R&D Building "On Time & Under Budget." Not quite true, as sheetrock was placed without any of the electrical infrastructure in place. Johnson Controls was told to keep quiet and finish the job quietly after the celbrated opening. He followed TT to Commercial Operations, and rose to VP of Marketing for the GI/Anti-Infective department after Stan Hull was promoted. He was all about process, as you would expect of an engineer, with zero marketing or product knowledge. He was completely ineffective. When GW merged with SKB, and TT became President of Manufacturing, Wes followed him. His job was to identify the manufacturing plants to be closed. Does the name Cidra ring a bell? He missed it.
Tim at least had knowledge, and he could be seen as easy to work for, because he was constantly managing up. All he cared about was his next promotion, and he would do anything to get there.
Both worked for characters who demanded total loyalty. They were both toadies for TT & CB, and were spineless when ordered to act.
Any company is better off without them. They don't build, they tear down. I was there, and saw it first hand.

Anonymous

04-09-2011, 09:51 AM

I hope Wheeler is on food stamps right about now. He deserves it after destroying so many companies and people in his path. What goes around comes around and he'll recognize others aren't there to protect him anymore. I also have first hand knowledge of him and can cheer each time he gets FIRED again. I watched him come and go into pharma companies and messing up many companies by pushing product out the door in lieu of compliance.

Anonymous

04-19-2011, 04:10 PM

I worked for the SOB, sh't for brains, jackass WW for more days than I want to count. I have never in my career met someone who is so insecure, arrogant and full of themselves. Does “self-important” ring a bell? Doaa his lovely “friend” oh I mean GC is gone too. The folks at JLL finally woke up and got rid of that garbage and there are two more to go!

Anonymous

08-04-2011, 02:36 PM

Wes Wheeler joins Marken, he is bringing over Doa fuckallah as well in a few weeks/months.
I see your points about him ,and I have to tell you, he is a self promoting bastard that doesnt care about anyone else or jobs. Marken revenue has dropped 3% since he joined the company in May. He has banned all travel yet he and his cronies fly first class. Laid off most of the staff in the Beijing office, closing San francisco and Hong kong by November, cut all bonuses and Failed to acquire Quick intl, and currenltly working to do even more "cost cutting" I am in serious fear of my Job right now

Signed,
Marken Employee

Anonymous

08-22-2011, 07:28 PM

Marken Employee, I really feel for you I have been in your position. " D. Fuckallah" THAT is a good one, I will share with the Patheon folks. Seriously take care ... I really feel for you guys that man is a monster.

Anonymous

08-30-2011, 03:32 PM

What ever happened to Don Wheeler, the back stabber?

Anonymous

10-01-2011, 02:53 PM

Anonymous

10-26-2011, 01:42 PM

So if a recruiter called and stated Wes Wheeler needed an Assistant to the CEO and you already have a job, would you decline immediately?

Anonymous

11-19-2011, 05:24 AM

Hi
I don't think the Marken employee comments are ridiculous at all, they look accurate from where a lot of Marken employees are standing.. The man is a clown!! Making it happen.. yes maybe for the few around him willing to kiss his ass.. The promotions have started 'jerks who think they know what they are talking about... but in reality are useless.. The crap Wheeler puts out in his monthly sermons emailed to everyone is the company.. He's surely talking about some other company right!! making it happen.. yeah right, wasteful self serving prick with D Fuckallah at his side for a bit of comfort...

Anonymous

11-19-2011, 05:25 AM

I don't think the Marken employee comments are ridiculous at all, they look accurate from where a lot of Marken employees are standing.. The man is a clown!! Making it happen.. yes maybe for the few around him willing to kiss his ass.. The promotions have started 'jerks who think they know what they are talking about... but in reality are useless.. The crap Wheeler puts out in his monthly sermons emailed to everyone is the company.. He's surely talking about some other company right!! making it happen.. yeah right, wasteful self serving prick with D Fuckallah at his side for a bit of comfort...

Anonymous

11-28-2011, 09:20 PM

Anonymous

11-30-2011, 07:05 PM

You guys have too much fun !!
Why don't you just leave the company if you are not happy ?
Maybe both of you can set up a show with Mr Bean.
Or just buy a brain at CVS !! They have sales for Xmas !!

Anonymous

12-05-2011, 10:35 PM

Its gone from bad to worse. Improvement is not in the future unless they fire all the useless shit called Management.

I don't think the Marken employee comments are ridiculous at all, they look accurate from where a lot of Marken employees are standing.. The man is a clown!! Making it happen.. yes maybe for the few around him willing to kiss his ass.. The promotions have started 'jerks who think they know what they are talking about... but in reality are useless.. The crap Wheeler puts out in his monthly sermons emailed to everyone is the company.. He's surely talking about some other company right!! making it happen.. yeah right, wasteful self serving prick with D Fuckallah at his side for a bit of comfort...

Anonymous

06-05-2012, 02:24 PM

the Marken employee statement is ridiculous - in fact it is the opposite - the company is expanding, hiring and growing in a market which is struggling. It is always interesting how frustration changes reality

To the idiot who wrote the above, do you still think Wes Wheeler is doing a good job? you need to read this article!
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/banksandfinance/privateequity/9288773/Apax-faces-320m-loss-on-Marken.html
If the company was "expanding" and "growing" and "hiring" why is he laying off so many people? how can you be "growing" if you manage to eliminate a third of the company's value in less than a year?

Anonymous

11-14-2012, 05:16 PM

To the idiot part 2.
If you will still want to argue, please check these links :

Salary agreements
http://google.brand.edgar-online.com/EFX_dll/EDGARpro.dll?FetchFilingHtmlSection1?SectionID=775 4875-4765476-4772116&SessionID=Ye5TFSCVNXfWHT7

http://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1400431/000119312511047477/dex1022.htm

This intel is self explanatory, you can imagine the load of money they are making now while at Marken

Anonymous

11-20-2012, 04:17 PM

I am writing from Valeant pharmaceuticals, where Wes Wheeler and Tim Arendt are single-handedly destroying the company. We were just wondering what their reputations were at GSK, Any opinions?

QUESTION.. is arendt around 55 yrs old? i competed against a shot putter and discus thrower in high school with the same name. he was better at football. let's leave it at that as far as his track & field skill set.

Anonymous

02-24-2013, 05:26 AM

To the idiot who wrote the above, do you still think Wes Wheeler is doing a good job? you need to read this article!
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/banksandfinance/privateequity/9288773/Apax-faces-320m-loss-on-Marken.html
If the company was "expanding" and "growing" and "hiring" why is he laying off so many people? how can you be "growing" if you manage to eliminate a third of the company's value in less than a year?

It's true the company are loosing staff here in the US & Europe.. experienced staff leaving or being 'layed off' I guess it cant go on for ever losses each month.. these guys will call a halt one day??
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/banksandfinance/privateequity/9288773/Apax-faces-320m-loss-on-Marken.html

Anonymous

03-01-2013, 06:09 AM

Hi, i've work at marken and since WW took over the company has gone down hill fast, Marken is going down quicker than the HMS Titanic

Anonymous

03-08-2013, 08:11 PM

Hi, i've work at marken and since WW took over the company has gone down hill fast, Marken is going down quicker than the HMS Titanic

It's easy to be critical during these tough times, but as an employee of Marken and by doing a little research across the net including earlier statements on this blog!! its possible to make an educated guess.. the CEO WW is despised by all at Marken from top to bottom.. bringing in a jobs for the boys culture his only loyalty is to himself!! the man has an arrogance that's big as his insecurity.. a culture that is slowly being passed down through the company.. Marken SFO never the most dynamic station..swallowed by Marken LAX to form (West Coast) and the staff dispersed and promoted to positions that no one in the company can understand.. apart from WW!! jobs for the boys.. I guess so.. across the pond in the UK great experience from top to bottom.. lost to the company, forced or otherwise but either way lost.. while the UK manager not only out of his depth but remarkably like the CEO he too is despised by almost all.. has also brought in a jobs for the boys culture.. and carries an arrogance insecurity matched only by the CEO.. keeps his job.. the question is like the CEO how long for, Marken once offered something special.. now they offer nothing more than the average freight company.. a fact not lost on its clients..

Anonymous

03-08-2013, 08:45 PM

boy, that's concise !

Anonymous

04-05-2013, 05:26 AM

BREAKING NEWS : Marken CFO fired.
Who's next ?

Anonymous

04-05-2013, 08:57 AM

Employed by Marken it was pleasing to see post (62) Mr Wheeler if only half the posts are correct (Post 50) and true it's enough to form a judgement? I dont know enough about marken in the US to comment but the comments about marken and it's management in the UK are more than accurate The UK manager is not fit to command such a high profile position the whole operation is a shambles a UK manager unable to manage his side kick without a clue and a dim wit transport manager this is marken UK operation in 2013.. The common factor between all 3 just like Mr wheeler and his cronies.. NO VISION NO ABILITY NO KNOWHOW and more faces between them than spitting image.. yes sir 3 bags full mr wheeler attitude while calling him what he is behind his back then falling over themself to kiss his ass when he visits! the game is called the boss and his side kicks have no BALLS all leading to an exodus of vastly experienced employees and clients to marken competitors.. how long can this once good company carry on with these idiots running the show. lucky for me im about to leave to

Anonymous

04-05-2013, 09:54 AM

it is better to send all messages to the owners directly:

natalia.tsitoura@alcentra.com
graham.villiers@icgplc.com

Tell them everything !

Anonymous

04-05-2013, 10:31 AM

I am writing from Valeant pharmaceuticals, where Wes Wheeler and Tim Arendt are single-handedly destroying the company. We were just wondering what their reputations were at GSK, Any opinions?

I knew T.A from years ago at Glaxo. When he was a RSD - I thought he was an awesome dude. Very straight-shooter and people centered guy. I would not in any way think of him as a crack pot.

Anonymous

04-06-2013, 07:11 AM

Who gives a shit of what you think about T.A ?
Shut the fuck up and kiss his ass if you want !!

Anonymous

04-08-2013, 12:04 PM

I've now left Marken Employment after many years, and the way the London office is run is laughable, everyone seems happy to sit in there nice office and sit on their hands. Nigel was and is the worst manager i have ever worked for, the guy dosen't have a clue and seems scared of makind any sort of decision. I am so glad i left, they can run it into the ground now, i don't need to worry about if i would still have a company to work for the next day.

Anonymous

04-10-2013, 11:53 AM

Oh dear seems people are starting to wake up to the idiots running marken especially those in the uk

Anonymous

05-02-2013, 03:18 PM

BREAKING NEWS II: Ianne Loh has resigned

Anonymous

05-02-2013, 03:21 PM

No one resigns.....they are fired !

Anonymous

05-02-2013, 03:38 PM

BREAKING NEWS III: Robert Tungatt has resigned

Anonymous

05-02-2013, 05:58 PM

BREAKING NEWS IV: Don Riach has resigned

Anonymous

05-02-2013, 06:21 PM

BREAKING NEWS V: Cedric Picaud has resigned

Anonymous

05-10-2013, 12:15 PM

BREAKING NEWS V: Cedric Picaud has resigned

Don Riach as a client of Marken it has become clear that the experience leaving marken will have a lasting affect it is clear from the statements listed abouve that senior management think they know best, while clients like myself see something different!! address concearns to the owners!! why it is clear they dont want to know my contacts in marken are diminishing by the month Lina in London with great ability and knowledge allowed to leave Don would be a great asset to any company in the pharmaceutical industry what a great shame for the company

A.S.