Early Life
Frederik Paulsen was born on October 30, 1950, in Stockholm, Sweden. His father, Frederik Paulsen Sr., founded Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Paulsen grew up in Sweden, studying chemistry at Christian Albrecht University in Kiel, Germany, and business administration at Lund University in Sweden. He later earned a doctoral degree in Demography from Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales in Paris, France.
Rise to Success
Paulsen joined Ferring Pharmaceuticals in 1976 and became Managing Director of Ferring AB, Sweden, in 1983. He became the non-executive chairman of Ferring Pharmaceuticals. Under his leadership, the company expanded globally, specializing in reproductive medicine, maternal health, gastroenterology, and urology. Ferring’s revenue has grown to approximately $2.3 billion. Paulsen stepped down as chairman in 2021 and became chairman emeritus.
Key Business Strategies
Paulsen's key business strategy involved expanding Ferring Pharmaceuticals into a global biopharmaceutical company. He focused on innovation and strategic partnerships to develop and market treatments for various medical conditions. He focused on maintaining Ferring as a privately held company, allowing long-term focus on research and development.
Philanthropy
Paulsen is involved in philanthropy, with initiatives including the Dr. Frederik Paulsen Chair in Neurosciences, the South Georgia Heritage Trust, and the Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan. He supports various causes related to environmental preservation, cultural exchange, and scientific research. He also established several fertility clinics in Russia to address population decline.