“There is no easy way to bring novel therapies of excellent quality to life for patients in Europe. But with experience, passion and enthusiasm, we will navigate the complexities together, ensuring that groundbreaking treatments reach those in need.”
Agnes Kohl, MPharmSc, VIVA Pharma Consulting e.U.

As a fully qualified pharmacist with more than 20 years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Agnes Kohl offers strategic advice and specific services to pharma companies from product development to successful market launch in Europe. With a dedicated focus on rare and orphan diseases, Agnes is committed to ushering innovative therapies into the European market.
Recognizing that successful product launches hinge not only on regulatory approval but also on astute market evaluation for timely market access, Agnes provides multifaceted support in various domains. Leveraging her extensive international network spanning industry, academia, and service providers, she collaborates closely with customers to tailor bespoke solutions, ensuring optimal positioning of their products for sustained success.
Agnes’s journey began in a pharmacy before she transitioned to the role of Regulatory Affairs Manager at AOP Health, where she spent 18 years honing her expertise across Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Development, Quality Management, and Pharmacovigilance. Overseeing diverse teams and departments, she played a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s growth and success.
The start of her law studies at the University of Vienna also laid the foundation for her subsequent ventures in business development. Demonstrating adept negotiation skills in licensing agreements, Agnes facilitated seamless drug development processes, establishing a robust project management department to ensure project alignment and execution.
In 2022, Agnes transitioned from the pharmaceutical industry to the medtech sector, where her focus on artificial intelligence in supporting diagnoses for rare diseases further augmented her wealth of knowledge. Today, she channels her comprehensive experience to guide clients through the intricate journey from development to product launch, offering invaluable support every step of the way.
In addition to the services provided by VIVA Pharma, Agnes works with CUP Laboratorien Dr. Freitag GmbH as Head of Business Development & Sales.