Dreamer Studios · Brice Dreamer

Pharma engineering and AI strategy for the projects that can’t miss.

Dreamer Studios is my boutique consultancy for pharma and life science executives who need a trusted operator at the intersection of capital projects, manufacturing strategy, and intelligent automation. I plug into your leadership team to de-risk critical investments, harmonize technical and financial narratives, and guide execution all the way to validation and launch.

$2B+

capital programs guided from concept through approval.

15+

years navigating GMP, tech transfer, and high-stakes audits.

85%

first-time approval rate achieved for enterprise funding requests.

What we work on together

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Capital Program Leadership

Portfolio governance, investment case development, and scenario modeling for multi-billion dollar facility programs.

  • Designed the initial concept package for a $2B plasma facility, aligning executive stakeholders on scope and sequencing.
  • Orchestrated a network-wide aseptic filling modernization for a Japanese client, integrating tech transfer, QA, and supply chain requirements.
  • Delivered benchmarking frameworks that compress diligence cycles for corporate engineering teams from weeks to days.
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Manufacturing Strategy & Operating Models

Future-state blueprinting across API, cell & gene therapy, and fill-finish operations with a focus on compliant scalability.

  • Built the operating model for a new API facility at a top-5 pharma company, spanning org design to tech adoption.
  • Guided integrated business planning (IBP/S&OP) process updates for global supply organizations.
  • Led site selection, master planning, and early design phases for flagship facilities in Switzerland and the United States.
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AI & Intelligent Automation Enablement

Applied AI strategy, tool selection, and launch support tailored to regulated environments and technical teams.

  • Developed a generative AI SaaS prototype that accelerates creation of technical and procedural documentation.
  • Coached cross-functional teams on data readiness, validation, and change management for AI-assisted operations.
  • Builds bridges between IT, quality, and operations so automation investments clear regulatory and business hurdles.
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Transformation Coaching & Standing PMO

Embedded advisory for executives who need an experienced partner to run complex, cross-site initiatives.

  • Chaired executive investment committees, providing decision-ready reporting and risk posture assessments.
  • Raised first-time approval rates for major funding requests from 50% to 85% through structured storytelling and analytics.
  • Mentored project managers, engineering leads, and emerging leaders to deliver on time and within budget.

How engagements are structured

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Retained Advisory

On-call strategic partnership for executives who need rapid feedback, board-ready storytelling, and trusted challenge.

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Program Acceleration

Three-to-six month engagements to jumpstart or unblock a critical initiative — from facility modernization to AI pilots.

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Capability Sprints

Tailored workshops and playbooks that upskill internal teams on capital planning, operating model design, or intelligent automation.

Recent focus areas

  • Reimagining a global aseptic filling network — from feasibility and tech scouting through program governance — for a Japanese biopharma leader.
  • Developing generative AI workflows that accelerate SOP and protocol drafting while preserving compliance guardrails.
  • Standing up an investment playbook that enables rapid side-by-side comparison of greenfield and brownfield options for executive committees.

Let’s build the future of your operations

I work with senior leaders who need a hands-on partner to navigate the technical, financial, and human dimensions of transformation. Share a few details about your challenge and we’ll co-design the right engagement.

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