Experience

Aspen Neuroscience, Inc.

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Assoc. Dir., Project Management

  • Mar 2023 - Present



Halozyme, Inc.

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Senior Manager, CMC Regulatory Project Management

  • Nov 2020 - Nov 2022



Abbott

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Manager, Contract

  • Aug 2019 - Nov 2020



Pelican Expression Technology®

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Project Manager, Contract

  • Apr 2018 - Nov 2020

  Senior project manager for Device portion of lead corporate product PF708, a therapeutic equivalent candidate to Forteo® (teriparatide) for the treatment of osteoporosis. Drives team to complete Process Validation, Design Verification, and Risk Management activities to support company’s first NDA filing and readiness for PAI. Oversees successful execution of packaging and labeling qualifications. Senior project manager for Device portion of lead corporate product PF708, a therapeutic equivalent candidate to Forteo® (teriparatide) for the treatment of osteoporosis. Drives team to complete Process Validation, Design Verification, and Risk Management activities to support company’s first NDA filing and readiness for PAI. Oversees successful execution of packaging and labeling qualifications.



IRRAS AB

• Sweden
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Operations

  • 2017 - 2018

  Managed key supplier relationships as the company become public in Sweden; doubled manufacturing production with each OEM for catheters, patient lines and the control unit (Class III Medical Device). Oversaw sterilization processes and re-designed product packaging for improved sterilization, storage, and transportation costs. Managed key supplier relationships as the company become public in Sweden; doubled manufacturing production with each OEM for catheters, patient lines and the control unit (Class III Medical Device). Oversaw sterilization processes and re-designed product packaging for improved sterilization, storage, and transportation costs.



Hologic, Inc.

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Blood Screening - Operations, Associate Director

  • May 2012 - Jul 2016

  Directs commercial objectives, supports geographic expansion plans, and drives commercial support activities. Provides strategic direction on project selection and prioritization. Directs project teams to execute activities in alignment with business strategy. Identified (and implemented) $1.6MM in cost savings within first year in role. Works with business partners and service providers to identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities. Supports Global Logistics… Show more Directs commercial objectives, supports geographic expansion plans, and drives commercial support activities. Provides strategic direction on project selection and prioritization. Directs project teams to execute activities in alignment with business strategy. Identified (and implemented) $1.6MM in cost savings within first year in role. Works with business partners and service providers to identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities. Supports Global Logistics teams in implementation of process enhancement throughout the Supply Chain, from distribution to 3PLs to end customer. Establishes metrics to control new processes and capture cost savings. Show less Directs commercial objectives, supports geographic expansion plans, and drives commercial support activities. Provides strategic direction on project selection and prioritization. Directs project teams to execute activities in alignment with business strategy. Identified (and implemented) $1.6MM in cost savings within first year in role. Works with business partners and service providers to identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities. Supports Global Logistics… Show more Directs commercial objectives, supports geographic expansion plans, and drives commercial support activities. Provides strategic direction on project selection and prioritization. Directs project teams to execute activities in alignment with business strategy. Identified (and implemented) $1.6MM in cost savings within first year in role. Works with business partners and service providers to identify process improvements and cost savings opportunities. Supports Global Logistics teams in implementation of process enhancement throughout the Supply Chain, from distribution to 3PLs to end customer. Establishes metrics to control new processes and capture cost savings. Show less



Hologic (Formerly Gen-Probe)

• United States
• Biotechnology Research
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Senior Manager, Continuous Process Inprovement

  • Jan 2009 - May 2012

  - Kaizen Blitz Event Facilitation - Project Portfolio Management - Lean Tool Training - Value Stream Mapping - DMAIC - Analyzed complex business problems, determined root cause, identified improvement opportunities, developed strategic and tactical plans, and lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions. Oversaw project portfolio; presented strategic projects to the Executive Committee for approval and funding. Reported progress and results to senior management… Show more - Kaizen Blitz Event Facilitation - Project Portfolio Management - Lean Tool Training - Value Stream Mapping - DMAIC - Analyzed complex business problems, determined root cause, identified improvement opportunities, developed strategic and tactical plans, and lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions. Oversaw project portfolio; presented strategic projects to the Executive Committee for approval and funding. Reported progress and results to senior management. Directed functional area managers to ensure successful project analysis and implementation. Developed data-based metrics for ongoing process management and indicators of future improvement opportunities. Planned and facilitated Kaizen Blitz Events to achieve significant (>50%) and sustained improvements in both business and manufacturing processes.

• Manager, Operations Technical Support

  • Feb 2002 - Dec 2008

  Directed three teams of >20 employees in the areas of Technical Writing and Labeling/Packaging Design. Directed global expansion projects with business partners over ~5 years. Analyzed business proposals, negotiated terms, and developed plans for implementation. Analyzed, planned, and directed numerous cross-functional projects from inception to close, including metric establishment, project tracking, monthly reporting, new process mapping, policy implementation, change management… Show more Directed three teams of >20 employees in the areas of Technical Writing and Labeling/Packaging Design. Directed global expansion projects with business partners over ~5 years. Analyzed business proposals, negotiated terms, and developed plans for implementation. Analyzed, planned, and directed numerous cross-functional projects from inception to close, including metric establishment, project tracking, monthly reporting, new process mapping, policy implementation, change management, lessons learned and post-implementation performance monitoring. Designed and implemented innovative improvements to internal and external processes that resulted in shorter lead times, reduced costs, and enhanced quality. Acted as the Operational Excellence program chairperson, developed the strategic vision and tactical roadmap for transformation into a lean organization. Established and presented a customized Lean maturity model and the working plan to meet program goals to the executive team. Delivered sustained results through use of select Lean tools, value stream maps, and Kaizen Blitz Events.



NuVasive

• United States
• Medical Device
• 700 & Above Employee

• Marketing Specialist

  • 2000 - 2001



Sears Roebuck and Company

• San Diego & Carlsbad

• Sales Manager, Footwear, Accessories, and Jewelry

  • Sep 1991 - Sep 2000