Angela Degrassi
Meriden,CT
Summary
Research and patient engagement professional with experience in managing complex projects, including a CDC-sponsored education and awareness campaign. Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement, and developing patient-centered materials for education and research purposes. Committed to fostering continuous improvement while driving initiatives that align with organizational objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Manager, Patient-Centered Research
Global Healthy Living Foundation
Nyack, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Manage research and patient engagement projects, including a CDC-sponsored educational and awareness campaign.
- Oversee the development of manuscripts, patient-facing materials, and project reporting.
- Lead cross-functional teams to ensure milestones and deliverables are met on time.
- Track multiple projects, support the prioritization of tasks, and maintain alignment with public health goals.
- Created reports summarizing key findings from research projects.
- Reviewed literature relevant to specific topics under investigation.
- Maintained records of research activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Research Manager, Patient Centered Research
Global Healthy Living Foundation
Nyack, NY
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed patient-facing materials for research studies to ensure clarity and accessibility
- Provided administrative support for research and patient engagement projects, managed logistics for stakeholder engagement, and coordinated project tasks to meet deadlines
- Created surveys, questionnaires and focus group activities to collect primary data from customers.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define research objectives and goals.
- Broke down technical information for non-technical people.
Director of Autism Health & Fitness Center
Director of Autism Health & Fitness Center
Orange, CT
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Manage on site and off site programs and employees that deliver adaptive and inclusive fitness and sports experiences to people with autism and other special needs
- Conducts outreach to schools and other organizations in the autism community
- Communicate with members, write copy for website, promote the brand
- Write email campaigns to grow business
Event Coordinator & Coaching Services Associate
Total Immersion, Inc.
, Remote
01.2008 - 04.2018
- Plan all aspects of swim events, including coach training, continuing education, swim vacations, and weekend workshops.
- Coordinated logistics for international events, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and local regulations compliance.
- Assisted in developing contracts and collected licensing fees
- Reviewed applications to evaluate eligibility criteria for certification programs.
Swim Studio Manager
Total Immersion, Inc.
New Paltz, NY
02.2006 - 01.2008
- Oversaw daily studio operations, ensuring smooth workflow and client satisfaction.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Welcomed customers and asked open-ended questions to understand individual needs.
- Prepared invoices and handled billing inquiries from clients.
- Coordinated schedules for staff
- Attended industry events to network with potential partners or collaborators.
Education
BS - Recreation Resource Management, Adventure Based Programs
Lyndon State College
Lyndonville, VT01.2003
Skills
- Online research
- Focus groups
- Research design
- Collaboration
- Flexible and adaptable
- Google drive
- MS office
- Customer service
- Calm under pressure
Affiliations
- Ride for Mental Health: Volunteer Coordinator for multi day charity bike ride in New Paltz, NY (2017-Present)
- Event support at endurance racing events (2017-Present)
- Vice Chair of the Environmental Conservation Commission, Accord, NY (2013-2017)
Timeline
Senior Research Manager, Patient-Centered Research
Global Healthy Living Foundation
02.2024 - Current
Research Manager, Patient Centered Research
Global Healthy Living Foundation
02.2022 - 02.2024
Director of Autism Health & Fitness Center
Director of Autism Health & Fitness Center
03.2018 - 02.2022
Event Coordinator & Coaching Services Associate
Total Immersion, Inc.
01.2008 - 04.2018
Swim Studio Manager
Total Immersion, Inc.
02.2006 - 01.2008
BS - Recreation Resource Management, Adventure Based Programs
Lyndon State College
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