Hardworking, proven communicator, with the ability to learn quickly and thrive in creative environments. I combine my passion for technological innovation and exemplary business acumen to help bring discoveries from ideation to commercialization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
01.2024 - Current
Supported the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) and its nationwide health innovation network
Develop and implement engagement strategies, acting as a key liaison between the federal agency, consortium management firms, and network members
Develop and execute communication strategies to expand and strengthen the network globally
Manage senior executives participation at high-profile public events and conferences, ensuring seamless coordination, staffing of personnel, detailed planning and flawless execution
Track and facilitate events from planning through execution, overseeing the agency's contributions
Establish and implement communication protocols to boost engagement and network growth nationwide
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve integration and eliminate silos
Mentor junior consultants, helping them enhance their professional skills and contribute more effectively to projects
Present findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans
Innovation Activation Manager, BARDA Alliance
Johnson & Johnson
05.2022 - 01.2024
Lead the development and implementation of strategic engagement plans to support business targets
Support management of the external engagement budget, including assistance coordinating contracts, ensuring Healthcare Compliance, and monitoring expenses
Work with cross-functional teams to implement activations, including launch strategies, management of the project plan, and reporting ROI and metrics to ensure execution success
Responsible for planning, executing, and tracking lead generation campaigns to grow initiatives
Lead large marquee events, including symposiums, presence at conferences and annual engagements
Manage and grow relationships with strategic partners to drive new initiatives forward globally
Utilize data to generate insights and drive continued iteration for data-driven strategy
Generate innovative ideas to promote our brand, our mission, our ecosystem and our portfolio of companies
Coordinate and manage high visibility visits, both internal and external
Lead after action reviews and debriefs to establish best practices and nurture an environment of continuous learning
Cross-train existing employees to maximize team agility and performance
IMPACT Program Manager
University of Massachusetts Lowell
06.2021 - 04.2022
Serve as the senior program manager for government funded programs and incubator operations at the University innovation hubs
Responsible for growing a medical device and biotech accelerator center to co-exist within the University
Sustain and nurture business relationships with startup companies, industry life sciences professionals, corporate sponsors, and ecosystem stakeholders
Manage the process of recruiting, evaluating, and integrating stakeholders into ongoing initiatives and programs
Responsible for all contractual reporting requirements, delivering growth strategies and managing the innovation portfolio
Solicit stakeholder feedback and appropriately leverage it to establish goals, direction, and a vision to improve and expand program offerings
Utilize technical expertise to create tailored educational curriculums to advance innovation in different scientific areas
Engage with industry partners to identify new opportunities for collaboration to strengthen and expand government funded programs
Responsible for company sourcing diligence, inquiry screening, evaluation and the overall management of the startup selection process
Program Manager
University of Massachusetts Lowell
09.2019 - 05.2021
Create and develop programming, manage event logistics and drive marketing activity for University innovation Hubs
Enhance operating procedures through workflow evaluation and the implementation of digital tools
Responsible for reviewing and evaluating the science and business potential of startup companies for inclusion into University programs and initiatives
Manage ongoing and source for new relationships with corporate, strategic and government partners
Lead innovation competitions for government funded programs and digital health initiatives, including managing the solicitation process
Manage onboarding and renewal process for innovation portfolio, track EH&S approval and draft space agreements
Operations Assistant
University of Massachusetts Lowell
01.2019 - 08.2019
Ensure that day-to-day operations are fulfilled
Attend meetings, conferences and events on behalf of the Director
Prepare agency reports, handle operational expenses and set meeting agendas
Responsible for creating marketing material and content
Strengthen current business relationships and develop new ones to amplify programming and initiatives
Responsible for event promotion, planning and execution
Manage and direct student interns
Initiate, organize and implement standard operating procedures
Education
Master of Science - Innovative Technology And Entrepreneurship
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA
01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA
05.2019
Skills
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Staff Management
Performance Benchmarking
Problem-Solving
Relationship Management
Partnership Development
Marketing Communications
Data Analysis and Documentation
Event Coordination
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Project Management
New Venture Creation
Hobbies
Health and Wellness
Swimming
Fostering Community
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
01.2024 - Current
Innovation Activation Manager, BARDA Alliance
Johnson & Johnson
05.2022 - 01.2024
IMPACT Program Manager
University of Massachusetts Lowell
06.2021 - 04.2022
Program Manager
University of Massachusetts Lowell
09.2019 - 05.2021
Operations Assistant
University of Massachusetts Lowell
01.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Innovative Technology And Entrepreneurship