Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Lead on Rural Community Health Fair
Timeline
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DEEDRA WILSON

DEEDRA WILSON

HOUSTON,TX

Summary

Results-driven healthcare professional with years of experience in the industry, client engagement, and strategic planning. Currently, studying for the CAPM Certification, I have proven ability to work successfully cross-functional teams, manage and build stakeholder relationships, and ensure regulatory compliance. I’m eager to leverage my extensive experience in project coordination, data analysis, and process improvement to excel in healthcare project management.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Manager

Exeltis Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - Current
  • Initiate territory plan, execute routing and schedule, monitor and control inventory effectively, conduct end of month inventory close out.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product promotion and secure market access.
  • Launched 3 FDA products, capturing 4% TRx and 3% NRx market share.
  • Conduct competitor analysis to adapt strategies and optimize market penetration.
  • Develop data-driven business plans, fostering partnerships to strengthen market position.
  • Operate within financial constraints to stay within budget

Business Development Manager

TherapeuticsMD
02.2018 - 11.2023
  • Initiate territory plan, execute routing and schedule, monitor and control inventory effectively, conduct end of month inventory close out.
  • Launched 3 FDA products in key territories.
  • Trained new hires, fostering a culture of compliance and excellence.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive product promotion and resolve issues.
  • Developed strategic business plans, achieving measurable sales growth.
  • Managed administrative tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth operations and reporting.
  • Operate within financial constraints to stay within budget.

Physician Liason

LifeSource Home Health Hospice
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Developed comprehensive reports to analyze trends in referral patterns, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
  • Documented all correspondence with practitioners' office staff and kept accurate records using CRM.
  • Established a strong rapport with local healthcare organizations, creating opportunities for collaboration and cross-referrals between practices.
  • Provided details on building referrals and managed relationships with physicians.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to develop targeted materials promoting services offered by the practice or hospital.
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
  • Collaborated with team at community events and conferences to raise visibility of organization.

Morning Anchor Health and Education Reporter

Nexstar Broadcasting
01.2013 - 02.2017
  • Anchored two-hour morning show, increasing viewer engagement each quarter, which helped bolster sales for the station.
  • Reported live and in-studio, delivering impactful stories while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Mentored students through reading programs, fostering educational growth and community involvement.
  • Led health education initiatives, contributing to Diabetes and Alzheimer’s awareness and prevention.

Substitute Teacher

Galena Park ISD
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • Developed lesson plans and adapt teaching materials to meet diverse classroom needs.
  • Coordinated schedules of multiple classes and subjects.
  • Acted as a liaison between students, teachers, and school administrators, ensuring clear communication.
  • Addressed student queries and provided guidance, analogous to stakeholder management.
  • Quickly troubleshoot classroom management issues and adapted lesson plans on the spot.
  • Managed unexpected disruptions efficiently, demonstrating risk management.
  • Covered multiple lessons within limited time frames.
  • Prioritized tasks effectively to meet deadlines
  • Collaborated with permanent teachers to align lesson delivery and classroom objectives.
  • Fostered positive relationships with students and staff, emphasizing teamwork.
  • Monitored student engagement and provided immediate feedback.
  • Evaluated classroom success and adjusted strategies accordingly, akin to project evaluation.
  • Maintained attendance and activity logs.
  • Reported issues or concerns to relevant personnel, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Organizational Management

Philander Smith College

Major - Telecommunications, Theatre

Texas Southern University

Skills

    Leadership

    Strong Communication Skills

    Interpersonal Skills

    Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

    Organizational Skills

    Risk Management

    Budget and Cost Control

    Project Management Life Cycle

    Technical Knowledge

    Product Knowledge

Accomplishments

    As the lead on launching two morning news shows for Nexstar Media, I demonstrated strong project management, leadership, and strategic planning skills. This involved coordinating across multiple departments, including production, journalism, technical teams, and marketing, to ensure seamless execution from concept to broadcast.

Lead on Rural Community Health Fair

I organized a rural community healthcare fair in my hometown in Camden, Arkansas while I was a news anchor/reporter in Little Rock, Arkansas to serve the underserved community, aiming to improve access to essential health services and information. This project involved comprehensive planning, coordination, and execution, utilizing my project management skills to ensure a smooth and impactful event. Key tasks included coordinating with healthcare providers, managing resources and schedules, promoting community engagement, and overseeing logistics, all while staying within budget and timeline constraints.  I’m so grateful for the team support and efforts - together we delivered a successful healthcare fair that provided valuable health resources, enhanced community health awareness, and fostered long-term healthcare partnerships in the area.

Timeline

Business Development Manager

Exeltis Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - Current

Business Development Manager

TherapeuticsMD
02.2018 - 11.2023

Physician Liason

LifeSource Home Health Hospice
02.2017 - 02.2018

Morning Anchor Health and Education Reporter

Nexstar Broadcasting
01.2013 - 02.2017

Substitute Teacher

Galena Park ISD
01.2010 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Organizational Management

Philander Smith College

Major - Telecommunications, Theatre

Texas Southern University