Erica Castellano
Madison,NJ
Summary
Results-driven project manager with expertise in planning, directing, and maintaining continuous operations across multiple departments. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage manufacturing employees and ensure efficient production aligned with quality standards. Utilizes a creative and analytical approach to drive continuous process improvement within operations. Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate issues and offer effective solutions. Excels in mentoring, training, and empowering teams to achieve exceptional performance levels.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Canfield Scientific
10.2022 - Current
- Project manager, working with project teams and pharmaceutical companies to conduct research. Managed approximately 30 incoming projects, calls and emails per day from different teams.
- Support the implementation of clinical trials providing updates to project team
- Followed clinical research protocols and conducted study visits in compliance with ICH/GCP and FDA regulations.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
Mentoring Program Coordinator
Brain Bodega
09.2017 - 01.2024
- Mentor children who are diagnosed with cancer who are in school helping them with school & overcoming challenges.
- Designed innovative skill-building modules as part of the mentoring curriculum to equip mentees with practical knowledge essential for career growth.
- Increased mentor retention rates by providing ongoing support, resources, and training opportunities.
- Coordinated logistics such as scheduling meetings between mentors-mentees pairs while prioritizing convenience and availability for both parties.
Account Executive
HCD Research
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Market Research project manager, running accounts for different clients and conducting the market research
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Created Research plans for pharmaceutical clients and consumer products, managed accounts, generated new clients at conferences, worked in sales, run the social media.
- Established long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, solidifying the company''s reputation as a trusted partner in their respective industries.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on product offerings, ensuring accurate representation during sales pitches or negotiations with clients.
Intern
Ask the Dentist
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Creating health cost analysis (Impact of Fluoride on US Health System) and creating social media content.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Intern
Elect Judge Angela G. Iannacci
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted in drafting literature, outreach activities, handing out literature; scheduled & accompanied Justice Iannacci to campaign visits; conduced outreach calls; implemented fundraising operations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Education
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
George Washington University, Milken School of Public Health
Washington, D.C.12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
George Washington University
Washington, D.C.12.2019
Skills
- Social Media
- Project Management
- Analysis
- Fundraising
- Microsoft Office
- Program Planning
- Project Planning
- Project planning and development
- Project Scheduling
- Client Relations
- Project tracking
Leadership Experience
- Health Intern, Poly Prep Day School, Brooklyn, NY, 09/15, 06/16, Chosen out of 131 kids competing to work with a group of 20 students with the 5th and 6th grade class on their development throughout the year.
- Co-Founder, Young Women in Science and STEM, Brooklyn, NY, 09/15, 06/16, Created a support and advocacy group for women in science and STEM in Brooklyn, NY.
- Member, Med Club, Poly Prep Day School, Brooklyn, NY, 09/15, 06/16, Shared interests of medicine and pre-medicinal studies, planned speakers to come and speak.
- Founder, Education Through Different Eyes Advocacy Group, Brooklyn, NY, 09/15, Present, Organized fellow students with learning disabilities at Poly Prep Day School to ensure that they have a supportive foundation for learning at Poly Prep.
Projects
Program Plan, 05/21, 12/21, Designed and created an original program plan that addresses food insecurity and obesity among elementary school students in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana by educating the community on healthy food choices to overcome obesity and food insecurity. Program Plan, 09/20, 12/20, Designed and created an original program proposal called Primary Childhood Success Program to support positive youth development among children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
Timeline
Project Manager
Canfield Scientific
10.2022 - Current
Account Executive
HCD Research
05.2022 - 09.2022
Intern
Ask the Dentist
01.2021 - 12.2021
Mentoring Program Coordinator
Brain Bodega
09.2017 - 01.2024
Intern
Elect Judge Angela G. Iannacci
01.2015 - 01.2016
Master of Public Health (MPH) -
George Washington University, Milken School of Public Health
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
George Washington University
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