Breena Berte

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Program Manager- Biological Defense Pharmaceuticals @ United States Department of Defense
Breena Berte's Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States, United States
About Breena Berte

As a Program Manager at the United States Department of Defense, I contribute to the development towards FDA licensure of drugs and vaccines for biological defense and the COVID-19 response efforts. I have over seven years of experience in this role and hold a Program Management Level III Certification from the U.S. Army Acquisition Support Center.I have a strong educational background in education and social work, with two master's degrees from Widener University and Bryn Mawr College and completed the American Course on Drug Development and Regulatory Sciences. I leverage my skills in project implementation, budgeting, and communication to manage complex and high-priority projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and present clear and concise information to various audiences. I am a dedicated team player who values integrity, innovation, and excellence.

Breena Berte's Current Company Details
United States Department of Defense

United States Department Of Defense

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Program Manager- Biological Defense Pharmaceuticals
Breena Berte Work Experience Details
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Program Manager
    United States Department Of Defense Apr 2018 - Present
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Supervises multiple medical countermeasures development efforts for a variety of threats towards FDA approval and to meet acquisition milestones, manage financial requirements, administer contracts, and strengthen joint services integration throughout the evolution of the program lifecycle activities.
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Joint Product Lead, Vaccines, Therapeutics, And Enablers Covid Assisted Acquisition
    United States Department Of Defense May 2022 - Oct 2022
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Acted as Contracting Officer Representative for vaccine contract ~$12B providing COVID vaccines domestically for any person over 6 months, including monitoring and approval of shipment deviations, invoice acceptance, interactions with company and HHS to ensure contract terms are met or modified as appropriate. Managed a team of contractors and civilians to enable the acquisition of: primary series vaccines, boosters and pediatric doses to prevent the spread of the pandemic; therapeutics providing inpatient and outpatient treatment options to prevent the overall impact of the pandemic; as well as products needed to administer the vaccines and therapeutics.
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Deputy Joint Product Lead: Vaccines Therapeutics, And Enablers
    United States Department Of Defense Aug 2021 - May 2022
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Managed portfolio of 28 lines of efforts with several multi-billion dollar contracts for interagency acquisition programs which provided critical COVID-19 countermeasures for the Presidential National and Global Pandemic response mission. Directly involved in the full acquisition life cycle of these products and analyzed programs in terms of technical content, cost, schedule, performance, and close partnerships with industry partners.
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Process Improvement Specialist
    United States Department Of Defense Aug 2015 - Apr 2018
    Washington, Dc, Us
     Identified programmatic objectives and lead the development of documentation to align with streamlining efforts of the JPEO and collaborated with Subject Matter Experts to integrate to map business processes to develop and execute improvement efforts.
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Special Assistant To The Djpeo For Medical And Operations (Jpeo-Cbrnd)
    United States Department Of Defense Jan 2017 - Aug 2017
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Selected for detail to support Deputy Joint Program Manager, prepared for upcoming engagements and tracked information conveyed, decisions made, and resulting tasks. To coordinate the management of projects, studies, logistics, budget issues, and action items.
  • United States Department Of Defense
    Assistant Executive Officer
    United States Department Of Defense Mar 2015 - Aug 2015
    Washington, Dc, Us
    Works as Assistant Executive Officer for Joint Program Executive Officer for Chemical and Biological Defense to coordinate with higher and lower echelons, DA and DoD Headquarters, other government agencies, as necessary in the planning for and execution of visits in coordination with Leadership.
  • Dmtc Ltd
    Support Analyst (Temporary Detail)
    Dmtc Ltd Apr 2023 - Aug 2023
    Kew, Victoria, Au
    Identified existing contract vehicles that could be used for bilateral international collaborations between US and Australian industry, defense, government, and academic partners.
  • Defence Science And Technology Group (Dstg)
    Biosurveillance Requirements Analyst
    Defence Science And Technology Group (Dstg) Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
    Selected to serve as an Exchange Officer for a joint Australian-US defense project developing the Biosurveillance Decision Support System.
  • Kalman & Company, Inc.
    Management Analyst
    Kalman & Company, Inc. Oct 2011 - Mar 2015
    Virginia Beach, Virginia, Us
    Administrative assistant to Chief of Infrastructure, Community Relations and Security and Chief of Security. Assisted Public Affairs Office by providing editing and writing support to Chemical, Biological Defense magazine and other publications as requested.
  • Ceridian (Military One Source)
    Consultant
    Ceridian (Military One Source) Feb 2011 - May 2011
    Topeka, Ks, Us
    Provide assessment services for U.S. Active Duty, Guard and Reserve personnel stationed worldwide to include war zones, assisting them in establishing relationships with mental health counselors. Complete 40-50 assessments per week of service members and their families.
  • St Christophers Hospital For Children
    Medical Case Manager
    St Christophers Hospital For Children Nov 2008 - 2011
    Identified needs and coordinated resources for consistent caseload of 35+ patients and their families. Examined external resources and integrated new resources into program to improve quality of services. Completed psychosocial assessments, maintained service care plans, and progress notes of patients.
  • Community Living, Inc
    Executive Assistant
    Community Living, Inc 2006 - 2008
    Prepared multiple successful State and local grant proposals, totaling over $30,000 to secure funds to improve housing for clients with developmental disabilities. Assisted Director by managing, compiling and distributing information for fundraising events resulting in additional revenue (ca. $20,000 annually)
  • Keystone Hospice
    Medical Social Worker
    Keystone Hospice 2005 - 2005
    Completed psychosocial assessment of patients upon intake and supported patient and family through stages of dying process. Met with clients in their homes and documented visits.
  • The Bryson Institute Of The Attic Youth Center
    Program Administrator
    The Bryson Institute Of The Attic Youth Center 2003 - 2004
    Developed, updated, and conducted training for social service agencies with special emphasis on providing ways to incorporate improved and inclusive services while supporting preexisting policies and encouraging communication between employees and supervisors.

Breena Berte Education Details

  • American Course On Drug Development And Regulatory Sciences
    American Course On Drug Development And Regulatory Sciences
  • Widener University
    Widener University
    Human Sexuality Education
  • Bryn Mawr College
    Bryn Mawr College
    Social Work (Social Service Management)
  • La Salle University
    La Salle University
    English (Writing) And Communication (Public Relations)
  • Tufts Center For Drug Development
    Tufts Center For Drug Development
    Drug Development And Regulation

Frequently Asked Questions about Breena Berte

What company does Breena Berte work for?

Breena Berte works for United States Department Of Defense

What is Breena Berte's role at the current company?

Breena Berte's current role is Program Manager- Biological Defense Pharmaceuticals.

What schools did Breena Berte attend?

Breena Berte attended American Course On Drug Development And Regulatory Sciences, Widener University, Bryn Mawr College, La Salle University, Tufts Center For Drug Development.

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