As an entrepreneurial business leader with a proven track record in technology and healthcare innovation, I co-founded Bigfoot Biomedical and spearheaded the development of a category-defining diabetes care solution for people with insulin-requiring diabetes. My expertise lies in driving industry-wide progress by strategically applying technology and innovative business models, navigating regulatory, reimbursement, and market access challenges, and guiding complex healthcare ecosystems to prioritize patient-centered solutions.I led significant business-building efforts, including Abbott’s acquisition of Bigfoot Biomedical in 2023. Known for developing and commercializing technology IP, I have scaled operations and cultivated mission-driven teams to forge new pathways in healthcare. My career is marked by a commitment to innovation and excellence, consistently pushing the boundaries of what is possible at the intersection of technology and healthcare.Key strengths include the following:InnovationSpearheaded the development and delivery of Bigfoot Unity Diabetes Management System, the first FDA-cleared system translating continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) data into insulin dose recommendations.Team & Talent DevelopmentIdentified, hired, and developed a multifaceted team of 150 encompassing software, hardware, and firmware engineers, data scientists, and regulatory and medical experts.Strategic LeadershipCo-founded and launched Overture Services (originally GoTo.com), which created the highest margin business in history and led the business through its 2022 acquisition by Yahoo!. Capital RaisingRaised more than $215M in financing over 9 years in rounds led by Abbott Ventures, Janus Henderson, and Quadrant Capital Advisors.Board-Level LeadershipAdded value as a donor volunteer, board member, and ultimately CEO of JDRF (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). Partnership DevelopmentCreated and cultivated a groundbreaking partnership with the FDA, establishing new precedents in regulatory advocacy.EntrepreneurshipCo-founded CitySearch, the original online city guide, an online Yellow Pages combined with arts and entertainment listing service, which later merged with Ticketmaster and became publicly traded.If you would like to connect with me, please do so via LinkedIn. SKILLSStakeholder & Board Engagement Diabetes Care & TechnologyProduct CommercializationMarket Entry & ExpansionMergers & Acquisitions Philanthropic AdvocacyComplex Negotiations Industry PartnershipsFDA Engagement Venture Capital