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Co-lead team of seven associates focused on startups in the health, science, and wellness space. Responsibilities include defining vertical investment thesis, guiding team sourcing efforts, sharing evaluation frameworks and insights, and facilitating the identification and pitching of strong health startup candidates to the full fund.

Researched and sourced companies in alignment with investment thesis; conducted thoughtful financial and impact return evaluation; pitched top contenders to Fund; drove due diligence on MediCircle, leading to Fund investment.

As an internal consulting intern on the Clinical Strategy & Partnerships team, I worked with many teams across the Elevance enterprise to uncover and synthesize member offerings and activities in the emergency medicine space, culminating in a bespoke strategic framework relating to the clinical domain.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Oversaw oncology, rare disease, and neuroscience program implementation portfolio, resulting in over $60M in research funding deployed to 100+ rigorous biomedical studies.Developed disease-area strategies based on client priorities, resulting in efficient deployment of capital to high-impact research to advance disease treatment options.Program Manager, BD2; Operationalized theory of change into suite of novel scientific funding programs aiming to change the way bipolar disorder is studied, treated, and understood through $150 million in scientific funding over 5 years, representing a 30% increase in global private disease funding.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Established implementation service offering and drove 400% growth in Milken-led scientificgrantmaking programs in under three years. Harnessed scientific strategy to engineer sustainable and replicable project management processes, doubling the rate of client conversion via expanded and efficient service offerings. Managed the deployment of over $25 million in key scientific research funding.Founding Member, Equity Accountability Group: Authored and launched social equity & inclusion pilot curriculum comprised of 40+ research-backed resources; presented pilot model in 200-person company meeting. Facilitated team of 20 (inc. senior leadership) through learning, conversation, and integration of equity-related topics into team values and daily work, substantiated in contract clauses and formal project milestones.Selected to present growing portfolio of work at all-company meeting (200+ colleagues, across 6 global offices).

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Developed processes, led implementation, and coordinated communications for theMisophonia Research Fund, an annual scientific grantmaking entity deploying $2M+ to 6+academic research labs annually. Created foundational processes and resources for growth of team-wide strategy implementation portfolio.

Spartanburg, Sc

Selected to speak on behalf of the Student Experience at the Wofford College Capital Campaign Donor Gala, launching the largest fundraiser in recent college history.Generated materials, programs, and initiatives related to alumni life and alumni giving, including program pamphlets, social media posts, and giving campaign communications while reporting to Director of Marketing & Communications with project deliverables.

Aspen, Colorado

Led fundraising and relationship-building efforts through comprehensive communicationstrategy and roster of 20+ events, maintaining a continued donor base worth $5M annually.Staffed high-level events among various departments and initiatives on a weekly basis, assisting senior staff with speaker management, guest relations, event flow, general problem solving, setup, takedown, and ticketing.

Spartanburg, Sc

Spartanburg, Sc

Spartanburg, Sc

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Activities and Societies: Healthcare Innovation Scholar, Forte Fellow Social Venture Fund (Health Circle Investment Lead) Health and Life.

Master Of Health Services Administration - Mhsa

Activities and Societies: John Griffiths Scholar Michigan Health Executive Student Organization (Professional Development Chair) Midwest.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), English Language And Literature, General

Activities and Societies: Charles E. Daniels Scholar Phi Beta Kappa Cum Laude Graduate Dean’s List Wofford College Senior Cabinet.

Writer'S Program: Dublin, Ireland

Activities and Societies: Community Council: Project Coordinator

Education record

Activities and Societies: Roberta Foley Award of Honor Recipient St. Ursula Academy Ambassador Track & Field - Captain The INTERalliance.