Saluda Medical is a global neuromodulation company focused on patient outcomes, science, and revolutionizing the field of neuromodulation through patented Evoke System technology based on the evoked compound action potential (ECAP).The Evoke® instantaneously reads, records, and responds to the nerves’ response to stimulation to provide continually optimized therapy and is proven to be superior to open-loop SCS for the treatment of overall trunk and/or limb pain.https://www.saludamedical.com/jointhescsrevolution/

In addition to managing the MN territory, I have been tasked to identify and develop opportunities for pump therapy, for both pain and baclofen, throughout the central zone.

Supporting the Prometra II pump, used to control pain and/or spasticity by delivering medication directly in to the intrathecal space. My work encompasses referral and account development, as well as supporting device implant in the OR, troubleshooting, and clinician support of the pump after implant.

Optum Infusion Pharmacy is now serving patients in the Twin Cities! Branch office and infusion suite located in Roseville, MN. Please contact me with questions about IV antibiotics, biologics, TPN and inotropes.-call points: RN Case Managers, Social Workers, Directors, and Physicians.-Nominated by senior leadership to become a Field Sales Trainer (FST). To become a FST, you must consistently meet goal, be seen as a leader, and a great communicator. The FST trains in their home territory, mentors new hires, and creates a road map for the new team member to help ensure their success.

Pentec Health is the leading source for patient-specific sterile compounded medications, nursing support and intrathecal pump filling services in the United States. I worked as a Regional Account Manager for the Targeted Drug Delivery business unit at Pentec. Territory includes: MN, WI, IA, NE, ND, SD. Call points: physiatrists, neurologists, pain doctors, NP/PA and nurses.Victories: Sanford Health (Sioux Falls), 200+ pumps

St. Croix Hospice provides care for patients with a limited life expectancy, in the place they call home. My role straddles business development, marketing, and education. I work to create new opportunities and develop new referral sources. I work primarily in hospitals and clinics, educating clinicians on our services and working on referrals. Additionally, I provide consultation to patients and families, who are considering hospice care at the end-of-life.Call points: physicians, nurses, social workers. Patient and family-facing.Victories: forging access in two new markets-- pain and dialysis.

The Red Cross is the world’s largest humanitarian organization. Biomedical Services provides blood products to over 70% of our local area hospitals, collecting more than 240,000 units of blood per year in our region.Donor Recruitment Account Manager, Washington County, MinnesotaResponsible for collaboration with, and management of, 120 area accounts (blood drive sponsors). Work to maximize opportunities at each site, educate sponsors and recruit donors. Identify under-performing accounts, and implement strategies for improving performance. Depend on cold-calling, networking and referrals for new business. Ability to think ‘outside the box’ to solve site, sponsor and collections-related issues.Call points: diverse. Business leaders, HR department heads, teachers, church leadership, high school students.

Vistage is the largest C-level peer mentoring group in the world.This position was part-time, flexible and contracted. I worked with Vistage Chair, Clayton Schwerin on building his CEO-level peer mentoring groups. This includes researching companies/leaders, making initial contacts, pre-qualifying leads, scheduling appointments and event planning/support.Managing contacts in Salesforce.Call points: generally, C-level executive assistants

Elected board member w/ three year term. Invited to exercise optional 4 th term for 2013 and was elected Board Chair. Marketing and campground committees and co-chair of 'Winter Escapade in Lanesboro'. This is a volunteer position.

On the beautiful Root River in Lanesboro, Minnesota. This campground has 227 camp sites, including 95 seasonal sites. Eagle Cliff also has a lodge; each room contains two queen beds and private bath. Outfitting services include kayaks, canoes, tubes and bicycles. Access to 60 miles of paved bicycle trails.Visit us on FacebookNew in 2012--expansion of 48 additional seasonal campsites at Trailside Campground in Rushford, MN (14 miles east of Eagle Cliff).

Opening May of 2012. Brand-new seasonal campground on the Root River State Trail. Have been involved with this project since Phase 1: land acquisition, through CUP review and approval, design, financing, building and leasing of the campsites.

Working with Bull Run part time to implement some consistent QC measures and establish a green buying plan. This is a contract position.

Specialty coffee industry.Heavily involved in all aspects of the chain: seed to cup. Quality expert, educator, frequent travels to coffee growing regions.Research, develop and initiate foreign trade in Australian market.

Organized the Midwest Voice for Human Rights conference in November 2004.