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Oncology focused public biotech - 400 employees - late stage clinical development – early commercialization (acquired by Gilead Sciences) • HR Business Partner supporting R&D and G&A executive leadership and management teams. • Designed communication training program for company management.

Wedgewood is the largest animal-health compounding pharmacy in the U.S. They received the 2017 annual Award for Excellence from the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA). The award was given in the Outstanding Employer Category to recognize the company’s creative and forward-looking approach to managing its workforce. In 2015, Wedgewood Pharmacy received NJBIA’s Award for Exceptional Business Growth.Developed and implemented multi-level leadership development program in collaboration with leadership team and partnership with human capital consultant. Initiated “Success Profiles” to attract and retain staff for key positions resulting in 25% reduction in employee turnover. Led change management for multiple business process improvements using Prosci’s ADKAR change model resulting in less resistance to change and smoother adoption of new business processes. Increased employee engagement score by 10% through coaching of managers coupled with communication and employee involvement initiatives.

Partnered with CEO to build 20 person clinically focused US pharmaceutical subsidiary into 500 employee commercial operation. Growth occurred organically and through acquisition. Member of Executive Committee. Supported commercial, development and corporate functions. Collaborated with leadership team to integrate NJ and GA operations, relocate staff and open new facility. Led negotiation for and renovation of new 60,000 SF site; won approval for NJ State business incentive grant with projected value of $1.8MM. Developed cash based long term incentive program aligned with corporate financial objectives. Orchestrated realignment of clinical development and project management roles.

Reported to CEO of public oncology focused bio-tech company involved in late stage clinical development and early commercialization. Led headcount growth from 13 to 200+ employees. Developed and implemented performance management process and recognition programs. Designed compensation & benefit programs; led Board compensation committee meetings; integrated lab acquisition; Following non-approval of New Drug Applications, led multiple workforce reductions without any subsequent legal action; and implemented novel cash based long term incentive program to retain staff during period of business uncertainty. General management experience included: acting head of legal function; oversight of building lease negotiations; and membership on acquisition due diligence team.