I started my professional carrier in the pharma industry as scientist in drug metabolism. I later moved on to project work and established a cross functional, high performance team, accountable for a portfolio of projects for global development within analgesia, bringing compounds from discovery up to clinical phase 2. The role involved long term strategic plans, budgets, evaluation of in licensing opportunities and due diligence. As a member of an executive management team of a public company, I was involved in financing, prioritization of the portfolio, personnel and worked close to the board.As the CEO of a virtual company, I negotiated contracts with service providers and consultants, established relationships with KOLs. I secured financing from existing and new investors and contributed to the formation of a joint venture in China.As an investment manager of several portfolio companies, I have experience from board positions, strategic discussions and financing.In summary, I have experience from the entire R&D value chain (discovery to NDA) and from small, midsized and large pharma companies. I have held positions as CEO of a virtual company and as member of boards. key words: CEO, board member, pharmaceuticals, cross functional team, matrix organization, investment management, project director, project leader, life science, delivery focused,