As a former professional athlete in the NFL, I have taken my work ethic and transferable skill sets into the biopharmaceutical sector and forged a career as a successful, proven sales leader with many sales, leadership, and teamwork awards. I have over 20 years of leadership experience in the biopharmaceutical and medical device industry, and I am certified in project and program management from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.In my current role, @Iveric Bio, an Astellas Company, I built and lead a high-performing team of sales and marketing professionals who are passionate about delivering solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. I have a proven track record of launching new products, developing strategic partnerships, and exceeding revenue and market share goals. I bring unique skills and expertise to my role, including leadership, sales operations, product management, customer relationship management, forecasting, territory mapping, and business-to-business sales. I also have a strong background in metabolic and retinal diseases, working with key opinion leaders and customers. I thrive on collaborating with cross-functional teams, engaging with stakeholders, and creating a positive customer experience. I am driven by a mission to improve patients' lives with unmet diseases and make a difference in the healthcare industry.