I am passionate about cultivating creativity and innovation to deliver high-quality clinical research trials leading to new, effective therapies for patients. I am a patient advocate, relationship builder, and clinical operations leader focused on developing and implementing operational strategies to execute phase I-IV oncology clinical trials. Professional Background: A highly skilled, seasoned professional comfortable multi-tasking with executives, M.D.s, clinical and regulatory personnel in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Have been immersed in the oncology clinical research industry for over 30 years, working in all phases of drug development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, investigator relationships with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical development process and the ability to navigate the complexities of oncology clinical research. Achievements:  Served as Program Manager for a pediatric acute leukemia drug: lifecycle management from IND application to ODAC process, NDA and CTA submissions, to accelerated approval in the US and EU Established clinical operations for a small startup company Managed statewide research networks of academic centers and community hospitals Managed a patient recruitment and project initiation department at a small biotech company