**successful exit via acquisition by Astellas **Propella develops innovative, best-in-class therapeutics with an eye toward accelerated approval with mitigated risk. We use proven science to identify and create prescription products that are smarter, safer and more effective.

** Successful exit via acquisition by Collegium**Supported rapid growth of BDSI by leading and developing operational capabilities in IT, Procurement, and Facilities.

Developed strategic roadmaps for BDSI's BOD and Executive Team while overseeing critical projects and initiatives.

• Managed all clinical and manufacturing operations outsourcing activities• Developed internal budgeting and cost management processes• Assisted in management of Clinical Development programs resulting in 2 NDA submissions & approvals • Interviewed, hired, and trained new personnel in operations• Managed CMO partners and all aspects of commercial supply chain activities• Acted as Financial Manager for strategic drug development partnership with all vendors

Maintained relationship and book of business with a key strategic sponsor in a sole-FSP model including:• Spearheaded development of responses to RFP's to secure profitable clinical development projects within organization's service capabilities• Coordinated and participated in the creation, review, and approval of contracts for Phase II – IV clinical studies, including full service, start-up and functional service agreements• Responsible for creation and finalization of Statement of Works (SOWs), including oversight of a Functional Service Provider model• Created templates and standardized workflow processes for development of strategic account contracts to address high volume through-put• Instituted a standard contract development process, significantly reducing SOW generation cycle time by 40% on average • Collaborated with members of Operations, Finance, Proposals, and Legal Services to finalize contracts• Reviewed and negotiated financial terms with sponsor stakeholders on a Top 5 account, including customization of a proprietary pricing tool for a preferred partnership• Responsible for maintenance of bidding algorithms and cost structures for two high-volume, sole-provider service areas• Served as primary liaison and facilitator of SOW delivery, ensuring stakeholder acceptance and agreement • Organized and participated in client-facing presentations (including discussion of financial terms) with sponsor Senior Management• Identified and qualified opportunities by establishing a sales/business relationship to ensure an active and continuous new and expanded business pipeline to exceed strategic, long term, annual, and quarterly targeted sales projections

Managed the development of competitive proposal bid packages in response to RFP's for clinical trials. Responsibilities included:▪ Managed the proposal lifecycle including initial RFP responses, rebids, and change orders▪ Translated RFP into a professional proposal by assembling project assumptions and creating a budget estimate including complex bid grids and written narrative of services▪ Provided leadership in developing strategic estimates and directing team to ensure high quality and timely delivery of proposal▪ Participated in client contract negotiations for proposals of up to $55M▪ Collaborated accross functional groups within a matrix-style organization to establish pricing standards and payment terms▪ Liaised with over 12 functional departments to finalize proposals of varying complexity and value▪ Participated in hiring process including interview and vetting process▪ Served as a mentor for new hires▪ Contributed to process and system improvement

Provided office oversight for 12 Consultants that administered $15 Million in Federal grant monies to 21st Century Community Learning Centers across North Carolina (a component of Title IV, Part B of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001). Developed marketing collateral, coordinated website development, and conducted technical training on operating systems and software for staff.

Supervised administrative operations and distribution oversight responsibility for $500K in grant monies to pilot programs targeting reduction of childhood obesity in North Carolina middle and high school students. Advocated for healthy, responsible children through public education and outreach. Other responsibilities included event planning, creation of marketing collateral, and research projects.

Supported teams of economic developers in the act of providing information and financial support for continued expansion and retention of businesses and industries to the state of North Carolina.

Worked with both businesses and candidates providing professional job search guidance and referring individuals to compatible openings.

Planned and conducted financial audits for a variety of private businesses, governmental units, financial institutions, and non-profit organizations. Typical job duties included control testing, hands-on fieldwork and completion of assigned audit programs.

Managed operations at several master-plan, multi-million dollar luxury home communities. Oversight of Administrative, Sales, Construction, and Land Development Teams; responsible for all budgeting, accounting, contracting, marketing, reporting, AP, and shouldered primary P&L responsibility.