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Naples, Florida, Us

● Manage software product roadmap, initializing POCs and Prototype projects for AI/ML/CV for incorporation into medical devices. Collaborate with key stakeholders and developers to design groundbreaking solutions.● Manage software product development for embedded surgical imaging platform of class II medical devices through SDLC. Focus on optimizing surgeon experience with a superior imaging product to meet marketing, financial, and corporate growth objectives.● Launched monetization of software platforms for embedded products to expand market reach and increase negotiation leverage. Accomplished operational changes (SAP) to support the global launch of the initiative.● Led software development and product launch of SaaS and mobile app patient reporting tool to enhance surgeon communication and provide robust multimedia surgical reports to improve patient education. Create a comprehensive suite of launch materials to establish a captivating print, video, and web presence.

San Diego, California, Us

► Product development of IVD medical device for moderate to high complexity immunoassays. Managed upstream development including market requirements, usability testing and FDA submission of a Class II IVD medical device. ► Manage development of Cloud laboratory services system designed to deliver test results within 15 minutes. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to define features and roadmap, daily SCRUM and UI/UX optimization.► Evaluate market data to develop product roadmap for commercialization of on-site immunoassay testing services. ► Define and translate clinical workflow into Cloud Lab requirements and working with UI/UX team to deliver lab services that automate and streamline workflow.

Dallas, Tx, Us

► Managed all aspects of global marketing for $100M product portfolio of Class III medical devices. Upstream responsibilities include product development, global forecasting, product roadmap and budget management. Downstream responsibilities included identifying and managing Key Opinion Leader relationships, managed Voice of Customer feedback, defining value proposition, lifecycle management and driving product strategy and messaging.► Cross functional team collaboration on new product development, including regulatory, manufacturing, quality and engineering, for successful acceptance to FDA PMA Submission. Additional team collaboration to develop clinical research, sales training and compliance strategies.► Updated and implemented a new sample program resulting in projected annual savings of $500,000.

► Managed product launches and global marketing projects. Established global marketing strategy and improved the project execution process, resulting in precise project scope, defined risk mitigation steps, budget management and improved resource allocation. ► Managed successful rebranding strategy and initiative with a 15% increase in distributor recruitment within 6 months. ► Led cross-functional team in the development and launch of new corporate website completing rebuild project on time and within budget, resulting in 60% increase in web traffic.

Escondido, Ca, Us

► Strategic plan development, management and implementation of corporate wellness and integrative medicine programs for 5,000+ employees. ► Managed strategic program development, contract fulfillment, outcomes reporting, and program execution, including integration of acupuncture and other healing services into traditional medical practice model.► Successfully launched on-site programs utilizing employee volunteers to promote and administer wellness programs, including yoga, Zumba and dietary classes within first year.

Chicago, Us

► Managed customer transition to wireless, SaaS technology through workflow analysis, clinical application training and process improvement using LEAN strategies. Managed group and individual training for Class III medical devices, both hardware and software, for diagnostic cardiology. ► Developed numerous award winning training programs including field engineers’ training of customers (Executive Leadership Award), innovative customer training solution that generated $10K+ per event (Clear Thinker Management award), and national sales team training (Inclusiveness Management Award).► Evaluated needs and mobilized team of more than 20 colleagues to complete required environment, health and safety (EHS) training. This achieved 100% compliance for two consecutive years while serving as EHS volunteer. ► Developed and facilitated training program for national sales team using webinars and virtual training tools to increase their knowledge of complex cardiology testing equipment, resulting in improved sales and customer experience.

ACCOUNT MANAGER (1 year) for HealtheTech; established and sustained customer accounts for the West Region, increasing sales by 48%. Implemented best practice protocols and trained customer on proper device usage. REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER (3 years) for FitWell Associates; operations management and contract fulfillment of five government employee fitness centers, including the White House Athletic Center. Led and managed team of 30 staff and over 40 contractors.EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST (12 years) for Swedish American Hospital; developed and led rehabilitative exercise programming for physical therapy, stroke and cardiology patients. Developed aquatic therapy and neuromuscular re-education programs, expanding program offerings and creating revenue streams of more than $650,000 annually.

Mba, Project Management

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Kinesiology And Exercise Science