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Minneapolis, Mn

Managed a corporate initiative creating a centralized surveillance platform for the collection of post-market product performance data in the Global Post Approval Network. Implemented Impact Tool (an analytical process) used for selecting and prioritizing products for surveillance.- Gathered and tracked adverse events, product malfunctions, positive/negative outcomes- Managed a “real world” long term study- Managed network site identification and activation- Abided by strict scientific research guidelines to develop clinical protocol

Minneapolis, Mn

Oversaw a portfolio of 26 Venture projects valued at $85M that crossed all business units for the Ventures and New Therapies Division (VNT). Tasked by the Venture Management Board to assess and determine Venture projects’ viability and financial benefit. - Produced and presented quarterly reports to Venture Management Board- Worked with CEO and other C-level executives- Performed “white space” market analysis identifying new business growth opportunities - Quantified unmet medical needs in various diseases areas and calculated ROI- Tested specific device and drug delivery concepts- Established a PMO (Program Management Office) within VNT - Implemented a consistent portfolio management methodology/framework- Instituted project milestones and performance metrics - Represented the VNT division on the One Medtronic Prioritization Team- Created the assessment framework for evaluating R&D projects across enterprise

Minneapolis, Mn

Implemented a PMO and facilitated the Neuromodulation Portfolio Management Board (PMB), a cross-functional executive team tasked with managing the stage-gate process for new product and emerging therapy commercialization (Research and Development) for the Neuromodulation Sector.- Implemented a PMO (Program Management Office) and Portfolio Management processes- Drove success of large-scale, cross-functional efforts for the Neuromodulation division- Executed a standardized approach to analyzing program risk across Neuro R&D teams- Led the Disruptive Technology Sub-Team in the 2007 corporate strategic planning process

St. Louis, Mn

Rolled-out a health discount program and managed its integration into the entire United Health Group’s 4.4M member portfolio. Effectively analyzed market conditions, defined product features and delivered product to market.ACHIEVEMENTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, SOLUTIONS: - Identified target markets through a detailed marketing analysis of the U.S. population- Designed market research studies to understand underserved markets - Measured and reported current member satisfaction levels- Oversaw the Regulatory Compliance function within the HealthAllies organization- Created UnitedHealth Group’s Public Policy Statement on Discount Medical Programs

Minnetonka, Mn

Created clear and attainable project objectives, built project requirements and managed scope. Served as the client representative. Determined and implemented the needs of the client and ensured marketing projects were delivered on-time, on-budget and on-target while meeting expectations. Worked for notable multi-national corporations such as UnitedHealthcare, Pfizer Consumer Healthcare and 3M.ACHIEVEMENTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, SOLUTIONS: - Won 40 new corporate accounts by spearheading a sales and marketing campaign - Identified target employer segments within Small Business and Key Accounts divisions- Analyzed sales history (CRM) and external market data- Guided Executive Team in implementing a Competitive Intelligence (CI) program- Researched and evaluated alternative CI solutions via a comprehensive benchmark study- Coordinated production of sales/marketing materials for a new product launch

Eden Prairie, Mn

Oversaw operations, sales and delivery for a new consulting practice providing revolutionary competitive analysis and strategy tools to corporate clients. Designed and launched Winning in Hypercompetition workshops for clients in consumer packaged goods, financial services and telecommunications/call center technology industries. Addressed the “process and people” impact of implementing an aggressive growth strategy with Discovery Scientists in Pfizer’s Cardio Vascular and Metabolic Disease Group using Growth Audit, an organizational level diagnostic tool.ACHIEVEMENTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, SOLUTIONS: - Formed and managed three alternative distribution channel alliances- Attained 30%+ profit margin by implementing pricing and revenue share strategies - Evaluated and prioritized product R&D projects

Denver, Co

- Provided competitive information and customized analysis for business-specific issues- Manged professional project teams- Trained 100+ staff members in competitive analysis- Reduced cost of entry into out-of-region markets 50% by re-engineering processes- Led branding strategy, database marketing, and sales force automation projects

Morristown, Nj

- Identified a $9M stock decline in major account and instrumental in creating recovery plan- Increased sales to distributor by 18% ($10.8M YOY)- Launched direct mail/direct response campaigns targeting end-user markets- Performed sales forecasts by market segment, product line and sales channel- Supplied product management with market intelligence for factory planning purposes

Morristown, Nj

- Redesigned the AT&T Network Systems Customer Satisfaction Measurement Program- Interviewed customers using individualized “report cards” and rating metrics- Determined customer needs and priorities- Led focus group sessions with the Pacific Bell Operations organization.- Developed concept testing process for an AT&T Operations Systems new product offering.

Mba, Strategy, General Business

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Amos Tuck School Of Business Administration

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Industrial Management At Carnegie Institute Of Technology