Michelle Schmitt-Debonis Email & Phone Number

Newark, Nj, Us

New York, New York

-Editorial management of Centers of Excellence: Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiovascular Risk Reduction, and Lipids Management (in collaboration with the American College of Cardiology); Metastatic Breast Cancer; and Psoriasis-Collaborate with advisory boards to develop and produce content including the latest research, journal articles, presentation of survey outcomes, perspectives articles, clinical cases, quizzes, video commentaries, and expert panel discussions-Recruit contributors deemed appropriate by partner (American College of Cardiology); ensure editorial content for each Center of Excellence is delivered in a timely manner and coordinate to meet expectations of partner -Edit, refine, and shepherd content received from external contributors through to publication-Liaise closely with partner’s editorial team to ensure appropriate reporting and communication-Editorial oversight of Clinical Collections, Fast Five Quizzes, and Skill Checkups on a variety of conditions, such as Chronic Kidney Disease, COPD, Heart Failure, HIV, Metastatic Breast Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Tardive Dyskinesia

Greater New York City Area

MEDSCAPE ▪ NEW YORK, NY-Editorial management of Centers of Excellence in collaboration with the American College of Cardiology, focusing on atrial fibrillation and cardiovascular risk reduction-Liaise with advisory boards to develop and produce content, such as perspectives articles, clinical cases, quizzes, video commentaries, and expert panel discussionsNOLAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT ▪ PRINCETON, NJ-Manage marketing initiatives and client communications-Prepare investment portfolio proposals and financial analyses-Client event planning-Manage online client portal and corporate Web siteINTELLISPHERE ▪ PLAINSBORO, NJ-Editorial project management for CME materials, including copyediting, proofreading, finalizing PowerPoint presentations, and drafting content summaries

New York, New York

-Acquired and developed books in the specialties of pharmaceutical science, clinical toxicology, infectious diseases, pain management, and neurology-Scheduled revisions as necessary and produced spin-off or derivative materials to ensure widest possible audience(s) for all content-Identified key markets, timely topics, and widely recognized authorities in various medical specialties to develop highly profitable books-Wrote detailed business plans for each proposed title, including cost calculation and budget, overview of project, description of author credentials, competitive analysis, and marketing strategies-Nationwide travel to attend annual conventions, such as the Society of Toxicology (SOT) and the Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy (ICAAC)-See below (Springer Science+Business Media) for additional responsibilities that also apply to this position

Piscataway, New Jersey

-Responsible for managing the Society’s journals program and supervising editorial staff-Primary contact for members of the Society’s Publications Board and Steering Committee-Arranged and participated in biannual conferences of the Publications Board and Steering Committee, including distribution of meeting notices, development of agendas, post-meeting reporting (motions, actions, information items), and email balloting-Responsible for upholding publishing ethics and investigating allegations of plagiarism-Maintained the accuracy of all in-house editorial guideline manuals, including Information for Authors, Associate Editor Guidelines, Special Issue Guidelines, and journal cover updates-In conjunction with the Executive Director and the Business Manager, coordinated budgetary and administrative activities of the executive office of the Signal Processing Society

New York, New York

-Acquired and developed books in biomedical informatics and family medicine-Conducted proposal reviews, contract negotiation, promotional planning and monitoring of sales, budget and financial planning-Identified key markets, timely topics, and widely recognized authorities in various medical specialties to develop highly profitable books, journals, and electronic media-Trained and managed both editorial support staff and freelancers; supervised daily responsibilities and addressed inquiries-Wrote detailed business plans for each proposed title, including cost calculation and budget, overview of project, description of author credentials, competitive analysis, and marketing strategies-Wrote book abstracts, back cover copy, and promotional material-Developmental editing of text to ensure cohesiveness and completeness of finished product-Collaborated with authors in creating tables of content, planning illustration programs and layouts, scheduling, and preparation of manuscripts for production-Interacted with a global team to coordinate production, sales, and marketing of products-Responsible for planning and hosting annual author receptions and business conferences nationwide-Extensive travel to client sites, academic institutions, annual conventions, and trade shows

New York, New York

-Responsible for supporting the management of books in the specialties of neurosurgery, audiology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and otolaryngology (head and neck surgery)-Reviewed and prepared manuscripts for production-Selected to be developmental editor of projects after just weeks of training-Managed project budgets and art programs with medical illustrators-Prepared contracts and amendments for books and freelancers-Produced status reports and profit and loss analyses-Responsible for hiring and training editorial assistants and interns-Nationwide travel to attend annual conventions such as the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) and the American Academy of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)

New York, New York

-Reviewed incoming manuscripts to ensure they conformed with guidelines-Prepared the Incoming Manuscript Production Evaluation, which estimates page count, details quality of artwork submitted, cross-references rights and permissions, notes any missing materials and/or replacements needed, and queries discrepancies-Corresponded with authors to ensure timely delivery of their manuscripts-Provided assistance to the supervising editors

Staten Island, New York

-Participated in annual Department of Health symposia and nationwide wine tastings for Wines From Spain and New Zealand Wine-Learned and applied new software to facilitate access to company records, including accounting, client database, as well as file organization and classification; also helped train employees to use new software-Seamlessly managed multiple projects under tight deadlines-Handled large volume telephone reception, interacted with clients, and provided on-site assistance at various events-Enhanced business development by organizing daily operations and administrative procedures, thereby freeing management to concentrate on implementing strategies-Independently supervised office while staff was off-site-Played critical support role in coordinating event logistics; delivered high levels of executive assistance to management-Fostered strong client relationships resulting in successful events-Repeatedly commended for quality customer service