"Portfolio Modeling and Forecasting of Single-Use Rare Disease Treatments" MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL) Research Project· Defined research objectives from motivation to strategically design a new global cell and gene therapy (CGT) network · Reviewed academic, industry, and government literature extensively with minimal historical data available (only 3 approved commercial gene therapies) to formulate model variables by market and clinical phase volume risk adjustments · Developed novel approach to forecasting unknown assets by disease prevalence and severity, resulting in 18 unique classifications actively being implemented to establish initial forecasting capabilities and simulate asset launch scenarios · Delivered 3 tested user-friendly solutions for segmented asset level forecasting, commercial portfolio modeling, and throughput scenario planning with written academic research report to support future scalable value · Presented solutions framework, results, and discussion highlights to executive leadership, encouraging further partnership

"Geriatric Oncology Nurse Navigator Program" Healthcare Systems Initiative (HSI) Research Project · Conducted in-depth key hospital stakeholder interviews, literature review of roles and 10+ patient assessments, as well as database analyses with market research, to identify service gaps and substantiate multidisciplinary patient support needs · Designed distinct role workflows, streamlined assessments and risk stratification triggers, a patient lifecycle management digital tool, KPIs, and next steps that were implemented as approved in parallel to working and final research papers

• Led global communications, training, and change for a >$1B multi-brand client with complimentary macro and micro strategies, engaging >4,500 stakeholders and executive support for a widely-championed program beyond my tenure• Localized change management across 4 Greater China markets, mediating among 3 companies to collaboratively investigate individual needs and prepare culturally-appropriate custom approaches executed on-time by ground resources• Demonstrated knowledge as a supplier enablement and change management “SME” from supporting >10 implementations, innovating service offerings, soliciting software roadmap bi-directional feedback, and piloting new functionality• Drove long-term risk mitigation and system effectiveness by leading design and configuration, reducing Req-to-Order cycles by >50%, enhancing reporting, and increasing user adoption by up to 90%• Enabled >1000 suppliers and introduced e-commerce with price-negotiated catalogs via training and location-based purchasing, rendering thousands in savings while fostering customer-supplier mutual growth and efficiency• Unified new consultants and cross-practice team members on an inaugural software implementation by managing a >$1M engagement, coaching and driving design to encourage individual ownership of 3 workstreams• Strengthened the project foundation by establishing delivery processes, clear documentation, priorities, and critical activities with the client’s Project Manager, becoming a “trusted partner” and “setting a standard” for other vendors• Streamlined Supply Chain, Engineering, Accounting, MDM, and IT practices by analyzing widely misunderstood processes and designing future blueprints, providing clarity and immediate improvement opportunities prior to project Go-Live

• Managed Market Research and Retail Consulting of Category Playbook, creating 11 data-driven savings strategies for a global Market Research firm during separation from the parent company• Improved Procurement competitiveness by composing new Global Procurement Policy and incorporating leading practices and benchmarks in RFP templates• Led Supplier Enablement for Coupa implementation at a non-profit, delivering twice above maximum expected Go-Live supplier-managed catalogs within 3 weeks of launch• Enabled 18 live supplier catalogs and 518 active suppliers in under 11 weeks, including the first new Amazon punchout catalog• Facilitated successful internal and external implementation by conducting Coupa Supplier Portal trainings and supplier communications• Designed Contingent Worker Training Program materials for a global Fieldglass implementation at an international pharmaceutical company, identifying gaps and risks within the Global and Service Delivery Models• Created individual interview guides on the CWM program and MSP across the Target Operating Model, used to gather input from 32 stakeholders• Supplemented in-person interviews with an international survey conducted at a 95% confidence level, increasing input by over 140 stakeholders• Conducted a current state gap assessment for the Contingent Workforce Management (CWM) program and international MSP at a Fortune 10 company• Analyzed spend and headcount data, MSP contract, interviews, and survey results for quantitative and qualitative identification of actionable CWM program opportunities• Constructed a cross-functional roadmap of recommended opportunity approach with evaluation of distinct complexity and value• Managed creation of master deliverables at the world’s largest public transportation organization for process flows, PO volume analysis, and system implications• Collaborated to develop Onboarding Program and RACI for client consolidation, creating Visio organizational charts and workflows

• Assisted in managing the front office by answering phone calls, making copies, and scheduling meetings• Improved department performance by increasing efficiency and assisting professors so they can focus on their courses and projects, resulting in promotion to Level II position and pay increase

• Analyzed over $2.3MM of uniforms data for 58 plants to create simplified loss and ruin reduction prioritization plan for cost-effective visitation and engagement of plants• Contributed to formation of the Quarterly Business Review with a strategic supplier by ensuring alignment of the Service Level Agreement and loss and ruin reduction goals for both parties• Facilitated cross-functional meetings with plants and supplier representatives to maintaining regular communication and collaborative cost reduction efforts• Conducted plant and service center visits for working directly with managers and employees wearing the uniforms in seeking process improvement and standardization opportunities• Created 9 loss and ruin reduction strategies to optimize efficiency of plants' time and resources that were already being successfully implemented in 10 pilot plants before conclusion of internship• Uncovered estimated annual savings of over $194,000 across 3 platforms that will be multiplied accordingly as the strategies are applied at the remaining 48 plants• Initiated 5-10% estimated annual savings of uniforms loss and ruin costs for all plants and as supported by the strategic supplier• Engaged plant personnel across all 58 plants and subject matter experts (SMEs) from four different functions within ConAgra Foods• Compiled supplier, internal corporate, and plant data to evaluate progress of strategy implementation using PivotTables and PivotCharts• Devised succession and transition plan in collaboration with the strategic supplier, Core Uniforms Team, and plants for progress of uncovering savings as a continuous improvement project

• Improved leadership skills teaching a 15-week fall semester introductory business course to 19 freshmen by covering a new topic each week through lectures and activities• Encouraged early development of students’ leadership, presentation, professional, and networking skills through actively emphasizing these skills in weekly teachings, including Prezis and course assignments• Informed students about opportunities in the business school through managing online course materials, including bi-weekly online announcements and e-mails• Mentored 3 first-year facilitators by assisting in lesson planning and maintaining status on each of their classes through weekly reports I conduct on their performance

• Reconciled buyer data utilizing business intelligence software, resulting in creation of an objective excel performance assessment report used by the manager for mid-year evaluations• Solidified lead time records of 23 procurement agents by gathering data for over 550 parts and communicating with suppliers to verify vendor lead times• Contributed to and tracked release of 57 solicitations among 22 procurement agents in reporting documentation used by senior management• Supported procurement agents in potential supplier selection by developing a supplier performance tracker, requiring consistent verbal and written communication with 5 suppliers• Expedited release of solicitation by corresponding with employees in outside departments to obtain technical cost, labor, engineering support, and time information • Analyzed expedited information obtained to write source justifications and forecast up to a 3-year impact of sourcing with the supplier• Directed the focus and execution of the Intern Roundtable interactive presentations from the 7 Supplier Management interns to initiate immediate, lasting improvement of internships by determining the principal speaking content, forum structure, agenda, date, and attendee selection