I am dedicated to pursuing a management consulting role within a healthcare-focused firm. My passion for the healthcare sector has driven me to cultivate a diverse skill set, including hands-on experience in medical device development through the Bench to Bedside program, leadership in laboratory project management, and mentorship as a Big Brother in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. These experiences uniquely position me as an ideal candidate for leadership roles demanding a deep understanding of healthcare operations and innovation. My ultimate goal is to become a healthcare innovation leader, focusing on advancing health equity and driving positive change within the industry.Highlights from my career journey include:• Serving as project manager for 3 experimental studies comprising $5.2 million in funding, 150+ large-animal models, and 10+ employees and volunteers that has resulted in 4 conference posters, 3 conference presentations, 1 conference paper, and 1 conference expert panel• Winning the $20,000 grand prize at the Bench to Bedside Competition and now leading the next generation of the competition as a Vice President of the Student Leadership Team• Driving development of the COVER device, deployed in 40 ambulances, safeguarding 350+ patients and frontline healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.• 3.97/4.00 Undergraduate and 3.96/4.00 Graduate GPAI aim to leverage the creative problem-solving and analytical skills I acquired during my Ph.D. to drive innovative solutions in healthcare consulting, committed to improving patient outcomes and healthcare systems. I enjoy distance running, playing intramurals, and watching college football in my free time.Feel free to connect with me here:robert.falconer@utah.edu