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Birmingham, Michigan, United States

Northville, Michigan, United States

Detroit Metropolitan Area

Detroit Metropolitan Area

Detroit Metropolitan Area

Wixom, Michigan, United States

In this role I have acted as project manager, business developer and sales representative. I've created a new business model from scratch and advanced the overall direction of the Regulated Medical Waste division. This led to the successful launch of a new line of services and the implementation of B2B sales and marketing strategies targeting the healthcare industry. My responsibilities include securing resources, creating operational procedures, writing compliance protocols, promoting sales and marketing campaigns, generating leads, managing a complex sales pipeline, building relationships and generating new customers.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Independently released 3 recording albums and performed over 100 concerts across the Midwest. Lead singer, songwriter, lead guitar player, producer, band manager, tour manager and brand ambassador. Booked and negotiated performances, designed and sold merchandise, created promotional videos and materials, created digital marketing campaigns and managed promotional tours.

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

Promoted to a Research Assistant III with new responsibilities in project and laboratory management.

Greater Nashville Area, Tn

• Supervising technician for all mouse related research in a 10-person oncology lab, examining DNA damage and protein interactions involved in lymphoma tumor initiation.• Interviewed, trained and directed researchers in the maintenance, husbandry, inventory and data collection of over 1200 mice in three facilities.• Independently designed and managed projects for sequencing and cloning genes linked to cancer. • Analyzed data, performed statistical analyses and presented figures of gene expression in tumors.• Purchased supplies and equipment with an operating cost of nearly $1 million.• Reviewed new techniques and emerging patterns in the field; participated in weekly lab discussions.

Greater Chicago Area

• Lead technician and manager of a 9-member oncology lab investigating DNA changes associated with blood cell development, blood cell malignancies and leukemia.• Maintained over 250 mice including the design and installation of protocols for 3 new strains.• Analyzed cell survival and protein levels in cells expressing protein alterations linked to leukemia.• Sequenced human and mouse DNA looking for cancer causing mutations and modifying marks.• Led supply and equipment purchases on 4 NIH grants; headed supply inventories and inspections.

• Laboratory manager for 6-person research lab with spending authority on a $400,000 NIH grant. • Upgraded zebrafish facility by installing and activating a stand alone housing rack and equipment. • Researched products and prices, placed orders, organized lab inventory, maintained equipment. • Downloaded and reconciled all budget transactions and prepared detailed spending reports.

• Molecular/developmental biology research on FGF and Wnt regulation and cell organization in zebrafish tissue regeneration. • Independent investigator with skills in project management, experimental design and data analysis. • Designed and conducted thesis project, wrote successful $2000 internal grant proposal, attended scientific meetings, presented conference poster and authored 2 peer-reviewed journal articles.

• Instructor of 30-student laboratory sections of Biology 101 (Cell/Molecular), Biology 102 (Ecology/Evolution), Human Physiology, Mammalian Physiology, and Anatomy. • Designed lesson plans, prepared laboratory materials, led field trips, taught concepts and techniques to large groups and individuals; graded assignments; held office hours. • Cumulative 300 hours in the classroom and over 250 students taught.

• Research collaboration with the Topczewski lab involving FGF and Wnt gene signaling in zebrafish development and regeneration.• Participated in project planning, lab meetings, training sessions and research seminars.

• Performed genetic screen on ENU-mutagenized nematodes and identified one potentially novel mutation in the unc-82 gene that causes myosin disorganization. • Used fluorescence microscopy to observe GFP-tagged myosin filaments and uncoordinated locomotion.

• Conducted research project identifying differences between doctors trained in pediatrics or general medicine. • Observed over 100 medical records for proper child immunization schedules and adult diabetic examinations.

M.S., Biological Science

Activities and Societies: The DePaul Graduate Research Fund Grant, Society for Developmental Biology

B.A., Biology

Activities and Societies: NCAA Division III Football and Baseball, American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Bachelor'S Degree, Biology, General