Established a successful career in academia (Immunology) achieving Tenure at the University of Maryland. Highlights include establishing an independent clinical research program leading to advances in patient care for solid organ transplant patients. While in academia authored numerous scholarly articles and text book chapters. Entered industry as a Medical Science Liaison (product development). Held numerous positions of increasing responsibility within the US / globally and currently an Executive Director with over 20 years of biotech/pharma experience. Broad corporate and field-based expertise contributing to medical unit and corporate level goals. Experienced in building and leading high-performing teams supporting both pipeline and marketed products in Rheumatology, Gastroenterology and Immunology therapeutic areas. Skilled in building and leading cross functional teams bridging medical and commercial groups. Externally known as a scientific expert in drug development, medical affairs, rheumatology, and gastroenterology.