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Curriculum Vitae

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Professional Experience

2022-2024

Graduate Thesis Author

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University of Leeds

Role Responsibilities

  • ​Performed research for and authored a 20,000-word thesis analyzing the social impacts of literary censorship in US public schools.​

  • Independently manage project timelines, revisions, and research while engaging in peer editing and faculty feedback. 

2018 - 2021

Co-Founder & President

South Swell Technology Solutions, LLC

Role Responsibilities

  • Managed and transitioned a small technology firm focused on contracts with the US Department of Defense (DoD).

  • Managed end-to-end DoD contract lifecycle, including proposal development, subcontractor oversight, and compliance with Defense/Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (FAR/DFARS).

  • Ensured accurate reporting, accounting, invoicing, and audit readiness unique to federal contracts.

  • Manage and create website content and design

2016 - 2020

Sr. Clinical Operations Manager

(now known as Fortrea, Inc.)

Covance, Inc.

Flexible Solutions and Clinical Operations, North America

Role Responsibilities

  • Led and managed a team of 25+ clinical operations staff across North America, ensuring compliance with Food & Drug Administration Codes of Federal Regulation (FDA CFRs), International Council for Harmonisation/Good Clinical Practice (ICH/GCPs), and client-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Developed and implemented GCP-aligned SOPs, training materials, and onboarding programs, enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting staff readiness.

  • Directed investigations into non-compliance, identify root causes, implement Corrective and Preventative Action Plans (CAPAs), and maintain continuous regulatory adherence.

  • Delivered ongoing GCP compliance training, promoting data integrity, and patient safety across clinical monitoring teams.

  • Served as key liaison between clinical monitoring and other functional groups (e.g., product, regulatory, data), facilitating communication and driving process improvements.

  • Spearheaded creation and maintenance of process documentation to support consistent, compliant clinical monitoring practices.

  • Partnered with Employee Relations and Legal departments to address sensitive employee matters, including performance concerns, interpersonal conflicts, and policy violations.

  • Partnered with HR and executive teams to lead employee engagement initiatives, interpret data trends, and address culture and performance gaps.

  • Led process improvement initiatives that improved visibility into monitoring expenses and reduced financial write-offs across departments.

  • Directed utilization tracking and resource forecasting across North American FSP operations, presenting insights to senior leadership and mitigating budget risks.

2011 - 2015

Associate Clinical Operations Manager, Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

(AbbVie, Inc split from Abbott Laboratories in 2013.)

Abbott Laboratories/AbbVie, Inc.

Site Monitoring and Management, North America

Role Responsibilities

  • Oversaw the implementation of clinical monitoring plans for multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring monitor and site compliance with FDA CFRs, ICH/GCPs, and internal company policies.

  • Managed site-level risk assessments and audit processes, identifying deviations and collaborating with teams to develop corrective actions.

  • Led investigations into protocol non-compliance, ensuring resolution through proper escalation and documentation in collaboration with senior leadership.

  • Reviewed and reported on the performance of direct reports, providing actionable feedback and addressing performance gaps.

  • Developed training programs for staff, including site training on clinical trial compliance and regulatory expectations.

  • Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs for CRAs and site staff on protocols, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.

  • Oversaw quality and compliance through risk mitigation, data review, and adherence to ICH GCPs and FDA guidelines.

  • Conducted site audits to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, identifying risks and proposing corrective actions to improve trial integrity and patient safety.

2006 - 2011

Global Trial Lead, Clinical Research Associate

QUINTILES, Inc

(now known as IQVIA, Inc.)

Clinical Operations, North America

Role Responsibilities

  • Accountable for regional core operational team and global regional heads, their activities, and liaised with project leadership, client, and project vendors.

  • Responsible for management of the Clinical Operations teams, quality, and compliance with project plans, successfully meeting project deliverables.

  • Responsible for ensuring clinical operations activities were within budget and scope.-Managed and monitored weekly data management analysis and distribution.

  • Managed, organized, and maintained clinical monitoring plans and tracking tools, developed study tools for site personnel.

  • Performed CRA trainings, trip report reviews, and resourcing.

  • Managed and monitored project vendors for quality/issues, managed vendor contracts.

  • Monitored clinical investigative sites and personnel across multiple indications and protocols.

  • Conducted site visits to monitor for subject safety, ICH/GCP compliance, investigator quality, data integrity, and protocol adherence.

  • Administered project related training to clinical sites.

  • Provided mentorship and support for new CRAs.-Assisted colleagues with the monitoring of difficult sites.

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Lead Clinical Trial Coordinator

Baxter Healthcare at Scripps Green Hospital

Interventional Cardiology

Role Responsibilities

  • Managed and wrote the preparation of all IRB and regulatory submissions.

  • Trained site personnel on fundamental Clinical Trial processes and procedures in accordance with FDA CFR Title 21 and ICH/GCP guidelines.

  • Trained site personnel on IRB process, procedures, and submission requirements.

  • Performed internal audit of all study documents and subject source/data.

  • Performed internal audit of cell acquisition and processing for subject procedures.

  • Managed and trained site staff on clinical and regulatory procedures.

  • Screened, enrolled, and followed study patients throughout the course of clinical trials.

  • Managed IRB reporting of onsite and offsite SAEs/safety reports.

2004 - 2006

Asst. Program Manager, Clinical Trial Coordinator

University of California San Diego (UCSD) Medical Center

Neuropsychiatry & Behavioral Medicine

Role Responsibilities

  • Performed internal assessments/site audits and monitor active clinical research studies.

  • Ensured site is protocol and GCP/ICH compliant.-Confirmed site staff was trained on clinical and regulatory procedures, training is properly documented and continued.

  • Monitored financial reports, assess spending budgets, and coordinate research contracts.

  • Coordinated administrative, management, and staffing activities.

  • Developed and revised research policies and site Specific standard operating procedures.

  • Managed and coordinated multiple protocols from study start.

  • UP to study closeout-Managed site recruitment and retention plans.

  • Performed final site review of Case Report Forms.

  • Managed and oversaw the preparation of IRB project applications and regulatory submissions.

  • Managed IRB reporting of onsite and offsite SAEs/safety reports.

  • Screened patients, performed clinical evaluations, administered psychiatric diagnostic and rating scales.

2002 - 2004

Clinical Research Coordinator, Research Assistant

UCSD Medical Center at VA Health Systems, Bioethics/Geropsychiatry

Rady's Children's Hospital, Children Services Research

Role Responsibilities

  • Coordinated and supported academic and clinical Principal Investigators on research protocols, IRB ethics submissions, data collection, and publication presentation.

  • Provided administrative and analytical support  across multiple departments, including psychiatry, bioethics, and pediatric services.

2001 - 2002

Data Mapping Analyst

Cisco Systems, Inc. 

Marketing Research

Role Responsibilities

  • Researched and aggregated end-user data for corporate analysis.

Education

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Master of Arts, 2024

Applied and Professional Ethics

University of Leeds, United Kingdom

Bachelor of Arts, 2001

Human Development Program

University of California, San Diego

Technical & Software Skills

  • Adobe Acrobat Pro

  • Content Management Systems (Wix, WordPress, Squarespace)

  • Creative Platforms (Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator)

  • Database Management Systems (Oracle Database)

  • Industry-Specific Investigative platforms (CTMS, eCRFs, IVRS(x))

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote)

  • Statistical & Analytical Tools (SAS, MS Excel)

Interests & Memberships

Volunteer Experience

Love, Recycle, since 2024 - Founder and Sole member, manage and oversee volunteer-based 501c(3) organization focused on local environmental and recycling education.     

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UCSD Institute for Practical Ethics, since 2006 - Judge and panel leader,  judge and manage judging panels of student essay submissions for the California Sate Summer School for Mathematics and Science (COSMOS) annual Ethics in Engineering competition. 

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​California Regional Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl, since 2025 - Judge and mediator organized by the Association of Practical and Professional Ethics.

Memberships & Associations

San Diego Bioethics Seminar Series, Since 2006

Association of Clinical Research Professionals, CCRA, 2008-2012

Association for Practical and Professional Ethics, since 2025

Women In Defense, 2019-2021

Surfrider Foundation, since 2024

Free Mom Hugs, since 2024

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Website Development & Coach, since 2015 - develop and/or maintain websites using common CMS for small business owners. Coach and support business owners on site maintenance and ownership.​

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Graphic Design, since 2018 - design graphics, logos, and marketing materials for small businesses.

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Photography, since 2015 - portrait photographer focused on professional headshots for small business owners. 

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