Professional info
Agile Business Leader and forward thinker with 10 years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, start-up and technology industries. Diverse and unique background in business, information systems, and science, which contributes to deep analytical thinking, problem solving and conflict resolution abilities combined with well-developed business strategy planning, development and execution.
Work experience
Consultant
Scherer Consulting LLC
2012 - present
Provided guidance in a period of transition and diversification for private records management company. Assessed company’s potential expansion opportunities and evaluated potential acquisition targets. Developed initial business plan for educational software startup company. Provided strategy consulting and evaluation of technology for joint venture negotiations for small chemical business.
Business Product and Planning Manager
The TriZetto Group
2009 - 2011
Managed newly acquired companies from start-up through incorporation into the larger organization including integrating systems and transitioning to agile methodologies.
Consultant
Essence Medical, Inc
2007 - 2008
Led team to create business plan for early stage startup medical device company focused on early detection of cancer.
Principal Research Associate
Epix Pharmaceuticals
2002 - 2006
Analytical chemist for biopharmaceutical company focused on internally discovered drug candidates to treat diseases of the central nervous system and lung conditions.
Associate Scientist
BioGen IDEC
2001
Designed and performed formulation studies, diagnosed and solved issue leading to failure in fill processes.
Senior Scientist
Solmetex, Inc
1998-2001
Project lead for developing new mercury removal project. Managed lab operations and budget.
Other Interests
Former President of Dragon Boat Club of Boston
2008 National Champion of Vampire: The Eternal Struggle
Avid gamer, hiker, dog walker.
Boston University Graduate School of Management
2006-2008
MBA, MSIS. Concentrations in Health Sector Management and Entrepeneurship. Overall GPA: 3.75
Boston University
1992-1996
BA Chemistry.