MedTech Compliance and Regulatory Excellence:
- Achievement: Successfully tested, inspected, and certified multiple MedTech products, ensuring compliance with rigorous national and international safety standards.
Skill Sets: Technical Expertise, Regulatory Knowledge, Quality Assurance, Attention to Detail - Achievement: Spearheaded the development of comprehensive test plans and procedures, streamlining product evaluations and reducing certification timelines by 20%.
Skill Sets: Process Improvement, Project Management, Strategic Planning - Achievement: Played a pivotal role in obtaining critical health, safety, environmental, and OSHA certifications for high-impact MedTech devices.
Skill Sets: Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Problem-Solving
Regulatory Affairs Leadership:
- Achievement: As an Electrical Safety Specialist at Millipore/Sigma, served as a subject matter expert on global regulations for electrical life sciences products, ensuring full compliance and market readiness.
Skill Sets: Leadership, Cross-Cultural Communication, Technical Guidance - Achievement: Provided technical expertise and training to cross-functional teams on national and international testing standards, enhancing team proficiency and compliance accuracy.
Skill Sets: Communication, Training & Development, Technical Consulting
Strategic Management and Leadership:
- Achievement: Leveraged a background in electrical engineering and an MBA to bridge technical and business objectives, facilitating smoother regulatory processes and aligning product development with market strategies.
Skill Sets: Leadership, Business Strategy, Technical Acumen - Achievement: Led cross-departmental collaboration projects that improved regulatory compliance efficiency, reducing project turnaround times by 15%.
Skill Sets: Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Efficiency Optimization
Sustainable Home Design and Construction:
- Achievement: Designed and oversaw the construction of a net-zero home, incorporating a geothermal heating and cooling system, high-performance insulation, and a 13.7 kW solar array, achieving a blower door test result of 0.69 air exchanges per hour.
Skill Sets: Project Management, Sustainability, Technical Design, Energy Efficiency, Problem-Solving
Community Leadership and Governance:
- Achievement: Serving as Vice Chair of the Pelham Budget Committee, played a key role in balancing essential services for residents while maintaining fiscal responsibility and minimizing tax increases.
Skill Sets: Financial Management, Strategic Planning, Community Engagement - Achievement: As a Selectman for the Town of Hudson, successfully mobilized citizen opposition against an unsuitable large-scale warehouse project, demonstrating a commitment to responsible community development.
Skill Sets: Leadership, Negotiation, Public Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement - Achievement: Led a superior court negotiation between the 7th largest town in NH and various stakeholders, resulting in the creation of a local task force to enhance government transparency.
Skill Sets: Conflict Resolution, Legal Acumen, Collaboration, Organizational Leadership
Environmental Advocacy and Conservation:
- Achievement: Volunteered as a co-contributor to the Hudson Alliance for Responsible Development, promoting sustainable growth and community-focused environmental initiatives.
Skill Sets: Public Relations, Sustainability Advocacy, Community Organizing - Achievement: Co-sponsored Hike Hillsborough, an initiative educating residents about local conservation areas and encouraging outdoor engagement.
Skill Sets: Community Outreach, Environmental Education, Marketing - Achievement: Served on the Hudson Conservation Commission, protecting vital natural resources, reviewing wetland exception applications, and leading the development of new hiking trails, including organizing a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Skill Sets: Environmental Policy, Event Planning, Regulatory Knowledge, Land Management
Energy Initiatives and Community Impact:
- Achievement: Created the Pelham Community Power Commission, securing unanimous community support and leading efforts to provide cost-saving energy solutions. Conducted research, presented findings publicly, and wrote a warrant article approved by voters.
Skill Sets: Initiative Leadership, Public Communication, Policy Development, Research and Analysis
Philanthropy and Fundraising:
- Achievement: Organized successful fundraising events for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and local food pantries, demonstrating a strong commitment to community service and social impact.
Skill Sets: Fundraising, Event Coordination, Community Service, Networking
Professional Summary: With a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic leadership, I bring a proven track record in ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing testing processes, and guiding cross-functional teams to achieve excellence. My professional experience reflects a strong commitment to delivering impactful results in complex, high-stakes environments.
Complementing my professional achievements, my extensive volunteer work demonstrates a deep dedication to sustainable development, transparent governance, and community well-being. I leverage a diverse skill set—from technical proficiency and public advocacy to environmental stewardship—to drive meaningful, positive change in both professional and community settings.
