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Board Experience

2020 – Present

Beyond Batten Disease Foundation

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2018 – Present

Elwyn Foundation

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

2017 – 2023

Together Strong NPC

BOARD CHAIR

Work Experience

2023 – PRESENT

Consultant

NGT BIOPHARMA CONSULTANT

Advising biotech and pharma clients across R&D, clinical trials, regulatory interactions (FDA and international), and development strategy across multiple therapeutic areas.

 

2018 – 2020

CEO

CRYBIOMEDICINES, LLC

Led biotech start-up developing genetically engineered bacteria for novel protein therapeutics. Directed business strategy, scientific development, and investor relations.

 

2015 – 2018

Medical Advisor, J&J Global Public Health

THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J

Provided medical and regulatory strategy for multiple global health programs. Supported drug development, medical affairs, and global distribution of therapies in underserved regions.

 

2012 – 2014

Compound Development Team Leader, Flubendazole & Mebendazole

THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J

Led development programs for flubendazole (onchocerciasis) and pediatric mebendazole (soil-transmitted helminthiasis). Secured regulatory approval and WHO adoption of new pediatric formulation.

 

2007 – 2011

Vice President, Established Products

THE JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES OF J&J

Managed a global portfolio of 80+ marketed products. Directed line extensions, pediatric exclusivity programs, reformulations, and regulatory initiatives.

 

2003 – 2006

Vice President, Drug Development & Safety

NCNEIL CONSUMER & SPECIALTY PHARMACEUTICALS, J&J

Led R&D and pharmacovigilance for multiple therapeutic areas, including Tylenol line extensions, ADHD (Concerta approval), sickle cell anemia, and cystic fibrosis.

 

2000 – 2002

SVP, Clinical Operations and Medical & Scientific Affairs

SCP COMMUNICATIONS

 

 

1999 – 2002

President

PREMIER RESEARCH WORLDWIDE

 

 

1998 – 1999

Senior Director

PREMIER RESEARCH WORLDWIDE

 

 

1994 – 1998

Assistant Professor

PENN MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEMS

 

 

1989 – 1994

Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program

PENN MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEMS

 

 

Certifications & Licenses

1980 – Present

American Board of Internal Medicine

1980 – Present 

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education

1972

BA

KENYON COLLEGE

1976

MD

JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

1977

Internship: Surgery

HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

1980

Residency: Internal Medicine

HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

1980

Fellowship: Internal Medicine

HOSPITAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA