
Global Pharma, Biotech & MedTech Business Development Leader | M&A, Licensing & Strategic Partnerships | Expert in Deal Origination, Due Diligence & Negotiation | Life Sciences, CROs, CDMO & VC
Transformative Pharma, Biotech and MedTech leader with experience driving M&A, licensing, investments and strategic partnerships across Life Sciences, CROs, CDMO, and venture capital. Recognized for building global collaborations that accelerate innovation, deliver enterprise growth, and strengthen competitive advantage. CORPORATE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & M&A ► Proven track record of leading global search and evaluation for partnerships, licensing, acquisitions, and joint ventures across Pharma, Biotech, MedTech, CROs, and venture capital. ► Skilled at identifying high-value opportunities, structuring transactions, and negotiating favorable agreements that drive growth and competitive advantage. DEAL ORIGINATION & DUE DILIGENCE ► Expertise in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities through rigorous diligence, market assessment, risk analysis, financial modeling, and return on invested capital (ROIC) assessments. ► Adept at leading multi-functional diligence teams to assess clinical, technical, commercial, IP, manufacturing, and regulatory considerations for informed decision-making. STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION & INNOVATION ► Recognized change agent with the ability to design and execute enterprise-level growth strategies that deliver measurable impact. ► Experienced in bridging scientific and business acumen to accelerate commercialization, enhance market positioning, and enable strategic transformation. RELATIONSHIP BUILDING & COLLABORATION ► Strong communicator with a reputation for fostering trust-based relationships with C-Suite executives, boards, investors, and global partners. ► Skilled at engaging diverse stakeholders from academia, TTOs, and NGOs to pharma, biotech, CROs, CDMOs, and government to cultivate partnerships and drive alignment. LEADERSHIP & TALENT DEVELOPMENT ► Inclusive leader recognized for mentoring staff, building high-performing teams, and fostering collaboration across complex matrix organizations. ► Adept at influencing at the executive level, presenting strategic insights, and ensuring alignment between corporate objectives and execution. VALUES ► Integrity ► Collaboration ► Innovation ► Impact ► Excellence
sciphermedicine.com
bayer.com
uhn.ca
Ijamsville, Maryland, United States
Consultant / Advisor, Business Development & Strategy
Self Employed
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• Self-employed
Sep 2023 - Present
Maryland, United States
Senior Director Business Development
Scipher Medicine
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• Full-time
Dec 2024 - Mar 2025
Maryland, United States
Director of Corporate Development & Strategy - Scientific and Technical Due Diligence
Emergent BioSolutions
• www.linkedin.com/company/emergent-biosolutions
• Full-time
Jan 2021 - Aug 2023
Gaithersburg, MD, United States
Director of Commercialization, Partnerships & Special Ventures
University Health Network
• www.linkedin.com/company/university-health-network
• Full-time
Jan 2018 - Dec 2020
Toronto, ON, Canada
Vice President of Business Development / Principal, Consulting / Sr Director of Corporate Ventures
MDS Capital-Lumira / Advancium Inc. / Sickkids Hospital
• Full-time
Jan 2005 - Dec 2018
Toronto, ON, Canada
Associate Vice President of Business Development & Licensing, Biopharmaceuticals
BTG International (Acquired by Boston Scientific)
• Full-time
Jan 2001 - Dec 2005
Conshohocken, PA, United States
Consultant/Entrepreneur/CEO
HealthTec International
• Self-employed
Jan 1997 - Dec 1998
Toronto, ON, Canada
Senior Manager, Clinical Research
Hyal Pharmaceutical (acquired by SkyePharma and Almirall)
Jan 1995 - Dec 1997
Toronto, ON, Canada