Our Team
Dara Lockert
CEO
25+ years experience in drug development with increasing staff leadership responsibility in biologics, gene therapy, immunotherapy, genomics, and vaccines companies
Coached C-Suite leaders in the development of strategic plans resulting in successful launches, IND filings, corporate partnering/out licensing, M&As, and funding rounds
Leadership responsibility for commercial product launches and multiple Phase 4 registries
James chrisman, MS
Director of Clinical Operations consulting
12+ years of Phase 1-3 clinical trial management experience involving pharmaceuticals and medical devices across multiple therapeutic areas
Proven ability to successfully plan and execute clinical trials to meet development goals from study start-up through closure
Trusted clinical operations team leader with experience overseeing small and large study teams
Effective at collaborating with both internal and external cross-functional team members to ensure an efficient and compliant approach to study conduct
Proficient in proactively identifying and mitigating study risks
Experienced in selecting, setting up, and managing study vendors while maintaining effective sponsor oversight of outsourced services
LORI HANSEN, PHD
director of product development consulting
25+ years of program management experience in the biopharma industry
Breadth of experience includes small molecules, biologics, cellular products, vaccines, and antibody drug conjugates (ADCs)
Expertise in the transition of projects from research to development and development to commercial; program planning and implementation; and the valuation of internal and external projects for effective Portfolio Management and Business Development
DECLAN RICHARDS, PMP
ASSoc. DIRECTOR of PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CONSULTING
9+ Years of Project Management experience across multiple industries (Biotech, Healthcare, IT, and others)
Proven ability to optimize processes, enhance quality, and drive data-driven decision-making for successful project outcomes
Proficient with project management best practices, reporting, and tools and technology
Certified Project and Product Manager and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Jenny Estep, MBA
Business operations manager
5+ years of project management experience in the engineering field and telecom industry
Managed teams of up to 26 technicians in a consumer product manufacturing facility operating under drug standards
Earned PMP and certificate in Drug Development Product Management