Experience

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  Umass medical school

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  Postdoctoral research fellow

  Developed, implemented, and evaluated digital health interventions, including a Facebook-delivered weight loss program for low-income postpartum women and a physical activity initiative in inner-city churches. Built scholarship through scientific protocol development, grant writing, manuscript publication, and professional presentations while conducting secondary analyses to advance public health research.

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  Upmc health plan

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2022

  Developed, implemented, and evaluated a suite of evidence-based, best-practice digital interventions in the areas including, but not limited to lifestyle (e.g. weight management, tobacco), chronic disease self-management, and mental health Managed the content, maintained the scientific integrity, and optimized the impact of the suite of lifestyle behavior change interventions targeting diet, physical activity, weight management, stress, and smoking.

  • Director, Digital Behavior Interventions

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Director, Lifestyle Interventions

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2019
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  Ww / weightwatchers

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2024

  Senior manager, behavior change experiences

  Served as the primary science partner for product & design teams to ensure WW’s digital experiences were informed by behavior change principles, considered the lived experiences of WW members, and drove effective, health-promoting behavior changes.

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  Click therapeutics, inc.

  Jan 2024 - now

  Consultant, science

  Led qualitative and quantitative research to uncover patient and provider insights on obesity management with lifestyle changes and GLP-1 medications. Conducted a deep clinical evaluation of a digital app acquisition, identifying key behavior change techniques and areas for enhancement. Collaborated with product teams to create innovative solutions that empower patients on their GLP-1 weight loss journey.

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  Evolve consulting

  Jan 2025 - now

  Principal consultant

  At Evolve Consulting, we help startups, digital health companies, and healthcare organizations develop evidence-based products that drive engagement, retention, and meaningful health outcomes. We bridge the gap between research and execution—advising on behavioral science strategy, research dissemination, and product optimization. From designing evaluation frameworks to publishing peer-reviewed research, we ensure companies can measure and communicate their impact effectively. Through fractional leadership and hands-on execution, we collaborate with product, UX, clinical, and data science teams to build scalable, user-centered solutions. We also support academics and clinicians transitioning to industry, helping them navigate new career paths with confidence. Show less