Experience

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  United states marine corps

  May 1978 - Aug 1999

  Lieutenant colonel, leader of marines

  Executive OfficerOperations OfficerAdministrative & Personnel OfficerSpace Operations Staff Officer (US Space Command)Air Defense Control OfficerTraining OfficerTest Director

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  Clemson university extension service

  Sept 1999 - Apr 2004

  Director, county youth development programs

  Planned, coordinated, delivered and evaluated youth development programs modeled on experiential learning throughout Dorchester County. Recruited and trained adult volunteers. Coordinated with local school districts and other agencies on local, regional and national levels to provide suitable venues for the delivery of youth development experiential learning programs. Monitored youth development trends and integrated best management practices into programs and activities. Developed strategic plan and marketing plan. Communicated value of youth programs and activities to community stakeholders at all levels. Received certifications in numerous specialized youth development programs for implementation in the County. Coordinated the implementation of Teaching SMART Program in two Dorchester District Two Schools. Supervised one Teaching SMART staff member and twelve volunteers. Developed program evaluation tools and briefed stakeholders on impact of programs and youth development outcomes. Secured over $250,000 in external grants to fund youth programs and activities throughout the county and developed over 25 partnerships with various organizations to help promote and provide venues for youth led experiential learning activities. Show less

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  College of charleston

  Jul 2004 - Apr 2006

  Research ethics compliance coordinator

  Coordinated, administered and provided oversight of research activities involving animal and human participants. Reviewed all research protocols involving human subjects and vertebrate animals to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Assisted in the development of internal research ethics policies and procedures. Coordinated the staffing and training of the Institutional Review Board and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Tracked and monitored the annual review of protocols, protocol modifications, and submission of reports to federal agencies. Monitored the inspection of animal facilities and the review of the Animal Use Program. Provided guidance to principal investigators. Handled initial complaints and concerns involving animal and human subjects research and assisted the committees in investigating and documenting cases of non-compliance. Managed protocol and publication databases. Show less

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  Suny potsdam

  Apr 2006 - Oct 2008

  Director, center for regional research and community education

  Supervised and directed the daily activities of 38 personnel in Center activities focused on community outreach and engagement on the local, regional and statewide levels to include serving as the PI for a federally funded Title I Migrant Education Program Grant. Managed an operating budget of over 6 million dollars in grants and contracts. Ensured compliance with budgetary procedures and internal and external regulatory requirements. Developed marketing and outreach strategies for existing non-credit programs and youth summer camps; organized, marketed and provided logistical support for conferences and special events; identified new programs to meet and serve community needs; investigated and obtained additional funding in the form of grants and contracts; promoted faculty participation and engagement in Center activities; and expanded SUNY Potsdam's mission in public service. Coordinated the submission, review and award of Walker Fellowships. Served as Building Administrator for Van Housen Extension Building which housed Student Health Services, Campus Police, Community Education and Outreach Programs as well as the Potsdam Institute for Applied Research. Provided direct support to and coordination of logistical support for the annual local government conference that hosted over 400 attendees. Show less

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  University of massachusetts boston

  Oct 2008 - Aug 2009

  Research compliance manager

  Provided oversight and management of research compliance issues to ensure compliance with federal regulations, state laws and internal policies and procedures. Acted as the principal point of contact for the research community providing information regarding regulatory compliance issues related to human subjects, animal care and use, biological and radiation safety, scientific integrity, cost policy (time and effort reporting, cost sharing, cost principles) and other compliance requirements (import/export control). Developed a culture of regulatory compliance through training, education, strategic risk assessments, audits and other monitoring processes and provided oversight of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC). Supervised the IRB/IACUC Administrator. Show less

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  Boston university

  Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

  Director of compliance

  Served as Director of Compliance focusing on conflicts of interest and appointed Interim Director of the Charles River Campus (CRC) Institutional Review Board, facilitating the merger of the CRC IRB with that of medical campus under a single FWA. Coordinated, directed and communicated the implementation and progress of the University's compliance programs to include responsible conduct of research, conflicts of interest and export controls. Directed the institution-wide program for the ethical and responsible conduct of research. Proposed changes in response to organizational, legal, and government policies as needed. Served as an information resource on pending regulatory issues. Initiated and facilitated processes for establishing standards for campus compliance programs and identified roles and responsibilities. Worked collaboratively with program representatives to coordinate the utilization of existing campus-wide compliance standards, policies and procedures. Designed and implemented educational programs and information exchanges for shared systems. Developed plan for meeting new NSF and NIH requirements for responsible conduct of research and ensured compliance with federal mandates. Show less

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  Tufts university

  Dec 2010 - Jul 2012

  Manager, metabolic research unit

  Managed the day-to-day administration and operation of the metabolic research unit (MRU) consisting of three unique but interdependent divisions supporting human subject research within the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging. Divisions included volunteer recruitment, dietary, and nursing services. Staffed, provided oversight, training, and professional development of 30 staff members. Prepared and monitored the annual operating budget for the unit and its divisions. Developed a systems driven approach to budget development and management; ensured fiscal management and accountability for two million dollars in division budgets. Identified and implemented process improvement strategies and best practices to support unit goals and objectives. Developed strategic priorities and provided oversight of the units’ administration and operations. Conducted ongoing assessments with respect to matching resources with study demands given variable study volume over time; and worked collaboratively with investigators and other core unit managers to support HNRCA research priorities. Show less

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  Suffolk university

  Jan 2013 - Jul 2014

  Research compliance manager

  Manage a comprehensive research compliance program related to the responsible conduct of research and protection of human subjects. Perform highly complex duties to facilitate the review and approval process of research studies. Administer the privileged and confidential institutional review and approval process of all proposed research activities involving human subjects to protect their safety, rights, and welfare. Serve as a member, with vote, on the Institutional Review Board. Use independent judgment in interpreting and applying relevant federal and state laws, regulations, and institutional policies and guidelines; conduct literature reviews and prepare reports on scientific topics and on regulatory precedent and changes. Provide instruction and guidance to members of the Institutional Review Board and researchers on the regulations and ethical principles essential to the review process; provide advice to faculty, staff, and student researchers on the preparation of applications and consent documents. Conduct initial review of all research protocols, assess levels of risk, and make determinations regarding exempt and non-exempt research. Show less

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  Research compliance associates

  Jun 2013 - now

  President and ceo

  Provide consulting services for research compliance programs. Assist in the planning and implementation of new compliance programs; evaluate effectiveness of current compliance programs through quality assurance assessments; recommend quality and process improvement strategies for existing programs; develop customized educational programs; evaluate and assist in the development of web content; provide ongoing administrative support services for effective program development, implementation, and evaluation designed to mitigate institutional risk. Show less

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  Salem state university

  Sept 2013 - Mar 2017

  Assistant coach, women's ice hockey

  Assist in planning, organizing and executing all aspects of the women’s ice hockey program to include practice planning and implementation, scouting and recruiting, logistics, conflict resolution, academic monitoring, and compliance monitoring. Organize and run practices in the absence of the head coach. Assist in bench management during games and handle video uploads of all home games to Hudl.

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  Newton-wellesley hospital

  Jan 2016 - Aug 2017

  Manager, office of clinical research
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  East carolina university

  Feb 2018 - now

  Director, research integrity and compliance
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  22 saves hockey foundation

  Mar 2020 - now

  Founder and ceo

  1 GOAL. 22 SAVES. Our vision is to heal the invisible wounds of military veterans. The mission of 22 Saves Hockey Foundation is to save lives by providing veterans a therapeutic ice hockey experience, increasing public awareness, educating, and mobilizing community assets to prevent veteran suicides.