SPDS ERP CVs - DEC 2017

Interim Manager of Analytical Services

2005

Senior Analytical Chemist

2004 to 2005

• Developed the quality system for the chemical and botanical reference standards. • Negotiated vendor contracts for catalog supply and develop consignment contracts for natural product libraries. • Reviewed and approved all technical data pertaining to marketing, such as brochures, technical literature and website information. • Planned and coordinated seminars, shows, educational programs, and publications. • Consulted with customers and clients while coordinating projects for the analytical and isolation departments. • Collaborated with FDA, NIH, ODS, NCCAM, NCNPR, AOAC, USP, AHPA, ABC, AHP, and industry leaders is common. • Extensive knowledge in natural products, including Stevia, Hoodia, Tea, and many more. • Managed up to 15 scientists across three groups. • Served as scientific expert witness in a class-action lawsuit. Adjunct Faculty Member, University of Colorado Denver 2005 to 2008 Masters Research Advisor 2005 to 2008 National Center for Natural Products Research 2001 to 2003 University of Mississippi, Associate Research Scientist Nov. 2002 to 2003 University of Mississippi, Post-Doctoral Research Associate Jan. 2001 to Nov. 2002 • Analytical group leader responsible for method development of a wide range of botanical products. • Developed methods to assess the quality and safety of botanical dietary supplements and herbals in support of FDA, NIH, USDA, AOAC and industry sponsored research projects. • Routine technical reviewer of journal articles prior to submission for publication. Loudon County School District Fall 2000 Substitute Teacher, Loudon County, Virginia 2009 to 2013 Coordinate the analytical group and the procedures for product safety and quality as well as in support of product development. Ensure the methods are fit for purpose and meet the dietary supplement GMP valid testing guidelines. Established ways for working around regulatory approval of labeling and advertising content. Advised on Food and Dietary Supplement regulations while regularly watching the regulatory landscape around the globe in support of the Mars Botanical products. • Council for Responsible Nutrition Board of Directors • AOAC Industry Stakeholder Panel member and Working Group Chair for flavonoid analytical methodologies. • Prepared substantiation documents and coordinated safety documentation. Served as a reviewer for scientific journals (JAOAC, and J of Chrom A). RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Mars Botanical , Germantown, Maryland