Heather Erickson

Summary

Accomplished leader successful in structuring and scaling life science organizations. Leverages strategy and operations expertise in entrepreneurial environments. Establishes and executes both short- and long-term plans and generates organizational alignment. Excellent communication at all levels of the enterprise, addresses complex problems with innovative solutions, and builds a quality-focused, high-performing culture. Global accountability leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization. ⮚ Strategic Leadership – Develops and implements strategic plans at the board and executive levels to guide business, financial, and human capital decisions. ⮚ Operational Excellence – Performs data-driven decision making, evidenced by results, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. ⮚ People Leadership – Proven ability to build high-performing teams by attracting and developing diverse and inclusive leaders who know how to consistently deliver results. ⮚ Critical Business Infrastructure – Leads resource planning and establishes tools to manage operational complexity across numerous technical and business processes and physical sites. ⮚ Cross-functional Team Development – Builds and develops talent, fostering shared goals and achievements across diverse functions and geographies (including resources contributing remotely). ⮚ Organizational Transformation – Leads teams to embrace cultural changes with purpose and urgency.