i am: Heather Smalley
(She/Her/Hers)
My Vynamic Color
London Blue
Select functional expertise
Program & Project Management, Clinical Trial Operations, Process Development & Systems Implementation
Favorite professional work experience
I had the opportunity to live abroad in the UK and support training and development following a company acquisition. I managed a larger team of PMs working across multiple time zones and assisted with developing and implementing new processes. On the weekends I explored – traveling around the UK and many other European countries
Education
B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Dance, Drexel University
Past employment
InVentiv Health Clinical, PRA Health Sciences, Blackfynn
My industry passion
I have spent the majority of my career working in clinical research because it has allowed me to directly contribute to advancing new therapies and offer treatment options for patients. I remain committed to being able to work and collaborate on projects that provide access to healthcare and improve quality of life
Music & arts involvement
I have been a dancer since I could walk and enjoy being a part of supporting the performing arts community in Philadelphia. I have been fortunate to work with amazing people and organizations in the city. Specifically, Drexel University’s Department of Performing Arts and The Mann Center for the Performing Arts
I can’t live without
Yoga – I completed my teacher certification in 2019
Unusual past job
I was an adjunct faculty member at Drexel University for 10 years working as the Assistant Director and Producer for the University dance companies
A Philadelphia best kept secret
Okie Dokie Donuts. The menu is entirely gluten free and delicious
My Vynamic color
London Blue – Blue topaz is my birthstone, and the London Blue hue is my favorite. Some ancient traditions believe that wearing the stone can inspire creativity, provide strength or skills for more effective communication
