Ray Forslund

UNIQUE VALUE PROPOSITION ► I deliver solid results in pharmaceutical development, bolstered by expertise leading Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research & Development efforts at industry leading drug and biotechnology companies. ► My success is driven by my ability to build and lead highly effective R&D teams engaged in the clinical development of drug candidates, activities in support of IND applications, and transfer of technologies to CMOs. SUMMARY ► Engaging Pharmaceutical Development executive possessing a winning blend of subject matter expertise, research, product development, and executive leadership acumen. Natural skills in fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to produce exemplary results, via hands-on involvement and cross-functional delegation. ► Leverages a unique mix of visionary, strategic, technical, operations and analytical expertise, consistently exceeding performance goals by aligning talents and effort with organizational objectives. An influential leader who creates immediate impact, produces results and fuels positive outcomes. LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS ★ Member of the senior leadership team helping to guide the overall strategic vision of the company. ★ Responsible for building a customer-centric project management function which will work cross-functionally and across internal and external teams to ensure that client expectations are met on time and within budget. ★ Collaborates effectively with large and diverse client base. ★ Responsible for introducing innovations that captured gains in efficiency, productivity, and operational effectiveness, such as the cloud based information sharing. ☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲☲ Specialties: Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research & Development, small molecules and peptides; CMC Regulatory Strategy & Submissions; Drug Delivery Devices; Business Development; CRO and CMO outsourcing; QA; Project Management