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Amy’s career in the industry began at Parke-Davis / Pfizer in the 1990s, where she quickly made her mark, diving into countless protocols across a range of roles. Her journey has been anything but ordinary—she’s stepped up to tackle everything from FDA Sponsor Audits to rescuing Trial Master Files and untangling complex clinical trial data. Outside of work, Amy is a passionate traveler, with a particular love for Europe, and can effortlessly belt out the lyrics to any Taylor Swift song (try her)! She also believes Lake Michigan is one of the world’s best-kept secrets—quietly stunning and endlessly serene. Amy and her husband, Jim, live in what she believes is the best college town in America (Ann Arbor, of course), and she enjoys the simple pleasure of walking to the Blue Parachute offices each day.
Watching Blue Parachute grow over the past 18 months has been one of her most rewarding experiences—proof of how the right combination of passion, experience, and timing can lead to something truly special!
Diana is a seasoned professional in Clinical Research with over 25 years of experience in both monitoring and clinical operations. Her expertise in ICH and GCP guidelines, combined with her experience in Clinical Monitoring, makes her highly skilled in both Monitoring and Vendor Oversight. She is also proficient and knowledgeable in Trial Master File management. Her expertise and leadership extend to her role as a Project Manager for Blue Parachute, where she drives quality and project excellence.
In her downtime, Diana channels her inner artist with hobbies like painting, floral arranging, and gardening—though her plants sometimes disagree with her creative direction. She’s also a devoted sports mom, known for her spirited cheers at baseball and volleyball games (and for possibly scaring the umpire once or twice).
With a solid foundation in basic science research, Lauren thrives on applying her analytical expertise to tackle complex, science-driven challenges. She has an exceptional talent for swiftly understanding the heart of a problem and devising the most effective path to a solution. As a collaborative team player, Lauren stands out as a thoughtful listener and an active contributor, fostering synergy in every project she undertakes. Beyond her professional pursuits, Lauren embraces life as a multipotentialite, exploring diverse hobbies and passions ranging from fitness to woodworking.
Precision, expertise, and dedication define Meg’s work as a clinical operations consultant at Blue Parachute. With strengths in site management, TMF rescue and organization, document development, and process improvements, she ensures every clinical trial story is a success. With a passion for efficiency and a knack for identifying gaps and trends, Meg is committed to delivering high-quality results. Off the clock, you’ll find her sprinting through life (literally, she runs), cherishing family moments, and taking her feline friends on a walk through the woods.
Kelli’s career in the pharmaceutical industry started in 1998 at Parke Davis as a data manager. Over the years she has worked at various pharma and biotech companies both large and small, on the CRO side as well as the sponsor side. Other experience includes clinical study operations manager and CRA roles. Most recently, Kelli has started consulting with Blue Parachute. Kelli has a son who attends Michigan State University and one who is a senior in high school. Kelli and her husband enjoy watching her high school senior play football and baseball. Other interests include travelling with most recent vacation to Belize over Thanksgiving and reading.
Robin is a highly accomplished and top-performing clinical operations expert with nearly 30 years of success in leading all aspects of clinical operations, including outsourcing management, risk mitigation, budget/resource management, process/system improvement, and strategic planning. She excels in managing Phase 1-4 clinical research programs and has expertise in CNS, diabetes, gastroenterology, oncology, women’s health, inflammation/pain, cardiovascular disease, ophthalmology, autoimmune conditions, and rare/orphan diseases. Robin leverages her leadership, technical, and communication skills to achieve client corporate objectives. Personally, she cherishes the “simple things in life”—spending quality time with her husband, three children, family, and close friends.
With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and clinical research industries, Deb has built a diverse career spanning nursing, clinical trial management, and sponsor oversight. Beginning as a Registered Nurse (RN), Deb transitioned into the research field at Parke-Davis/Pfizer’s Phase 1 clinic, where she gained invaluable experience in clinical monitoring and trial coordination. Over the years, she has held various roles across clinical trial management, sponsor oversight, and process optimization.
Driven by a passion for process and quality improvement, Deb is committed to enhancing clinical research practices to deliver the highest standards of care, safety, and efficiency. Deb’s broad expertise allows her to navigate complex clinical trials with a focus on maintaining rigorous protocols while ensuring smooth and effective operations.
Outside of work, Deb enjoys an active lifestyle, particularly outdoor activities like hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and beach walks. She also loves playing soccer with her energetic and competitive Labrador.
Kristen is a seasoned clinical research professional with over 25 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical operations. Passionate about advancing medical knowledge, she plays a vital role at Blue Parachute, where she focuses on business development, monitoring, and project management to drive impactful research initiatives.
In addition to her extensive career, Kristen is a dedicated mental health advocate, serving as President of MJRF, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth mental health and suicide prevention. Her leadership allows her to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals and their families.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Kristen enjoys spending quality time with her husband and three sons. She loves engaging in various activities, including hockey, pickleball, and taking walks with her beloved dog, Lila.
Marti is an experienced clinical pharmacist and pharmacotherapy specialist with over 20 years of experience in inpatient pharmacy settings. While her expertise lies in optimizing medication therapy in complex medical conditions, she has traded white coats for spreadsheets here at Blue Parachute. Today you can find her leveraging her organizational skills and attention to detail in supporting our CEO and wonderful team of contractors. Outside the office Marti is busy gardening, planning adventures, hanging out with her husband, or playing with her spunky dog, Darla.
Julie Anne supports the Blue Parachute team by managing a variety of projects and administrative tasks, helping ensure the smooth operation of the office and providing valuable assistance to the team of consultants working with CEO Amy Longcore. With a background in Education and Psychology from Michigan State University, Julie Anne brings over 30 years of experience in teaching, mentoring, leadership, and talent management. Her exceptional organizational skills are a key asset to the team.
In addition to her professional expertise, Julie Anne is certified in Mental Health First Aid and has held her lifeguard certification for over 40 years. Outside of work, Julie Anne enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her family, especially her beloved granddaughter.
Sarah’s career has been quite a ride with lots of interesting twists and turns – from Cardiovascular Acute Care Nurse to Critical Care Nurse Educator to Clinical Study Coordinator to Data Scientist to Clinical Research Scientist to Regulatory Submission Contributor to Medical Consultant to Clinical Data Reviewer across a vast range of therapeutic areas! Her passion has always been data integrity. When not focusing on data integrity, Sarah loves to travel. She caught the “travel bug” at a young age when she lived in France at age 5 and in Afghanistan at age 11.
Jim has been a practicing emergency medicine physician for over 25 years and brings his immense clinical experience to Blue Parachute. He is a former Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar and has experience in medical monitoring, data reviews, and clinical oversight. He is an avid golfer and although has never had a hole-in-one, he’s eagled the first hole at St Andrews’ Old Course.
Scott’s career has primarily focused on direct patient care as a physician assistant in emergency medicine. His path has led him from working with underserved patients in inner city Flint to rural health care to the academic tertiary center that is Michigan Medicine at the University of Michigan. He has spent the last 20 years at Michigan Medicine in the Department of Emergency Medicine. He enjoys the fast-paced environment and the complex patient population he has the privilege to provide care for. He enjoys working with students and improving communication across job families.
Scott’s passion is his family, friends, and spiritual life. He enjoys the outdoors and traveling anywhere there is clean, pure air and beautiful scenery. A good meal, pleasing music, and invigorating conversation are his top enjoyments. He is excited to be part of the Blue Parachute team and can’t wait to see what the future holds .
Doreen is a clinical trial professional with over 30 years of extensive experience in all aspects of the Research and Development industry, including study management in multiple therapeutic/study phase areas. She has worked on Phase I – III clinical trials from inception to completion. Her core strengths include clinical trial planning and oversight, regulatory requirements/FDA audits, clinical data analysis, TMF, and risk based monitoring operations. Aside from work, she loves to garden, read historical fiction books, volunteer and this summer she checked off one of her bucket list goals; she was able to see the Northern Lights from her house in CT due to a ‘solar storm’.
Laurel is a highly skilled clinical development and operations professional with over 20 years of experience. She excels in functional area oversight, clinical study/program management, and monitoring/site management. Laurel has a proven track record in leading Phase I to IV clinical trials across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including first-in-human studies, ADME, drug-drug interaction, bioequivalence, QTc, and pharmacokinetic studies. With a strong global perspective, she has successfully managed studies in North America, South America, Europe, and Australia.
Andrew is a Pharmacotherapy Certified Pharmacist with specialized advanced practice residency training in a variety of areas including drug information, formulary management, investigational drug studies, medical writing, and medication-use safety. His clinical experience and participation in pharmaceutical studies as a front-line pharmacist allows for a unique perspective when reviewing data, protocols, and other study documents for Blue Parachute clients. In his free time, Andrew enjoys traveling with his friends and family; he has visited all 50 states and is always looking for a new adventure for as the famous philosopher Albus Dumbledore said, “it does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.”
David has been a practicing Physician Assistant (PA) for the past 12 years’ time with experience in emergency medicine, critical care, internal medicine, and surgical patient care. He has worked as a consultant for quality assurance in chart/data audits for a private group prior to joining the team at Blue Parachute. He is uber excited to be a part of the Blue Parachute team and helping with clinical trial data review.
Anne is a seasoned project management professional with a proven track record of delivering successful projects across the clinical and corporate sectors. With over 15 years of experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every challenge. Anne is adept at leading diverse teams, fostering strong client relationships, and optimizing processes to drive efficiency and innovation. Her ability to think strategically, anticipate potential roadblocks, and adapt to changing circumstances makes her a valuable asset to Blue Parachute and all the clients we serve.
For Colleen, protocols are puzzles. Her clinical research career has broken protocols apart in various ways from source documents to patient pipelines to budgets. She has worked on marketing, SOPs, MOPs and contracts for two R01 multi-site studies. She is adept at identifying institutional barriers. It takes at least one dedicated PI or a strong study coordinator needed to shepherd a study to success. After 20 years of various academic research roles, she joined a CRO as a clinical research associate. Most nights home she can be found curled up on the couch with her sweetheart, Patrick, and hound dog, Taco.
Lynne boasts over 30 years of extensive experience in regulated clinical research, spanning from medical devices to pharmaceuticals. Her expertise encompasses inspection readiness, trial master file maintenance, and project management. Outside of her professional endeavors, Lynne enjoys seeking out the best haunted houses during the Halloween season, adding a touch of adventure to her life.
Shellie has been passionately supporting clients for over 25 years, finding immense joy in discovering the perfect solutions for their needs. Her journey began with her first client, Parke-Davis in Ann Arbor, MI, where she started by providing clinical research resources. Over the years, she has expanded her expertise to operationalize clinical trials and offer comprehensive service solutions in Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, and Medical Information.
Raised in an athletic environment, playing on sports teams, Shellie served as an Athletic Trainer for Grand Valley State University during her college years. This background instilled in her a mindset of teamwork, excellence, and a drive for success, naturally leading her to a thriving career in Business Development.
Growing up in Michigan, Shellie developed a deep love for nature and the Great Lakes—salt-free, of course! She has supported clients across North America, always appreciating the unique beauty of each region she visits.
Connecting with Blue Parachute is a unique experience, offering a sense of trust built on a rich history of quality delivery. Shellie is proud to be part of a team that values excellence and client satisfaction above all.
Isabelle is a highly skilled clinical scientist/clinician with over 20 years of experience in the design, conduct and reporting of Phase 1 through 4 clinical trials across several therapeutic areas, with small molecules, biologics and medical devices. Passionate about data quality, attention to detail, and ensuring scientific integrity of deliverables, she is an independent worker who partners effectively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver quality clinical trials. Her expertise includes study outlines, study design, protocols, informed consent documents, safety narratives, potentially important clinical deviations, safety monitoring, expert review of clinical data and documents, data summarization and clinical study reports. She takes great joy in being part of a team of highly productive individuals coming together to bring better treatments to patients.
When not at work, Isabelle is a passionate birder and bird-photographer, and attends as many of her singer-songwriter daughter’s shows as she can.