Colleen (Conlon) Ellwanger
About Colleen (Conlon) Ellwanger
Colleen (Conlon) Ellwanger is the Senior Vice President of the Program and Project Management Office (PMO) at Alkermes, with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
Title and Current Role
Colleen (Conlon) Ellwanger is the Senior Vice President of the Program and Project Management Office (PMO) at Alkermes. She operates from Waltham, Massachusetts, United States. Since February 2022, she has been instrumental in leading the PMO, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring the successful execution of various projects across the organization.
Professional Background at Alkermes
Colleen has an extensive career at Alkermes, spanning over 18 years. She began her journey with the company in 2000 and has since held various roles of increasing importance within the R&D and project management departments. Some of her past roles at Alkermes include Head of Project Management, Associate Director, Director of Project Management, and Vice President, R&D Integration and Program Management. Her experience showcases a deep understanding of the company's operations and culture.
Project Management Expertise
Colleen Ellwanger has more than 20 years of experience in program and project management within the pharmaceutical industry. She has consistently demonstrated a strong background in project management, having led multiple teams and managed complex projects effectively. Her roles at Alkermes have included leading the integration of R&D projects and ensuring seamless project execution.
Education
Colleen Ellwanger earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where she studied from 1996 to 2000. This educational background laid a strong foundation for her career in project management and leadership roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
Notable Contributions
Throughout her career at Alkermes, Colleen has played key roles in several initiatives beyond her primary responsibilities. She is the executive sponsor of Limitless, an Employee Resource Group for employees impacted by disability or illness. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in establishing Alkermes’ employee volunteerism program, Alkermes in Action, demonstrating her commitment to fostering a supportive and engaged workplace community.