Lesley White, Msw
About Lesley White, Msw
Lesley White, MSW, is the Associate Director of Patient Engagement, Corporate Affairs at Alkermes in Waltham, MA, with over a decade of experience in mental health and medical conditions.
Title
Lesley White, MSW, currently holds the position of Associate Director, Patient Engagement, Corporate Affairs at Alkermes. She has extensive experience in engaging with patients and coordinating corporate affairs, reflecting her dedication to supporting individuals with serious mental health or complex medical conditions.
Company
Lesley White is associated with Alkermes, a biopharmaceutical company in Waltham, MA. In her current role as Associate Director, Patient Engagement, Corporate Affairs, she actively contributes to patient engagement strategies and collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure patient needs are accurately represented.
Professional Experience
Lesley has a diverse professional background. She served as Manager, Patient Engagement, Corporate Affairs at Alkermes from 2018 to 2021 before being promoted to her current role. Prior to Alkermes, she was a Career Counselor at MGH Aspire, a Clinical Social Work Intern at Boston Children's Hospital and Edward Devotion School, and an Administrative Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital's Psychiatry Academy.
Education and Expertise
Lesley White earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Boston University between 2013 and 2015, focusing on Clinical Social Work. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology with a minor in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Studies from the University of New Hampshire, achieved from 2007 to 2011. Her academic foundation supports her expertise in working with individuals facing serious mental health challenges.
Skills and Competencies
Lesley possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, and she thrives on collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Her experience spans non-profit, healthcare, and industry settings, reflecting her ability to adapt and excel in various professional environments.