Heather Maressa
About Heather Maressa
Heather Maressa is the Communications and Change Management Lead for Global Clinical Operations, R&D at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, specializing in GCP and GCCCI initiatives.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Heather Maressa currently holds the position of Communications and Change Management Lead, Global Clinical Operations, R&D at Bristol-Myers Squibb. She is based in New Jersey, United States. In her role, she manages communication vehicles specifically tailored for Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Global Clinical Compliance & Continuous Improvement (GCCCI) initiatives. Heather provides crucial communication support for the Head of Global Clinical Compliance & Continuous Improvement and the GCCCI leadership team, ensuring effective communication strategies within the global clinical operations framework.
Previous Experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Before her current role, Heather Maressa worked as a Communications and Change Management Lead, Information Technology, Consultant at Bristol-Myers Squibb from 2015 to 2018, a position held for three years in New Jersey. She also served as a Senior Internal Communication Analyst, Consultant from 2007 to 2009 at the same company. These roles significantly contributed to her extensive experience in developing strategic communication programs designed to meet diverse stakeholder needs within a global corporation.
Educational Background
Heather Maressa achieved a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Boston University. She also attended The Hun School of Princeton, which laid the foundational skills in her field of expertise. Her academic background supports her proficiency in developing and executing effective communication strategies across multiple platforms and mediums.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Heather Maressa excels in various facets of corporate communications. She specializes in clinical and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) communications, focusing on ensuring compliance and continuous improvement within clinical operations. Her skill set includes divestiture communications, vendor management, proofreading, editing, and social media management. These skills enable her to develop high-quality communication materials and leverage social media platforms to enhance both internal and external communications.
Previous Consulting Roles
Heather Maressa has held several consulting roles across different organizations. She worked as Human Resources Communications Consultant at Tyco in Cork, Munster, Ireland, in 2014 and as a Web Content Writer, Consultant at Educational Testing Service (ETS) in Princeton, New Jersey from 2009 to 2010. These positions provided her with diverse experience in strategic communications across various industries, including global corporations, education, and non-profits.