Nelle Cronen
About Nelle Cronen
Nelle Cronen is an experienced Executive Assistant specializing in Quality Assurance at Nektar Therapeutics, where she has worked since 2019. With a diverse background in administrative support and communications across various companies, she has developed key processes and materials to enhance operational efficiency.
Work at Nektar Therapeutics
Nelle Cronen has been serving as an Executive Assistant in the Quality Assurance department at Nektar Therapeutics since 2019. In this role, she manages the process of shepherding Quality Agreements and Consulting contracts through the Legal and Finance approval process using Matrix. Additionally, she assists in formalizing logistics, communications, and materials for Nektar's Audit and Inspection readiness. Her contributions include developing a comprehensive new hire manager checklist and onboarding reference manual, enhancing the onboarding process for new employees.
Previous Experience
Before joining Nektar Therapeutics, Nelle Cronen held various positions across different organizations. She worked as a Senior Administrative Assistant at Dynavax Technologies from 2015 to 2019, supporting the Chief Scientific Officer and Senior Vice President of Discovery Research. Her earlier roles include serving as a Scientific Communications Specialist at Novartis, a Legal Proofreader at Sidley Austin LLP, and a Staff member in the Corporate Graphics Department at Booz Allen Hamilton. She also has experience in graphic design and editing from her time at Compass Consulting Group, Inc. and KPMG Peat Marwick.
Education and Expertise
Nelle Cronen studied Communications Management at Erasmus University College in Brussels, Belgium, where she achieved an Associate of Arts degree. She also attended California State University, Los Angeles, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in Graphic Arts. Her educational background supports her expertise in administrative support, quality assurance processes, and communications within corporate environments.
Career Timeline
Nelle Cronen's career spans several decades, beginning in the early 1980s. She worked at Sidley Austin LLP as a Legal Proofreader for one year before moving to various roles in graphic design and administration. Notably, she spent eight years as an Administrative Associate II at Novartis and held managerial positions in graphics departments at KPMG Peat Marwick and Watson Wyatt. Her diverse experience includes significant roles in both the corporate and scientific sectors, reflecting her adaptability and skill set.