Lesley Slade
About Lesley Slade
Lesley Slade is the Senior Manager of Strategy, Planning, and Business Development at NYU Langone Health, with a background in healthcare and life sciences advisory, consulting, and healthcare administration.
Current Role at NYU Langone Health
Lesley Slade is currently the Senior Manager of Strategy, Planning, and Business Development at NYU Langone Health. She has held this position since 2021. In this role, she oversees strategic initiatives, supports business planning, and aids in the development of the organization's business strategies. Her experience and expertise in healthcare strategy play a crucial role in guiding NYU Langone Health's future directions.
Previous Position at NYU Langone Health
Before becoming the Senior Manager of Strategy, Planning, and Business Development, Lesley worked as a Project Manager in the same department at NYU Langone Health from 2019 to 2021. For these 2 years, she was involved in managing various strategic projects, ensuring they aligned with the overall business development goals of the healthcare institution.
Experience at KPMG US
Lesley Slade worked at KPMG US as a Senior Associate in the Healthcare and Life Sciences Advisory from 2015 to 2019. During her tenure of 4 years, she provided advisory services to clients in the healthcare sector, helping them improve operations, manage risks, and develop strategies for growth. Her insights and recommendations were crucial for the clients she served.
Consultant Role at Polaris Management Partners
Lesley served as a Consultant at Polaris Management Partners from 2013 to 2015. Over these 2 years, she specialized in healthcare management consulting, offering expertise in project management and strategic planning. Her contributions helped various healthcare organizations streamline their operations and achieve measurable improvements.
Early Career at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
From 2011 to 2013, Lesley was the Physician Office Assistant II at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. In this role, she performed administrative duties and supported the medical staff, contributing to the efficiency of the clinical operations. This position marked the beginning of her career in the healthcare industry.
Education and Academic Background
Lesley Slade holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from NYU, which she completed from 2011 to 2013. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Policy Analysis and Management from Cornell University, studying from 2007 to 2011. Her academic background laid a strong foundation for her career in healthcare strategy and management.