Listen like friends. Think like strategists. Deliver like clockwork.
The CH1 team brings together diverse perspectives, deep life science expertise, and a shared passion for learning that improves lives. We’re writers and strategists, account and submissions managers, and learning experience designers who genuinely love what we do. We care deeply about our work, our clients, and each other; and that care shows up in every conversation, every draft, and every deadline met.
Managing Director
Cassie is the founder and president of CH1 Consulting, where she brings over two decades of experience in life sciences to lead a high-performing, creative team. She holds a master’s degree in molecular biology and began her career in the pharmaceutical industry before moving into consulting, where she built deep expertise across life sciences marketing, launch excellence, medical affairs, and learning experience design.
Cassie is known for her energetic leadership style, strategic vision, and deep commitment to both team development and client success. Cassie is passionate about building authentic, long-term partnerships, embedding CH1 as an extension of client teams, aligning on strategy, and delivering learning experiences that make a lasting impact. She fosters a culture of growth, candor, inclusion, and innovation, empowering her team to thrive while helping clients move their business forward.
Beyond the bio: Outside of CH1, Cassie is a dedicated supporter of breast cancer research and an avid reader, traveler, concertgoer, and runner.
Learning Engagement
Business Account Director
Mindy is a seasoned healthcare leader whose career has spanned consulting, pharmaceutical sales, and commercial learning and development. Her experience in vaccines and rare diseases sparked a passion for turning complex science into clear, compelling conversations. A pivotal shift from sales to learning strategy allowed her to blend creativity with business impact, designing programs that truly resonate. Today, she leads a team focused on equipping sales professionals with the skills and confidence to thrive in high-stakes healthcare environments. Mindy is known for her sharp communication, collaborative spirit, and ability to make learning both engaging and effective.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Mindy speaks Italian and loves to cook—especially when she can combine both passions into a homemade pasta night.
Quality Assurance
Director of Quality and Learner Experience
Shannon is CH1’s quality and learner-experience champion, ensuring every deliverable meets the highest standards. With nearly 20 years of experience as a writer, editor, and leader, Shannon is a true Jane of All Trades, bringing deep expertise and a learner-first mindset to every project she supports. Applying a sharp eye for detail and a passion for seamless learning journeys, Shannon collaborates with teams to ensure content not only works but works beautifully. Whether it’s fine-tuning visuals, flagging navigation hiccups, or ensuring a clear and effortless learning flow, she brings clarity, creativity, and consistency to elevate the learner experience.
Beyond the bio: Shannon has kept her sourdough starter alive for nearly two years (and no, it doesn’t have a name).
Account Management
Director
As a lead account manager, Beth combines strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the unmatched skill of a Timeline Tetris Grandmaster. With nearly 15 years of experience in project management, she brings deep expertise in building trusted client partnerships, keeping projects on track, and finding creative solutions when things get complicated. And while Beth takes deadlines seriously, she never forgets to add a little humor along the way.
Beyond the bio: Back in junior high and high school, Beth was in a problem-solving club—and her team won the international competition one year. Turns out, her job is the grown-up version of what she was doing for fun as a teen.
Operations and Account Management
Senior Director
With a master’s degree in industrial organizational psychology, Crissy has built her career over 20 years in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, specializing in medical communications and operations. She has partnered with a wide range of clients and teams, bringing deep expertise in strategy, process improvement, and organizational growth before stepping into her current role as director of operations at CH1 Consulting. In this position, she focuses on driving efficiency, supporting growth, and ensuring people and processes thrive.
Beyond the bio: Crissy has somehow made it this far without eating at Taco Bell but has probably bought every product TikTok has ever convinced her she “needed.”
Medical Writing
Senior Director
Meagan leads CH1’s medical writing and scientific strategy team, where she is as focused on growing people as she is on building launch strategies. With a PhD in neuroscience from Emory University and over 15 years in medical communications, she has guided teams through multiple neurology, psychiatry, autoimmune, and other disease state product launches, consistently driving innovation and impact. Her leadership centers on developing people and finding creative ways to bring strategy to life. Recognized for her ability to connect dots between clinical insights and business needs, she ensures CH1’s work is not just accurate, but meaningful.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Meagan stays busy coaching youth softball, golfing, exploring her creative side through painting and drawing, or enjoying a night out with good friends.
Regulatory Submissions
Director
Veeva-obsessed and a true believer in the power of a good SOP, Stephanie leads a team at CH1 that brings clarity and structure to the often-messy MLR process. She applies best practices to get materials submitted, approved, and organized in Veeva Vault, making compliance smoother, faster, and more efficient. While she takes the work seriously, she always ensures there’s a little fun along the way.
Beyond the bio: Stephanie has been hooked on Korean dramas since 2019 and hasn’t watched anything in English since—though she still can’t speak a word of Korean!
Creative and Technology Services
Director
Andrew has spent over a decade developing eLearning experiences, specializing in creating interactive learning modules, video content, and custom-built applications for life science clients. With his work in virtual engagements and LMS solutions, he established a strong foundation in digital learning solutions and technical innovation.
Andrew leads the creative and development team at CH1 where his work focuses on leveraging emerging technologies—such as conversational AI, augmented and virtual reality, and custom e-learning applications—to deliver innovative solutions for clients. By combining creativity with technical expertise, Andrew drives forward-thinking strategies that enhance engagement and transform learning experiences.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Andrew has a passion for “sick” electronic music, cats, and super nerdy home automation projects.
Medical Writing
Director
A fan of evidence-based medicine and clear writing, Amber has more than 20 years of experience in medical writing, science communication, and learning strategy. Her professional journey began in a laboratory studying oncology genetics and has expanded to include rare disease and several other therapeutic areas. Amber has spent her career collaborating with clients to drive impact and advance a shared vision for engaging audiences. At CH1, she is inspired every day by the commitment, enthusiasm, and straight-up smarts of her fellow colleagues.
Beyond the bio: Of the three letters of recommendation Amber obtained in order to apply to graduate school, two of the letter writers were subsequently arrested. For allegations unrelated to the contents of the letters, of course.
Regulatory Submissions
Associate Manager
Kristi is a proud member of the CH1 submissions team, where she continuously pushes knowledge boundaries and acquires new skills (she loves Veeva Vault!). Kristi is extremely process-driven, ensuring SOPs are followed, deliverables meet deadlines, and tasks are effectively communicated. Her program and change management expertise allows her to think of new ways to approach challenging issues and support the optimization of CH1’s submissions processes to meet client needs.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Kristi travels with her family to support her kids’ avid love of sports, visits her daughter at college, and enjoys spending time out with her friends.
Account Management
Senior Manager
Jen brings nearly 20 years of marketing and project management expertise to her role at CH1. Over the course of her career, she has developed a talent for problem-solving, building strong relationships, and driving collaboration. Now, as a senior account manager at CH1, Jen takes pride in ensuring projects move smoothly from kickoff to completion. She is known for her approachable style, clear communication, and commitment to creating positive experiences and measurable results for her clients.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Jen is a mom of two boys, a competitive board game enthusiast, and a firm believer that coffee deserves its own food group.
Regulatory Submissions
Manager
Laurie supports clients with both global and US submissions, guiding teams through smooth and compliant review processes. She specializes in managing large DSE documents with extensive referencing, applying structure and precision to complex deliverables. With a reputation for accuracy, attention to detail, and strong tracking of historical workflows, Laurie ensures teams remain organized, efficient, and confident in their submissions.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Laurie enjoys crafting and loves spending time watching her boys shine—whether they’re performing in band or playing baseball.
Creative and Technology Services
Senior Manager
Claudio is a seasoned multimedia designer and producer with over 20 years of experience creating e-learning solutions, videos, and interactive training for the medical, financial, and corporate sectors. He has focused on medical and compliance training, developing digital learning modules and multimedia assets for top pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions, and global corporations.
At CH1, Claudio’s capabilities span video production, motion graphics, 3D animation, and eLearning platforms such as Storyline and Captivate. His portfolio showcases a unique ability to bring complex subjects to life through compelling digital experiences.
Beyond the bio: Outside of CH1, Claudio dabbles in independent documentary production, reflecting his passion for storytelling and education.
Medical Writing
Manager
Amanda is a seasoned medical writer with a strong foundation in biomedical research and science communication. With over a decade of experience spanning academic research and medical communications, she has developed compelling, scientifically accurate content across diverse therapeutic areas. She delights in the collaborative work of transforming complex, often “dry” biomedical information into vibrant learning experiences that captivate and inform.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Amanda enjoys trail running and hiking, playing the ukulele, and getting creative in the kitchen.
Medical Writing
Senior Manager
Allie earned her PhD in neuroscience from the University of Cincinnati, after which she dove head-first into the world of medical writing. She enjoys translating complex scientific and clinical information into engaging and memorable learning experiences, whether it’s a module, video, podcast, or workshop! She especially appreciates the opportunity to bring patient stories to life, reminding learners that there are real faces behind the data.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Allie is an avid tennis and volleyball player and cat lover.
Creative and Technology Services
Associate Director
Xue has spent 15 years turning ideas into design, starting with animation at ad agencies, moving into digital campaigns at a PR firm, and later creating marketing magic at LinkedIn. These days, Xue has found a sweet spot in pharmaceutical training, mixing creativity with precision to make learning materials look cooler. At CH1, Xue creates custom graphics, designs e-learning layouts, and brings workshops to life, always with a sharp eye for detail. The team counts on Xue for work that’s polished, on point, and a little more refined every time.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Xue is the happiest on a beach holiday or deep in a true crime podcast.
Quality Assurance
Senior Manager
With a keen eye for detail and a serious love of clean copy, Emily makes sure that every element she edits is clear, correct, and ready for the learning experience. Deeply drawn to the power of language, she’s built a career spanning both editing and human services, two fields where strong communication makes a lasting impact.
Beyond the bio: When not editing, you’ll likely find Emily quietly noticing punctuation in the wild—and imagining a world where she could adopt (or at least hug) every pit bull she meets.
Medical Writing
Senior Manager
Nancy earned her PharmD from the University of Texas at Austin College of Pharmacy and has since built a career in the medical communications industry. Over the years, she has developed expertise in translating complex scientific and clinical concepts into clear, engaging content tailored to diverse audiences. Her experience spans multiple formats, including e-learning modules, training programs, podcasts, and scientific publications that help drive learning and engagement.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Nancy is a Pilates enthusiast, enjoys trying new restaurants, and loves to travel.
Creative and Technology Services
Manager
Catherine is a trained medical illustrator with a master’s degree in medical illustration, grounded in anatomy, visual communication, and scientific storytelling. Having studied abroad, she brings a global perspective that enriches her approach to design, creating visuals that resonate across diverse audiences and learning contexts.
She combines technical expertise with creative design to craft illustrations, infographics, and visual assets that bring CH1’s learning experiences to life, whether in e-learning, simulations, or interactive content, ensuring information connects and sticks. By blending clarity, precision, and storytelling, Catherine makes complex ideas accessible, enhances learning, and leaves a lasting impact.
Beyond the bio: Based in Amsterdam, Catherine embraces the Dutch saying, “Een broodje gezond is niet altijd gezond” (“a healthy sandwich isn’t always healthy”)—a reminder that clear visuals are often more nourishing than a block of text.
Regulatory Submissions
Associate Manager
Ever since receiving her MFA in poetry from BGSU, Rose has brought creativity to problem solving, along with a naturally cheerful disposition. Rose strives to circumvent delays, create movement, and counter setbacks in Veeva while maintaining quality work and clear communication. Having experience in teaching and regulatory editing, she brings a diverse background and knowledge base, providing clients with a range of solutions to ensure they feel secure in their workflow.
Beyond the bio: Rose loves single-origin coffees.
Creative and Technology Services
Manager
With 15 years of experience designing training solutions for both digital and print platforms, Yanna brings a design approach that is modern and clean, with a focus on making information clear, practical, and easy for learners to apply. Her main body of work includes e-learning development, visual design, and interface layout.
Guided by Steve Krug’s principle, “Don’t make me think,” Yanna believes the best learning experiences should feel effortless and intuitive. She enjoys finding fresh ways to make training more engaging and effective by exploring new technologies and design trends.
Beyond the bio: Yanna whips up all kinds of sourdough treats, including crusty bread, fluffy waffles, and crêpes.
Learning Engagement
Senior Manager
The best learning experiences don’t just inform, they stick. After spending over 20 years as a learning professional, Perrin has made a career out of a passion for turning complex concepts into clear memorable lessons, often using the art of storytelling. Give her your most complicated learning challenges and she will offer an empathetic approach that blends creativity, strategy, and a touch of humor to design learning experiences that people connect with.
Beyond the bio: As a fun fact, Perrin gets storytelling ideas from books, of course! Last year, she read 70 books and was part of two book clubs—but honestly, when they meet, they mostly gab while enjoying an adult beverage.
Learning Engagement
Manager
Rebecca began her career teaching writing at a community college, sparking her passion for creating impactful learning experiences. After five years in clinical medicine publishing, she transitioned from New York to Chicago and shifted into pharmaceutical marketing. Following seven years and roles at three agencies, she discovered her true professional calling—training. At CH1, she crafts learning experiences that are not only engaging and actionable but deeply attuned to what learners need. Whether designing training activities or thinking through how content connects to behavior change, Rebecca always keeps the learner at the center.
Beyond the bio: When she isn’t flexing her instructional design skills, Rebecca collects vinyl records, a passion that started during her time at the Chicago Independent Radio Project (CHIRP), where she wrote a blog about music and beer (“Music and Malt”).
Learning Engagement
Senior Manager
Michelle is a self-proclaimed resident geek who believes the best learning happens when amazing stories meet real-world experience. With 14 years as a nurse under her belt, she brings a unique patient-centric perspective to curriculum development, transforming complex concepts into engaging learning adventures. Michelle is passionate about creating educational experiences that do not just inform—they inspire and stick with learners long after the lesson ends. She approaches every learning partnership with the belief that when we grow together, we go farther together.
Beyond the bio: Outside of work, Michelle is happiest crocheting, tending her 60+ houseplants, gardening, hiking, and doting on her two cats. She loves getting lost in a good book, diving into video games, and discovering new travel destinations—and sneaking in even more houseplants.
Account Management
Manager
Joe has over seven years of project management experience, including three years specializing in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. Known for his ability to juggle competing priorities, manage complex schedules and budgets, and build strong client relationships, Joe thrives in fast-paced environments where precision meets creativity. He is energized by a good challenge and never turns down a lively brainstorming session to get the ideas flowing. Whether navigating strategic initiatives or sparking fresh thinking, Joe brings a sharp mind and collaborative spirit to every project.
Beyond the bio: When his number is called, Joe doesn’t mind lending his former radio voice to a voiceover project or two—just another way he keeps things interesting.
Quality Assurance
Associate Manager
Cara brings sharp attention to detail and a clear, professional communication style to her work. She applies her background in librarianship to support consistency, accuracy, and quality, using strong editing skills to elevate content. Her contributions help ensure that every piece is polished and impactful.
Beyond the bio: Cara enjoys making electronic music with a synthesizer, a hobby inspired by her love for the iconic sounds of the ’80s and ’90s!
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