Olsen Strategic Consulting
Trusted Program Leadership
Complex, Regulated R&D Environments
Delivering High-Stakes R&D Programs—On Time, Under Control, and Audit-Ready
Company Overview
With 20+ years in biotechnology and regulated research environments, I’ve led and stabilized complex programs supporting government and medical R&D initiatives, including multimillion-dollar portfolios.
DoD-funded program experience
Regulated R&D environments
Cross-functional leadership
I’m known for stepping into high-pressure environments and bringing clarity where there is chaos. My approach is grounded in resilience, adaptability, and disciplined execution—developed over decades of leading complex programs where failure is not an option.
If your program is under pressure, the cost of delay is high.
Let’s fix it before it escalates.
Core Offerings
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Rapid program assessment (timeline, budget, risks)
Identify failure points (governance, stakeholders, execution gaps)
Rebuild execution plan + accountability structure
Stabilize delivery within 30–90 days
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Portfolio prioritization + governance
Executive reporting frameworks
Cross-program dependency management
Budget + resource alignment
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Documentation alignment (SOPs, program records)
Gap assessments against regulatory expectations
Inspection readiness strategy
Risk mitigation planning
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Program architecture (governance, milestones, KPIs)
Risk frameworks
Stakeholder alignment from day one
Scalable execution systems
I step into high-risk programs and restore control, clarity, and delivery.
I bring structure and visibility to complex R&D portfolios so leadership can make confident decisions.
I ensure your programs are not just operational—but defensible under scrutiny
Our Process
Plan with Purpose
Together, we outline a path forward that’s realistic, strategic, and tailored to your specific needs.
Collaborate Openly
You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.
Plan with Purpose
When we deliver, it’s not just a finished product—it’s a solution you can trust, backed by real care and effort.
Plan with Purpose
Every project is different. We stay flexible and responsive to make sure the process fits your flow—not the other way around.
Case Study 1
Program Recovery Recovering a High-Risk DoD-Funded Research Program
Client Problem:
A multimillion-dollar research program was falling behind schedule, with unclear accountability, stakeholder misalignment, and increasing risk to deliverables.
What I Did:
Conducted rapid program assessment across timeline, budget, and governance
Identified critical execution gaps and communication breakdowns
Re-established program structure, roles, and reporting cadence
Implemented risk tracking and mitigation framework
Result:
Reduced timeline slippage by ~40%
Restored stakeholder confidence within 60 days
Brought program back into controlled execution
Portfolio Oversight
Bringing Structure to a Multi-Program R&D Portfolio
Case Study 2
Client Problem:
Leadership lacked visibility across multiple concurrent programs, leading to resource conflicts and reactive decision-making
What I Did:
Designed portfolio-level governance model
Implemented standardized reporting across programs
Created executive dashboards for real-time decision-making
Aligned budget tracking with program priorities
Result:
Improved executive visibility across entire portfolio
Enabled proactive resource allocation
Reduced cross-program conflicts significantly
Case
Study 3
Compliance / Audit Readiness
Preparing a Research Program for Regulatory Scrutiny
Client Problem:
Program documentation and processes were not aligned with regulatory expectations, creating audit risk.
What I Did:
Performed gap analysis on documentation and processes
Standardized program records and compliance workflows
Partnered with stakeholders to close critical gaps quickly
Result:
Achieved audit-ready state under tight timelines
Reduced compliance risk exposure
Increased confidence across leadership and stakeholders
About Me
Experience
My background includes scientific research and leadership of multimillion-dollar R&D programs, including government-funded medical research in highly regulated environments.
I understand the operational, technical, and compliance challenges that can derail complex programs—and how to address them quickly.
Leadership
I step into complex, high-pressure situations, bring order to ambiguity, and help teams regain focus and momentum—without adding unnecessary complexity.
Let’s Talk
If a critical program is off track—or at risk—I can help you quickly regain control and move forward with confidence.
