Yvette Ferreira
Associate at Xcellerant Ventures
Yvette Ferreira
Associate at Xcellerant Ventures
Wilmington, North Carolina
Overview
Work Experience
COO
2021 - Current
We partner with founders on their journey to bring transformative, innovative products and services to market that solve unmet needs by providing them the resources necessary to build a strong foundation ripe for scaling quickly. I work closely with founders to support their businesses in various operational areas including CRM implementation, identifying appropriate collaboration and productivity tools, vendor management, project management, fundraising preparation, pitch deck development, marketing support, strategy and planning.
Group Fitness Instructor
2017
I am a Group Fitness instructor certified in Barre and Core and Functional Fitness. I enjoy motivating club members through movement to challenge their minds and bodies and achieve their fitness goals.
Associate
2022
Xcellerant Ventures invests in companies transforming healthcare by providing technology solutions that improve quality, access, and delivery of care at lowered costs. I support the deal flow process, identifying companies, screening, evaluating, communicating with founders and portfolio companies, and presenting to Investment Committee. In addition, I project manage Marketing and Operations efforts, developing marketing materials, identifying and collaborating with vendors to support operations, and establishing processes.
Director Sales Operations
2018 - 2021
Enabling sales growth across the Pacific for life science companies. As an extension of US based life sciences companies, I worked with clients to expand their sales presence in the Asia Pacific. I managed client relationships, strategic partners, vendors, communications with sales consultants across select Asia-Pacific markets helping to facilitate regulatory approvals and assist in business development. In addition, I was responsible for identifying and implementing productivity and collaboration tools. I collaborated with vendors to manage projects including, CRM customization, website design, accounting process development, and developing the sales order process.
Strategic Marketing and Partnerships
2016 - 2020
Maintaining relationships with technology partners and identifying opportunities to collaborate. Oversee the planning, developing and implementation of marketing communications to align with strategic corporate objectives. Working closely with team members to identify and develop marketing materials, programs, and communications to increase brand awareness.
Director of Market Development
2008 - 2012
Develop, coordinate and execute various marketing programs and identify areas to grow customer business. Assist in the development of a website designed to provide oncologists with evidence and expertise to provide the best patient care. Manage strategic partner and client relationships by aligning business goals and providing excellent customer service. Manage projects and coordinate with team members to ensure timely execution.
Reimbursement Business Manager
2006 - 2008
Increased patient access to therapeutic agent by providing education and consultation to managing reimbursement challenges Monitored changes and analyzed impact of healthcare industry trends affecting drug reimbursement in 8 states
Oncology Sales Representative
2004 - 2006
Promoted injectable supportive care products to Oncology clinics and hospitals. Consistently achieved 120-130% of quota.
Oncology Sales Representative
2002 - 2004
Promoted chemotherapy and injectable supportive care product to oncologists in physician office and hospital settings. Ranked #1 in Eastern Region for first position product growth in 2003. Ranked in top 10% of national sales team in 2003. Grew $570,000 sales in first position product to $1.28 million in first year. Teal Diamond Award Winner 1st Q 2004 – Selected by District Manager based on teamwork and sales performance. Selected as Business Planning presenter at 1stQ 2004 national meeting - Based on successful business plan execution. 4th Quarter 2003 Convention Attendee -Selected based on sales performance. Selected to Advisory Panel by management- Based on exceptional sales performance and contributions to the team.
Staff Auditor
1999 - 2001
Conducted internal department operational, financial, and controls reviews, and providing recommendations to improve processes and controls. Established business relationships with internal clients and developed understanding of multiple business units.