Shirley L. Paddock started Pharma Sapience with a mission to help life sciences teams get things done - smarter, faster, and with purpose. With decades of hands-on experience in end-to-end drug development, clinical operations, and executive leadership, I step into where you need me most: as a fractional COO, executive chief of staff, or strategic project leader.

​Whether you are launching a product, integrating a new business, or just trying to make sense of your portfolio, Shirley can bring clarity, structure, and momentum. Her work is grounded in collaboration, trust, and a deep understanding of how cross-functional teams thrive. From governance design, creating high performing teams to launch readiness, Shirley will roll up my sleeves and help you move the needle.
Shirley L. Paddock - Professional Summary:
Shirley L. Paddock is a results driven operational leader and trusted executive team member, with a proven ability to influence across all levels of an organization. Shirley brings decades of experience in drug development across all phases, alongside expertise in portfolio management governance, operational leadership, and P&L oversight. Shirley is known for her versatility, strong relationship building skills, and a track record of delivering successful outcomes. In addition, Shirley is an accomplished leader, multi-position player, collaborator, mentor, and communicator with a keen ability to quickly learn and apply new skills.
Leadership Offerings:
  • Cross-functional Operations
  • Fractional Chief Operating Officer
  • Executive Chief of Staff
  • Product and Project Management Leadership
  • Clinical Operations Leadership
  • Project Management Office Leadership
Skills Based Project Offerings:
  • ​Product Development Planning & Life Cycle Management
  • Strategic Business Alliance Management
  • Portfolio Management & Prioritization
  • Insight into Working with Contract Research Organizations
  • Large Scale Process & Capability Integration
  • Business Office Design & Operations
  • Merger & Acquisitions Integration
  • Leading Due Diligence
  • Functional Efficiency Analysis
  • Target Product Profile Development
  • Governance Design & Implementation
  • Launch Readiness Planning
  • Change Management & Organizational Growth
  • Capability Assessments
Education:
- B.S., Purdue University College of Pharmacy, West Lafayette, IN
- MBA, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
- RPh, Registered Pharmacist; Indiana, Florida, and North Carolina​