Candace Nehlsen
Licensed (CA, TN) Certified Genetic Counselor Specialized in Oncology, Passionate about genomics and precision medicine
- Role
- Hereditary Cancer Liaison, Precision Oncology at Exact Sciences
- Location
- Knoxville, TN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Candace Nehlsen
After practicing as a clinical genetic counselor for over 19 years, I moved to industry…
Experience
Hereditary Cancer Liaison, Precision Oncology
Mar 2025 — Present · US
Expert role on the sales team working in the field to promote the benefits of RiskGuard and the broader precision oncology portfolio-Meet or exceed sales objectives in an assigned geographic area (territory) through field-based call activity/meetings with customers on a regular basis- Demonstrate elevated territory management, planning, and implementation- Demonstrate deep and actionable understanding of competitors and market trends that are impacting customer product utilization- Sell company products or services, developing new accounts and/or proactively expanding existing accounts- Develop and implement a highly strategic and actionable tactical plan to maximize the utilization of our products in the most productive accounts while staying within budget- Provide a high-level of service toward being the best in class for an assay provider- Plan and prioritize sales activities and client contacts to achieve business goals- Analyze client needs and creates sales tools that foster engagement- Build and maintain relationships with present clients and build rapport with potential clients- Generate revenue by developing market potential through forecasting, lead generation, qualification, closing sales- Recommend new products, services, applications, and sales strategies- Update and track client information and correspondence within territory in Veeva CRM- Maintain current industry and sales knowledge and acts upon market dynamics and trends to address client needs- Participate in company sponsored trade shows, national genetic conferences, professional conferences and company sponsored meetings on as needed basis- Provide input to the Clinical Laboratory staff and/or company management regarding test development, client services, operations, and marketing.
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Arts - BA
1994 — 1996
McHenry County College
Associate of Arts - AA
1993 — 1994
California State University, Northridge
Master of Science - MS
1998 — 2000
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