Landy Lin

About Landy Lin

As a strategic and operational executive with nearly 20 years of experience, I\'ve successfully navigated diverse industries, from financial services to biotech, demonstrating adaptability in both Fortune 200 companies and agile startups.My expertise spans operations, IT, and finance, providing a unique cross-functional perspective. I excel at analyzing complex scenarios from various angles, optimizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams.During my tenure as the first Head of Finance at Project Outlier, I transformed financial operations for a consulting firm, enhancing forecasting accuracy and gross margins. At Whirlpool Corporation, I spearheaded IT Change Management improvements, delivering significant cost savings and operational efficiencies.I\'m equally comfortable in established and startup environments, driving innovation and fostering collaborative, growth-oriented cultures. Outside of work, I\'m an avid traveler and Level 9 Google Local Guide with over 200 million interactions, actively engaged in community contributions.I\'m eager to connect with new professionals and explore opportunities to leverage my skills for positive impact. Let\'s connect and discuss how I can contribute to your organization\'s success.Finance | Operations | Strategic Planning | Financial Planning & Analysis | Executive Presentations | Information Technology | Change Management | Process Improvement | Project Management | Financial Services | Biotech | Pharma | Consumer Goods | Manufacturing | Consulting | Professional Services

Experience

1. Director, Strategic Planning & Projects

   AbbVie

   Apr 2024 — Present · Irvine, CA, US

   Served as Chief of Staff to the VP of Global Regulatory Affairs, Aesthetics, leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration in a regulated, dynamic environment.• Acted as trusted advisor to the VP and liaison across the leadership team; represented executive perspective in operational planning and decision making. • Led planning and facilitation of FDA and health authority engagements, including the Experiential Learning Program and FDA panel, strengthening regulator relationships and positioning for potential expedited approvals. • Spearheaded roadmap tracking and monthly leadership update cycles across 10+ strategic initiatives, increasing visibility and accelerating decision making. • Produced executive presentations and communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders (FDA, ANVISA, DEKRA), strengthening regulatory presence and improving alignment across global teams. • Coordinated leadership development efforts, including training sessions, speaker events, and conference participation, to support team growth and visibility. • Drafted and supported high-visibility business cases, including contractor conversions and organizational proposals, driving executive alignment and operational decisions. • Partnered with Finance and the leadership team to consolidate budget inputs and track franchise-level resources, enhancing financial visibility and planning accuracy. • Managed cross-functional contracting and vendor onboarding for strategic initiatives, ensuring timely activation and compliance with AbbVie policies. • Drove coordination of strategic planning meetings, internal workshops, and People Leader sessions, ensuring message consistency, executive readiness, and follow-through on key deliverables. • Developed and disseminated team communications, including org charts, training calendars, and year-end highlight videos, reinforcing team identity and engagement.

Education

• Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2015 — 2017

• Michigan State University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2017

• UC San Diego

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Financial Services
• Financial Analysis
• Customer Service
• Investments
• Project Management
• Securities
• Process Improvement
• Alternative Investments
• Retirement
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office
• Financial Risk
• Series 63
• Dependable Team Player
• Management
• Analysis
• Finance
• Series 6
• Bilingual-Chinese
• Multi Tasking
• Driving Results
• Consulting
• Operations Management
• Customer Experience
• Exceeding Customer Expectations
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Process Improvement
• Analytical Skills