Cristen Gardner

Cristen Gardner, PMP, serves as a Senior Program Manager at Tolmar since November 2022, leading complex cross-functional drug development programs from late-stage development to product launch. Prior to this role, Cristen was a Program Manager at Invitae, managing IVD projects and improving verification and validation timelines by 25%. Earlier experience includes positions at ICON Specialty Labs, where Cristen facilitated the implementation of lab tests and clinical trials, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, providing support for molecular analysis systems. Cristen’s career began at Luminex Corporation, focusing on the development of diagnostic platforms. Educational background includes a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering from Rice University.