Marcy Sturgess is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in clinical research finance and management across multiple prestigious institutions. Currently serving as the Program Manager of Finance for the SOCCI Cancer Clinical Trials Office at Cedars-Sinai since August 2011, Marcy has previously held roles including Senior Clinical Research Financial Specialist at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and Senior Research Grant Contract Specialist at Henry Ford Hospital. Marcy's expertise encompasses regulatory compliance, grant management, budget creation and negotiation, and operational support for clinical research initiatives. With a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Michigan State University, Marcy has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing clinical research and ensuring compliance in various medical fields throughout a career spanning over two decades.