Marlene Garcia Swider, PhD

Marlene Garcia Swider, PhD, worked at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for 32 years as an investigator, reviewer, and scientist for biotechnology drugs. She also was quality manager and public affairs specialist for the FDA working with Congress. After retiring from the FDA, she started her own consulting firm, Biotech Online, as a trainer and consultant for customized regulatory affairs and quality courses for industry. She also enjoys teaching management, leadership, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs at local universities at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Other passions of hers include biking, dancing, cooking, gardening, community service, and coordination of events for the community.