Kayla brings a combination of clinical care and research business development experience, supporting sponsors and CROs across community-based clinical research environments. As part of the business development team at Hawthorne Health, she supports sponsor engagement and study opportunities focused on expanding patient access and improving operational execution.

Prior to Hawthorne, Kayla held business development roles at Profound Research and Atlantic Research Group, where she supported clinical trial growth across community-based site networks. Her background also includes direct patient care experience as a clinical nurse at UVA Health and Augusta Health Care for Women, providing a practical understanding of patient engagement and healthcare delivery within clinical settings.