Marissa (Silvi) Sweetland

Field Director

Marissa began her market research career in 2016 on the healthcare research agency side of the field, having contributed her expertise to several organizations, including BluePrint Research Group, Trinity Life Sciences, and most recently, Basis Health.

Over the years, Marissa has worn many hats and proudly managed 350+ qualitative research studies, each covering unique therapeutic areas, markets, and project scopes. She takes pride in being a “Big Picture Thinker,” possessing a unique ability to visualize how all the intricate components of a project must align seamlessly to ensure its success.

Marissa likes to describe herself as a “flight director” of research field logistics. Just as a flight director orchestrates the intricate details of a mission, she expertly navigates your research endeavors and keeps everything organized. Whether you’re exploring new markets, evaluating therapeutic opportunities, or seeking insights to drive strategic decisions, Marissa is ready to guide your project to success!

Specializing in pharma, Marissa stays up to date on the latest compliance standards and procedures and adheres to all required adverse event reporting, BHBIA, GDPR, and local guidelines.

Marissa earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from Bucknell University, with minors in anthropology and German. This multidisciplinary background has equipped her with a holistic perspective that enriches her approach to healthcare and pharmaceutical market research. She obtained her Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2020, further enhancing her ability to lead and execute research projects with precision and efficiency.

Marissa grew up by the beach in New Jersey and now lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with her partner and two cats, Goose & Rooster. She enjoys all things Philly sports and in her free times loves hand embroidery.

GURU SKILL: FLIGHT DIRECTOR

Marissa likes to describe herself as a “flight director” of research field logistics. Just as a flight director orchestrates the intricate details of a mission, she expertly navigates your research endeavors and keeps everything organized. Whether you’re exploring new markets, evaluating therapeutic opportunities, or seeking insights to drive strategic decisions, Marissa is ready to guide your project to success!