Aisling Visionary Leadership Collective

Kristine Vlahos Gagne leads at the intersection of strategy, execution, and enterprise systems, translating strategic intent into durable operational reality. She is accountable for performance, implementation, and the structures that enable transformation to scale and stabilize. Her work centers on aligning cross‑functional teams, platforms, and decision‑making models so strategy moves beyond intention and into sustained operation. She builds the systems that support execution: operating models, performance frameworks, process architecture, and implementation pathways, and has led major initiatives through launch, stabilization, and continuous improvement. Her experience spans enterprise, transformation, and advisory roles, enabling her to work across industries without being limited to a single function.

Jennifer Lopez (BS, CSSWB) - Chief Media & Technology Officer

Jennifer Lopez is a hands-on professional with expertise in regulatory compliance, project management, and leadership development. She has delivered operational solutions for major industry organizations through troubleshooting and cross‑functional collaboration. As Supervisor of Animal Operations, she leads staff development, improves vivarium processes, and ensures efficient, compliant operations while meeting project deadlines. She is also Co‑Founder of Aisling Visionary Leadership Collective, focusing on strategy, efficiency, and customer success. With experience in regulatory submissions, quality assurance, and technical operations, she is committed to continuous improvement. Jennifer holds certifications in Business Management, Lean Six Sigma, and Project Management.

Heather Piper (LAT, DiSC Facilitator) - Chief Executive Officer

Heather Piper is a seasoned professional in training facilitation, curriculum development, and process improvement. With experience in life sciences, research, and manufacturing, she has led the design of training programs, improved processes, and applied advanced problem‑solving methods. As a certified facilitator in Design Thinking, Dynamic Work Design, and DiSC, she develops effective learning materials, mentors teams, and drives continuous improvement. Her background in operations, stakeholder engagement, and USDA, GLP, FDA, and DEA compliance has supported her success in multiple leadership roles. She is recognized for innovation, collaboration, and future‑state thinking, earning awards for process and team improvement.