Abeer Gharaibeh, M.D., Ph.D. is the Executive Director of Insight Research Institute at INSIGHT. Dr. Gharaibeh attained a Doctor of Medicine from Jordan University of Science and Technology, received a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Central Michigan University and completed a Postgraduate Medical Education with focus on clinical research and drug development at Harvard Medical School….

Adam Penna has been in clinical research for over 8 years. He has a background in finance and corporate law and has previously worked with a US healthcare access non-profit. Adam is presently an Associate Director, Clinical Operations at Merck overseeing teams of Regulatory and Financial Clinical Operations Managers who work with clinical trial sites…

Adam Penna has been in clinical research for over 9 years. He has a background in finance and corporate law and has previously worked with a US healthcare access non-profit. Adam is presently an Associate Director, Clinical Operations at Merck overseeing a team of Clinical Operations Managers who work with clinical trials sites to negotiate…

Adam Kinsey is currently Associate Vice President and Regional Head of North America for Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) at Merck Research Laboratories (a division of Merck & Co., Inc.; Rahway, NJ). He has over 27 years of clinical research experience, with the last 9.5 at Merck. He has been a key leader within GCTO,…

Addison Gumbert is an omnichannel marketer with more than 10 years of experience across industries. She joined Aspen Insights and Cedar Health Research over two years ago as the head of Marketing & Communications for both organizations. Working with a SaaS healthtech company and an independent clinical research site network simultaneously has given her a…

Adrelia Allen is Executive Director of Clinical Trial Patient Diversity in Merck Research Laboratories. Adrelia brings more than 25 years of experience in clinical research and clinical operations execution across multiple therapeutic areas. She joined Merck as a Sales Representative and then moved into the role of Clinical Research Associate (CRA). Following her work as…

As the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Clinibase, I bring a wealth of experience and a strategic vision to drive operational excellence and innovation within the clinical trials sector. With a strong background in managing complex projects, optimizing processes, and leading high-performing teams, I am dedicated to ensuring that Clinibase remains at the forefront of…

Adrianpulls on his 18 years of Clinical experience across roles including Registered Nurse, Clinical Research Coordinator, Project & portfolio management and people management to support the implementation of robust Site Adoption & Optimization of the DCT/Tech elements provided by Illingworth research Group, a Syneos Health Company. Adrian views each site as an individual and works…

Agata has been working in the clinical research industry for over 20 years having served in delivery and leadership positions in Pfizer, IQVIA and Labcorp. She has led project delivery, start-up, regulatory and clinical operations in clinical trials, and is passionate about leveraging technology to streamline processes and expanding geographic diversity to deliver equitable healthcare…

Alana Cormack is an experienced Clinical Research professional with extensive local and global Project Management experience. As an Associate Director – CRA Manager she leads a team of CRAs across Australia and sits on the ANZ Leadership Team. She is a passionate advocate for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Clinical Trials and firmly believes we…

Alexandra Gerritsen is the Founder and CEO of UniTriTeam, a consultancy that provides technology-driven support for clinical research sites across the country. With over 20 years of experience in technology and operations within highly regulated sectors like clinical research, Alexandra specializes in helping sites streamline operations, integrate advanced technologies, and scale efficiently. Before founding UniTriTeam,…

Alexandria Clark, MBA, BSE, CCRC, is the Co-Founder of One of a Kind Clinical Research Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. With a foundation as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), Alexandria has cultivated extensive expertise in managing and executing clinical trials across diverse therapeutic areas. After completing her training as a CCRC, Alexandria co-founded her own…

Alicia Staley serves as vice president of Patient Engagement at Medidata. She oversees the Patient Insights Program and the Patient Insights Board. She works to infuse the patient perspective throughout the product development lifecycle and help engage patients in novel ways.

Alicia Staley serves as vice president of Patient Engagement at Medidata. She oversees the Patient Insights Program and the Patient Insights Board. She works to infuse the patient perspective throughout the product development lifecycle and help engage patients in novel ways.

Alicia Staley serves as vice president of Patient Engagement at Medidata. She oversees the Patient Insights Program and the Patient Insights Board. She works to infuse the patient perspective throughout the product development lifecycle and help engage patients in novel ways.

Alison Ivey is the Associate Director for Administration and Chief Administrative Officer for the UF Health Cancer Center. In this role, she oversees administrative and business operations, including clinical research, grants administration, finance, facilities, and affiliate partnerships. Alison plays a key role in maintaining the center’s NCI designation and contributes to strategic planning and policy…

Alison Liddy, Senior Vice President at IQVIA for Patient and Site Centric Solutions, thrives on variety and challenge. With a career spanning over 20 years in the healthcare and life sciences industry, she excels in overseeing large global teams, P&L management, revenue growth, and C-Suite Relationship Management. Alison’s expertise extends to Digital & Change Transformation…

Allyson Small is Chief Operating Officer of the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS). With nearly 20 years of experience working in the healthcare industry, Small joined the SCRS team in 2013. She plays an integral role in strategic growth, developing key partnerships, and increasing global membership by 80%. Small also oversees all development and…

Allyson Small is Chief Operating Officer of the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS). With nearly 20 years of experience working in the healthcare industry, Small joined the SCRS team in 2013. She plays an integral role in strategic growth, developing key partnerships, and increasing global membership by 80%. Small also oversees all development and…

Allyson Small is Chief Operating Officer of the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS). With nearly 20 years of experience working in the healthcare industry, Small joined the SCRS team in 2013. She plays an integral role in strategic growth, developing key partnerships, and increasing global membership by 80%. Small also oversees all development and…

Allyson Small is Chief Operating Officer of the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS). With nearly 20 years of experience working in the healthcare industry, Small joined the SCRS team in 2013. She plays an integral role in strategic growth, developing key partnerships, and increasing global membership by 80%. Small also oversees all development and…

Almenia is the Senior Director of Global Feasibility and Site Engagement at Allucent, a CRO supporting small and medium-sized biotech companies with clinical research, regulatory, and biostatistical expertise. With over 25 years of experience, she has led numerous projects integrating healthcare and technology, such as EHR2EDC. Almenia’s specialties include site selection strategy, investigator identification, and…

Almenia is the Senior Director of Global Feasibility and Site Engagement at Allucent, a CRO supporting small and medium-sized biotech companies with clinical research, regulatory, and biostatistical expertise. With over 25 years of experience, she has led numerous projects integrating healthcare and technology, such as EHR2EDC. Almenia’s specialties include site selection strategy, investigator identification, and…

Almenia is the Senior Director of Global Feasibility and Site Engagement at Allucent, a CRO supporting small and medium-sized biotech companies with clinical research, regulatory, and biostatistical expertise. With over 25 years of experience, she has led numerous projects integrating healthcare and technology, such as EHR2EDC. Almenia’s specialties include site selection strategy, investigator identification, and…

Almenia is the Senior Director of Global Feasibility and Site Engagement at Allucent, a CRO supporting small and medium-sized biotech companies with clinical research, regulatory, and biostatistical expertise. With over 25 years of experience, she has led numerous projects integrating healthcare and technology, such as EHR2EDC. Almenia’s specialties include site selection strategy, investigator identification, and…

Alpa Khushalani is a dedicated rare disease mom and patient advocate committed to breaking barriers in patient access and accelerating drug development. As Vice President of Customer Success & Delivery at Gooseberry Research, she leverages her firsthand experience with clinical trials to lead a team that designs and implements decentralized clinical trial services. Her work…

Amanda has 17 years of experience in clinical research joining the Takeda Patient Recruitment & Retention team in August of 2019. Prior to her tenure with Takeda, she worked for several patient recruitment and retention agencies where she partnered with Sponsors, CROs and sites to design and implement multi-channel PR&R campaigns to meet the specialized…

As Director, eCOA Services Solutions at Suvoda, Amanda brings more than 10 years of experience working in client services. Prior to joining Suvoda, she held positions at other service providers and CROs. Her experience spans across science and consulting, operations, product development, and technical implementation. With her extensive experience in decentralized trials, Amanda also serves…

Amy Henderson, head of clinical operations at Paradigm Clinical Research, brings over 15 years of clinical and operational experience. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes, she has been instrumental in driving operational excellence and expanding Paradigm’s capabilities since August 2022. In this role, Amy provides direct leadership and mentorship to staff, designs and implements clinical operations…

Amy Jenkins joined Eli Lilly & Company in 2004 with over 12 years of clinical experience as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and now has more than 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry. Throughout her tenure, Amy has held various roles in medical and investigator engagement, including Clinical Development Liaison and Medical Science Liaison, significantly…

Amy M. Overby is the Senior Director of the Clinical Trials Office at Winship Cancer Institute, the only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Georgia. She joined Winship, Emory University in 2020 and is responsible for providing expertise and strategic direction to all aspects of cancer specific clinical research supported by the Winship Clinical Trials Office…

Dr. André Mansinho has a diverse range of work experience in the medical field. André started his career as a General Resident at Centro Hospitalar Lisboa Ocidental in 2012. André then went on to complete an Oncology Residency at Centro Hospitalar Lisboa Norte, EPE from 2013 to 2017. During this time, he also served as…

Andrea Bastek, PhD, is VP of Innovation at Florence Healthcare. Her team works to drive transformation in the eClinical industry in order to improve the site experience and the collaboration between sites and Sponsors/CROs. Prior to Florence she spent 15 years supporting sites running cardiac medical device studies working with and leading a unique sponsor…

Dr. Andrea Curry graduated from Hillcrest High School in 2000 and Christian Brothers University in 2005. She is a two-time honors graduate of Walden University. She obtained her Master of Healthcare Administration in 2014 and her Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services in 2018. As a subject matter expert, Dr. Curry works full-time at West…

Dr. Andrea Curry graduated from Hillcrest High School in 2000 and Christian Brothers University in 2005. She is a two-time honors graduate of Walden University. She obtained her Master of Healthcare Administration in 2014 and her Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services in 2018. As a subject matter expert, Dr. Curry works full-time at West…

With over 20 years of expertise in clinical oncology, neurosurgery-oncology, neuro-oncology, translational medicine, and healthcare administration, Dr. Andres Álvarez Pinzon is a proven leader in groundbreaking research, including CAR-T cell therapy. His experience includes managing multidisciplinary teams and excelling in strategic planning, clinical operations, innovation, and international collaborations. Dr. Álvarez Pinzon is deeply committed to…

Andrés has 19 years of experience in the eCOA industry and currently serves as Vice President, eCOA Solutions Strategy at Suvoda, where he leads the company’s product and commercial strategy for eCOA. Since stepping into this role in January 2024, he has been focused on driving innovation and aligning Suvoda’s solutions with the evolving needs…

Dr. Alvarez is an innovative physician-scientist with over 20 years of experience in clinical research administration, translational medicine, oncology, neuroscience, healthcare administration, and academia. He is recognized for leading high-impact clinical trials, securing competitive grants, and building strategic partnerships across pharma, biotech, and academic institutions. Passionate about advancing translational medicine, clinical studies, bioethics, and AI-driven…

Anders Lindquist is a Senior Manager in Research Site Enablement in the field of Clinical Research (18 years). He has a Masters in Clinical Research Administration from Eastern Michigan University, has obtained ACRP certification as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator, and has a strong interest in current technology trends. At Labcorp, he has a special…

Professor Andrew Ustianowski is the interim National Executive Director for the Research Delivery Network (RDN), National Institute for Health & Care Research (NIHR) – which recruits around 1 million participants into over 6000 studies across England each year. He is also a consultant physician and clinical researcher in Infectious Diseases at the Regional Infectious Diseases…

A graduate of the Medical University of Warsaw, she has been a dedicated professional in the clinical research industry since 1998. Her career has seen her advance through various roles including People Manager and Associate Director in Clinical Operations Dep. Since 2005 she joined PPD Thermo Fisher Scientific. In this role, she oversees the training,…

Angel Akinbinu is the Senior Director of Clinical Trial Diversity at Syneos Health, where she leads the strategy development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical trials. Prior to joining Syneos, she worked in both CROs and large pharma, creating and executing patient recruitment and retention strategies, later transitioning to work focused on…

Angel Akinbinu is the Senior Director of Clinical Trial Diversity at Syneos Health, where she leads the strategy development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical trials. Prior to joining Syneos, she worked in both CROs and large pharma, creating and executing patient recruitment and retention strategies, later transitioning to work focused on…

Angel Akinbinu is the Director of Site and Patient Diversity at Syneos Health, where she leads the strategy development and implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical trials. Prior to joining Syneos, she worked in both CROs and large pharma, creating and executing patient recruitment and retention strategies, later transitioning to work focused on…

Angel Pettitt is the EVP Business Operations at Clinical.ly, providing technological solutions for the clinical research industry. Over the past decade, Angel has prioritized building customer relationships, ensuring their voices are heard, meeting their needs and providing superior support.

Ângela Papa is an experienced professional in the pharmaceutical industry with a PharmD degree from the University of Lisbon and an International Master’s Degree in Humanitarian Medicine and Public Health from the University Miguel Hernández. She has worked in various roles in pharmaceutical companies and the CRO PPD, where she has gained extensive experience in…

Angela Fritsche is the Enterprise Administrator for Clinical Research at the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center (MCCCC) and has over 20 years of experience in academic medical centers and higher education research institutions.  She joined the MCCCC 6 years ago as the operations manager for the Cancer Clinical Trials Office at the location in Rochester…

Prior to joining Parexel as Senior Director, Site Alliance, Therapeutic Networks, Angela was a Senior Director of a global site relationship programme for a large CRO for 5 years. Angela has extensive experience across, feasibility, proposals, and budgets. During this time, she led the development of relationships, integrated new process, and reorganised her departments resulting…

With extensive experience in global site relationship development and operations and specializing in organization, feasibility, proposal, and budget building, Angela is an expert at driving patient recruitment and identifying future research opportunities. She also brings deep oncology sales and marketing experience to identifying potential new market segments and leading oncology product sales teams. She finished…

Anna Fehr is the co-owner and CEO of operations at One of a Kind Clinical Research Center. With a research Career spanning over a decade, she oversees the daily operations of the research centers focusing on logistics, ALCOA practices, GCP adherence, patient care, regulatory compliance, trial startup, and provider engagement. Anna holds a bachelor’s degree…

Anna Fehr is the multi-site co-owner and CEO of operations at One of a Kind Clinical Research Center. With a research Career spanning over a decade, she oversees the daily operations of the research centers focusing on logistics, ALCOA practices, GCP adherence, patient care, regulatory compliance, trial startup, and provider engagement. Anna holds a bachelor’s…

Anna Titkova, MD, PhD, Professor Assoc., MBA, International Operations Director Pratia, Country Head Ukraine Anna graduated from Kharkiv National Medical University and works here as a researcher and lecturer. She has a PhD, Master of Medical and Educational Sciences, MBA, completed an internship at Harvard and Yale Universities, and is a qualified international lecturer and…

Anna Titkova, MD, PhD, Professor Assoc., MBA, International Operations Director Pratia, Country Head Ukraine Anna graduated from Kharkiv National Medical University and works here as a researcher and lecturer. She has a PhD, Master of Medical and Educational Sciences, MBA, completed an internship at Harvard and Yale Universities, and is a qualified international lecturer and…

Anne Bosworth, MHI has over a decade of experience in in the clinical research industry in roles ranging from microbiology research, site-based oncology clinical trial management, sponsor site management and decentralized capability development across all therapeutic areas. In her current role with the Investigator Engagement team at Eli Lilly & Company, Anne is focused on…

Anne-Marie Baughn has been with Rx Trials for over 25 years. Anne-Marie has been Director of Business Development for Rx Trials for the past 23 years. She is primarily responsible for developing and identifying clinical research opportunities and marketing Rx Trial’s clinical research sites to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations. Previously, Anne-Marie…

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, I am an accomplished Clinical Operations Leader that has worked in academia and leading pharma/biotech companies to support the coordination of global clinical studies focusing on oncology and genetics research. By using my expertise in Business Development, my goal is to be a key liaison in order to…

April has over 18 years’ experience in clinical research, working in a myriad of roles including medical writing, TMF Services, Clinical Operations, Global Study Start-Up, Drug Development, and Business Development, and Site Services. April has been responsible for leading global teams, implementing key initiatives, the development of study proposals, participating in bid defense meetings, and…

April has over 18 years’ experience in clinical research, working in a myriad of roles including Medical Writing, TMF Services, Clinical Operations, Global Study Start-Up, Business Development, Global Site Relationships, and Site Services. April has been responsible for leading global teams, implementing key initiatives for site relationships and study start-up. Bringing life-changing care options to…

April has over 18 years’ experience in clinical research, working in a myriad of roles including medical writing, TMF Services, Clinical Operations, Global Study Start-Up, Drug Development, and Business Development, and Site Services. April has been responsible for leading global teams, implementing key initiatives, the development of study proposals, participating in bid defense meetings, and…

Arianne brings over 20 years clinical research experience from Phase I, II, III and IV studies in both medical devices and pharmaceutical industries with responsibilities spanning all aspects of clinical research from feasibility, protocol development, study start up, monitoring, study management and medical writing. Roles have included operational and leadership positions including Clinical Affairs Manager,…

Arpeeneh Adamian is the Senior Director of Tax at Greenphire, the global leader in financial lifecycle management solutions for clinical trials. With over 15 years of experience in corporate taxation, international tax strategy, and regulatory compliance, Arpeeneh brings deep expertise at the intersection of financial operations and clinical research. In her role at Greenphire, Arpeeneh…

Ash Clarke is the Director of Research Operations at Grampians Health and a dedicated advocate for research and clinical trials in regional and rural communities. Her experience working in research management across the research institute, academic, and public sectors for more than 15 years has provided her with firsthand insight into the complexities and challenges…

With a passion for identifying and mentoring talent and teams while creating complex strategies and processes to scale, Ashley has shepherded initiatives in oncology clinical operations, patient recruitment, clinical trials education and community outreach, study startup, and PI scientific engagement. For the last decade, she led the Strategic Partnerships group at Sarah Cannon Research Institute…

Ashley Moultrie is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience driving health equity through clinical research. As Director of DEI & Community Engagement, Ashley is responsible for leadership and oversight of Javara’s commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion practices internally, in the industry, and in the communities we serve. She works with…

Ashley Moultrie is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience driving health equity through clinical research. As Associate Director of Clinical Trial Diversity (CTD) at Syneos Health, Ashley supports CTD leadership on strategic direction and partnership building to increase clinical trial participation for those with historically marginalized identities. A strong advocate for social…

Ashley Moultrie is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience driving health equity through clinical research. As Associate Director of Clinical Trial Diversity (CTD) at Syneos Health, Ashley supports CTD leadership on strategic direction and partnership building to increase clinical trial participation for those with historically marginalized identities. A strong advocate for social…

As the Senior Product Director of eCOA at YPrime, Aubrey Verna leads the development and strategic direction of electronic Clinical Outcome Assessment (eCOA) solutions. With over 11 years of expertise in clinical trials and digital health, Aubrey leverages a background in product management to drive innovation and enhance the user experience for YPrime’s eCOA platform….

Dr. Escobedo-Escotto holds a medical degree with a minor in Surgery from Guatemala. She received a master’s degree in public health from the Milken Institute at George Washington University. She has dedicated her last 10 years to conduct clinical research in the most underserved communities in Washington DC. Her proficiency in English, French, and Spanish…

Dr. Escobedo-Escotto holds a medical degree with a minor in Surgery from Guatemala. She received a master’s degree in public health from the Milken Institute at George Washington University. She has dedicated her last 10 years to conduct clinical research in the most underserved communities in Washington DC. Her proficiency in English, French, and Spanish…

Aunna Nakazawa is a Vice President of Customer Success who has worn many hats at OneStudyTeam since joining in 2019. She has worked on the implementation of StudyTeam across hundreds of trials, dozens of sponsor partners, and the adoption by 10,000 sites and counting across the globe. She led the expansion of StudyTeam to 110+…

Aurelie Desgardin started her education in France where she earned a bioengineering degree in Food and Pharmaceutical Industry. After completing a BSc(Hons) in Applied Biology in the UK, she enrolled in a PhD program that allowed to complete her research in Molecular Biology in the US. First at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Aurelie joined…

With over two decades of medical experience and a distinguished track record as an investigator in more than 40 commercially sponsored clinical trials, Barney founded Optimal Clinical Trials in 2013. He earned his medical degree from Otago Medical School in 2002 and has practiced in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Australia. In addition to…

Beau Bruneau stands at the forefront of the intersection between technology, people, and process, leveraging his expertise to drive innovation within clinical trial technology. As a Senior Innovations Business Analyst at Florence Healthcare, Beau has dedicated over three years to transforming the landscape of clinical trial technology through strategic innovation and improved collaboration of sites,…

Bella Tukuafu Johnson is the Founder and CEO of Kalo Clinical Research, a company dedicated to increasing access to clinical trials for historically underrepresented populations. A Pacific Islander born and raised in Hawaii with 13 siblings, Bella’s diverse background shapes her deep commitment to health equity. Her father is Tongan, and her mother is White,…

Bernice Ofori is an experienced clinical data manager with over five years of expertise in overseeing oncology clinical trial databases, enhancing patient engagement, and advancing equitable representation in clinical research. At Northwestern Medicine, Bernice works closely with multidisciplinary teams to improve clinical trial processes by studying the health disparities faced by minorities in prostate cancer,…

Betsy Moclair, RN, CCRC, MBA is the Senior Director of Clinical Research Programs in Neurosurgery at North Shore University Hospital. She develops, implements, and oversees all research programs, including sponsor and federally funded clinical trials, investigator-initiated trials, specimen collection research, and retrospective and prospective chart reviews. Betsy began her career as a registered nurse in…

Bogdan Sandica, a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in clinical research, specializing in early-phase studies. As a Senior Trial Optimization Manager at ARENSIA Exploratory Medicine, Bogdan collaborates closely with Sponsors, CROs, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and the delivery of high-quality data outcomes.

Seasoned Clinical Research Professional with 20+ years of diverse experience spanning large pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), and biotechnology firms. Adept at leading cross-functional, global studies across various phases of drug development and therapeutic areas. Broad Clinical Trials Management Expertise: – Extensive background in managing Phase I, II, and III clinical trials across a…

With over 20 years of experience in the clinical research field I have a Masters degree in clinical research organization and management. I spent the first 7 years of my career in a phase 1 unit and as a Study Participant Recruitment and Admissions manager. I have worked in start-up department at Fortrea for the…

Brandon has over 25 years of experience in clinical research at site, CRO, and sponsor levels. Currently, he splits his time at Takeda as an Associate Director Study Site Engagement Lead and Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials. Brandon is the acting Chair for the SCRS DSAT tool.

Brandon has over 25 years of experience in clinical research at site, CRO, and sponsor levels. Currently, he splits his time at Takeda as an Associate Director Study Site Engagement Lead and Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials. Brandon is the acting Chair for the SCRS DSAT tool.

Brandon has over 10 years of business development experience across multiple industries and has been with FOMAT Medical Research for over 2 years. In his current role, he plays a key part in driving growth and strategic partnerships.

Brian Burkhardt is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Oliver Patch Project (OPP). His path to founding OPP has been shaped by a variety of creative endeavors, all leading to his current mission. In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Brian’s son, Oliver, was diagnosed with Leukemia. Faced with the uncertainty of his…

Over the past 19 years with CNS Healthcare, I have worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator, Site Administrator, Director of Marketing, Clinical Development Liaison and Director of Contracts & Trial Management. These various roles have given me the opportunity to interact closely with patients, physicians, and study teams, and have allowed me to gain experience…

Brian Burkhardt is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Oliver Patch Project (OPP). His path to founding OPP has been shaped by a variety of creative endeavors, all leading to his current mission. In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Brian’s son, Oliver, was diagnosed with Leukemia. Faced with the uncertainty of his…

Over the past 19 years with CNS Healthcare, I have worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator, Site Administrator, Director of Marketing, Clinical Development Liaison and Director of Contracts & Trial Management. These various roles have given me the opportunity to interact closely with patients, physicians, and study teams, and have allowed me to gain experience…

Bridie brings 22 years of experience in healthcare, including 14 years in clinical research. Most recently, she served as Associate Director and Recruitment Strategist at Pfizer, and previously held the role of Head of Sites at Future Meds. Throughout her career, she has overseen more than 100 clinical trials, including several global and European first…

With her clinical research career beginning in 2016, Brittany has worked to strengthen and develop relationships with industry partners as well as company sites to ensure collaboration between the two for the betterment of research. First beginning with IACT Health to later be renamed Centricity Research, Brittany has experience with smaller site networks as well…

I am a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and Clinical Research Diversity Director with five years of experience in the clinical research field. I am deeply passionate about championing diversity in all aspects of clinical research. Recognizing the critical importance of diverse representation, I advocate for research that includes participants from all segments of society,…

Carla Gomes has over 25 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs and currently serves as the Head of the Regulatory Sciences Department at PPD, Thermo Fisher. Her extensive experience spans various sectors, including pharmaceutical companies (Galenic Institute, Iberfar Group, OM Pharma), competent authorities (EMA, INFARMED, Pharmaceutical Society), distribution and logistics (Movianto, Celesio Group), and CRO…

Carla Sheppard is a dynamic and high-energy Digital Marketer, currently serving as the Director of Recruitment, Digital Marketing, and Referral Management at Gilead Sciences, a leading biopharmaceutical company. With a proven track record in product management, customer experience, and digital health solutions, Carla excels in driving digital transformations across large organizations. Her innovative approach combines…

Over 28 years of experience in the drug development industry ranging from the pre-clinical sector through late stage clinical space. This includes senior executive management roles for large and small, private and publicly held entities, as well as domestic and international companies.

Carlos Orantes is the founding CEO of Alcanza Clinical Research. With 30+ years in life sciences, his expertise spans executive leadership, operational management, and process improvement. He has held key executive roles at Accelerated Enrollment Solutions, Meridien Research/Amplify Clinical, Accel Clinical, Frontage Laboratories, and other notable organizations. Carlos holds an MBA and a BS in…

Carlos Orantes, CEO of Alcanza Clinical Research, has over 30 years in life sciences with expertise in leadership and operations. He held roles at Accelerated Enrollment Solutions, Meridien Research, Accel Clinical, and Frontage Labs. Carlos has an MBA, a BS in Biology, and is a Six Sigma Blackbelt.

General Manager – MRN Site and Patient Services, Medical Research Network Before joining MRN, Caroline worked in the public sector for 15 years supporting research in hospitals and the primary care setting as well as providing support to research academics by writing funding applications, making submissions to regulatory authorities and running a large portfolio of…

Carolyn Stewart has been the Business and Operations Manager of the Melbourne Children’s Trials Centre (MCTC) since its launch in 2014. MCTC is a collaboration between The Royal Children’s Hospital, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, and the University of Melbourne which brings together a variety of support for all types of paediatric clinical research including trials….

Carrie Smith, R.N. began her oncology career in 1998 as an oncology nurse at Gabrail Cancer Center. The following year she realized that access to clinical trials should be the preferred standard of care for all cancer patients. Carrie was instrumental in building a comprehensive clinical trial unit at Gabrail Cancer Center. Starting from scratch…

Casey is a Nashville, TN native who has been working in the clinical trials space for over 16 years with experience leading trials from proof of concept through post marketing in Oncology and vaccine development. After spending 13 years in site level leadership at Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center and Sarah Cannon she moved to a…

With nearly 25 years of experience in the research site space, Casey has a long and exemplary career history in pharmaceutical research site services including serving as past President of the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), a global organization representing nearly 10,000 clinical research sites in 47 countries within the pharmaceutical industry. Casey began…

Cassie Kendrew is an experienced healthcare executive with a strong background in clinical research and healthcare delivery. As Chief Operating Officer at EMS Healthcare, Cassie leads the execution of clinical and commercial initiatives, ensuring the successful delivery of decentralised trials and mobile research solutions that improve patient access and engagement. With over a decade of…

Catee began her career in clinical research as a Physician Assistant acting as a Sub Investigator in Viral hepatitis clinical trials at Metropolitan Liver Disease/Gastroenterology Center in Fairfax, VA. Catee joined Duke in 2006 and has held several positions including Clinical Trials Manager, Lead CRA, Research Practice Manager, and the Director of Clinical Research Financial…

Catherine Blackwell is the Community Engagement and Partnerships Lead at Syneos Health. She is a Registered Nurse with an MBA in Health Administration with 25 plus years in the Pharmaceutical and CRO Industry as well as the Patient Advocacy space where she was the Chief Health Equity Officer for the Allergy & Asthma Network responsible…

Catherine Gregor is a transformational leader and business advisor with close to two decades of experience in clinical research. She currently serves as the Chief Clinical Trial Officer for Florence Healthcare, a software company focused on connecting sponsors and sites worldwide. Catherine is a subject matter expert and key opinion leader on patient-centric, decentralized and…

Catherine Gregor is a transformational leader and business advisor with close to two decades of experience in clinical research. She currently serves as the Chief Clinical Trial Officer for Florence Healthcare, a software company focused on connecting sponsors and sites worldwide. Catherine is a subject matter expert and key opinion leader on patient-centric, decentralized and…

Cecile González-Cerimele has spent over three decades in the pharmaceutical industry in roles spanning discovery research, new product planning, and late-phase drug development, including the COVID-19 antibody program. In her most recent role, her focus is on developing strategies for increasing awareness, education, and accessibility of clinical trials to underrepresented patient populations in the U.S….

Chad Adams has more than 25 years working in healthcare operational management of which 20 years have been in research. His experience, combined with a broad background of operational management in healthcare administration, with specific training and experience in integrating technology that address gaps for barriers to successful portfolio performance of clinical trials. Mr. Adams…

Chantelle Courtnay is a dynamic IT leader with a proven track record in delivering secure, high-impact technology solutions across the healthcare, research, government, and entertainment sectors. At Akesa Group—a global pharmaceutical procurement and logistics company—she specialises in the management and delivery of technology initiatives that unlock operational efficiency and enhance data security, delivering value across…

Charlie Small is pleased bring his expertise in clinical trial services and integrated site networks to the 2024 Global Site Solutions Summit. Charlie Small joined Segal Trials in January of 2024, where he oversees strategic operations, business development, and site start-up across their network of privately-owned research sites in South Florida. Prior to transitioning into…

Cheryl-Ann Hawkins is the Chief Executive Officer at Veritus Research. She has enjoyed working in many leadership positions in Clinical Trials and Oncology in a career spanning 30 years. Cheryl-Ann has in that time, had the opportunity to develop multiple clinical trial facilities and build clinical teams to ensure successful businesses. Having the right people…

Chin Weerappuli serves as Vice President of Provider Development at IgniteData, where he leads the company’s global site network strategy. In this role, he works closely with academic medical centers and research institutions to drive adoption of IgniteData’s EHR-to-EDC solution, Archer, enabling seamless data transfer for clinical research. Prior to joining IgniteData, Chin spent nearly…

Chloe holds a PhD in Bioengineering and a BSc in Pharmacology from the University of Southampton. Her career in clinical research began as a European Clinical Trial Manager at a Global Pharmaceutical company later moving into Global Trial Management (IQVIA FSP to Novartis) where she was later chosen to spearhead the newly created department in…

Chris Hoyle founded Elite Research Network in 2004 after working at a dedicated research site for 3 years where he was involved in all aspects of investigator site management, including patient recruitment, budgets and contracts, and business development. Since that time, Chris has been responsible for leading the direction and growth of the company. Chris…

Chris Komelasky is the CEO and Co-founder of SiteBridge Research. Chris has extensive experience as a management consultant and healthcare executive in the areas of strategy, operations, data analytics, commercialization, and business transformation in Pharmaceutical and CRO organizations. Chris was previously the Executive Director of PPD’s Site and Patient Access group driving the innovation agenda…

Christina Brennan, MD has devoted her career to clinical research and currently serves as Northwell Health’s senior vice president for clinical research. Committed to the advancement of science and medicine, Dr. Brennan has more than 23 years of research experience, including over 19 years in management and leadership roles. She is on the board of…

Christina joined the AES Site network, part of ThermoFisher Scientific as a Principal Investigator after specialising in Intensive Care Medicine and Anaesthesiology. She went on to lead over 60 Phase III-IV studies in a broad range of Therapeutic Areas, including Vaccines, Cardiometabolic disease, Gastroenterology, Dermatology and Pain, before moving to Medical leadership. She now oversees…

Chris Bamford has a PhD in molecular oncology and over 20 years of experience working in clinical trial regulatory affairs. He has represented the IQVIA Regulatory Affairs team in EMA Stakeholder groups relating to the development of the EU Clinical Trial Information System (CTIS) since 2014, contributing from the perspective of both Sponsors and CROs…

Christy Karakos is a seasoned research professional with over 20 years in the medical field and 15 years of clinical research experience. She currently serves as the Senior Director of Quality Control at Velocity Clinical Research, where she leads quality initiatives, ensures regulatory compliance, and develops strategies to enhance clinical trial execution across multiple sites….

Christine Senn, PhD has worked in clinical research since 2005, starting as a Coordinator at the University of Vermont College of Medicine then for 16 years at Centricity Research, a site network with more than 40 clinical research sites in the U.S. and Canada. There, she was actively engaged in everything related to change management:…

Dr Claire Sears joined EMS Healthcare in May 2024, as Head of Business Transformation. Claire has extensive experience from her 20 years in Clinical Research and Technology across multiple companies, including, THREAD, IQVIA, DrugDev and AstraZeneca, covering roles in Strategy & Partnerships, Site Identification and Feasibility, and Medical Affairs. Based in the UK, Claire has…

Claire completed a MSc in Neuroscience, a PhD in Neuropharmacology and has more than 10 years of clinical and pre-clinical research experience. Claire has worked extensively in clinical trial coordination and management of Phase I-IV trials in various therapeutic areas in the UK and Australia, developing strong industry partnerships and business acumen. Claire has a…

Clara holds a Bachelor of Biotechnology and has over 10 years’ experience in the Pharma, Clinical Research Organisation (CRO) and not-for-profit sector. As the Budget and Contracts Manager at Cancer Trials Australia (CTA), Clara overseas a dedicated team of Budget and Contracts Specialists who manage CTA’s serviced clinical research sites’ clinical trial budget and contract…

Clare Campbell-Cooper joined Fortrea in February 2020 and serves as its Global Head of Digital Health and Innovation. Clare has over 25 years of industry experience and is a recognized leader within the field of digital health. Clare has a wealth of experience encompassing many disciplines within clinical research and has held management positions within…

Dr. Grace is the CEO of EMS Healthcare, a unique and flexible Community Health Network which supports the delivery of clinical research and population health services and enables the provision of medical solutions deep within the heart of our communities. With a PhD in Molecular Oncology and over 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical…

Dr. Grace is the CEO of EMS Healthcare, a unique and flexible Community Health Network which supports the delivery of clinical research and population health services and enables the provision of medical solutions deep within the heart of our communities. With a PhD in Molecular Oncology and over 20 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical…

Started career in Clinical Research in 1989 with Glaxo and worked as a CRA, Project Manager and Line Manager in Global R&D including 2 years as the Clinical Research Manager for Glaxo Wellcome China . Joined Pfizer for the first time in 2002 and spent 5 years as the Director of Clinical Research for Pfizer…

Cristina Contente integrates Fortrea’s Global Adaptive Operational Solutions, as Clinical Delivery Director. Cristina has more than 20 years of experience in Clinical Research. With a bioengineering background, Cristina held roles of increasing responsibility, integrating both Pharma and CRO teams, including clinical project management and portfolio oversight, building and leading functional teams, developing and improving business…

Damalie Akuamoah is the Clinical Trial Diversity Program Lead at Merck & Co., driving the global strategy to enhance diversity and inclusion across cardiovascular, infectious disease, and vaccine clinical trials. Her mission ensures participant populations reflect the communities they serve. Akuamoah chairs Merck’s Diversity in Clinical Trials Global Perspective Working Group, facilitating international collaboration on…

Dan Otap is a Senior Alliance & Partnerships Lead within Genentech’s Research and Early Development unit (gRED). Dan’s clinical trial operations and compliance background uniquely position him to provide attuned insight into relational site engagement. Dan serves on various internal Roche/Genentech work streams related to clinical trial execution and innovation. He holds positions with the…

Dan Otap is a Senior Alliance & Partnerships Lead within Genentech’s Research and Early Development unit (gRED). Dan’s clinical trial operations and compliance background uniquely position him to provide attuned insight into relational site engagement. Dan serves on various internal Roche/Genentech work streams related to clinical trial execution and innovation. He holds positions with the…

Dan Otap is a Senior Alliance & Partnerships Lead within Genentech’s Research and Early Development unit (gRED). Dan’s clinical trial operations and compliance background uniquely position him to provide attuned insight into relational site engagement. Dan serves on various internal Roche/Genentech work streams related to clinical trial execution and innovation. He holds positions with the…

Dr. Kavanagh is Senior Scientific Advisor, Gene Therapy, Vaccines, and Biologics at WCG, working with clinical trial sponsors and sites to promote safe, efficient, and compliant clinical trial operations, with a focus on human gene transfer research. Prior to joining WCG, Dr. Kavanagh was Institutional Biosafety Committee Vice Chair at Harvard Medical School and the…

A board-certified Internal Medicine professional with 20 years of clinical research experience across all phases of drug development. Currently the medical lead for early development strategy from translational medicine to study design and clinical conduct. >680 studies as Principal Investigator and still active in an investigator role for complex studies. Primary focus is first-in-human and…

Co-Founder of Pinnacle Research Group, LLC in 1998. Since then, Darin and partner/spouse Tracy have guided the company from a two-person operation to its present status of 23 full time research staff and have successfully managed over 500 studies, from Phase I FIH to Phase 4, across the therapeutic spectrum. Darin earned a Master’s of…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

David RP Almeida, MD MBA PhD, is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal Surgeon. He completed an Honors Bachelor of Science, PhD in Pharmaceutical Drug Research, MBA in healthcare management, medical school, ophthalmology residency and a vitreoretinal diseases and surgery fellowship. He is internationally-recognized for his extensive experience in clinical research focused on geographic atrophy, age-related…

David has over 25 years of clinical research experience, 10 years in operations side and the last 15 years in sales. My sales experience includes selling software and services to Sites, Sponsors, and CROs related to clinical trial technology. Additionally I have managed global teams of sales representatives at large and small organizations.

David Garcia is a trusted business lawyer with Phelps Dunbar, LLP, a full-service law firm that works collaboratively to find legal solutions as unique as your business. David has substantial experience advising clients in strategic transactions. He helps business owners, practice managers, private equity-backed consolidators and investors close deals across many industries, but with a…

Co-Founder of UpSite Clinical, offering TrialPro, the first site-facing study budgeting software platform. Over 25 years of industry experience with increasing leadership roles at Merck and Pfizer then founding two clinical research sites in NJ. Combines an engineering background with hands-on leadership experience, successfully implementing process improvements, facilitating lean transformations, and creating high-performance cultures in…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, presentations and contributions. A native of New Orleans, he has a Master’s degree in both Social Work and Business Administration and maintains the additional credentials of Certified IRB Professional (CIP), Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and…

Debra Rogge, BSN, MSA, Director, AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals. Debra holds a Bachelor of Science of Nursing and a Master of Science in Administration and Health care services. Debra‘s Clinical Research Experience has spanned numerous roles in the past 23 years both in the start-up and maintenance phases of sponsored and investigator sponsored studies. Debra’s current role…

Dr. Weinstein graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania in 1983. She received her medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine in 1987. She completed her internship and residency training at The University of Virginia Medical Center. In 1990, she became a diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine. She…

Deena Bernstein has deep expertise in healthcare leadership and the clinical research industry. Her career spans over twenty years in clinical research site development, operations, and digital technology. Deena is a passionate leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who cares deeply about improving study participants’ clinical trial experience and process. Deena is Transformative Pharmaceutical Solutions (TPS) VP of…

Deena Bernstein has deep expertise in healthcare leadership and the clinical research industry. Her career spans over twenty years in clinical research site development, operations, and digital technology. Deena is a passionate leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who cares deeply about improving study participants’ clinical trial experience and process. Deena is Transformative Pharmaceutical Solutions (TPS) VP of…

Deena Bernstein has deep expertise in healthcare leadership and the clinical research industry. Her career spans over twenty years in clinical research site development, operations, and digital technology. Deena is a passionate leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who cares deeply about improving study participants’ clinical trial experience and process. Deena is Transformative Pharmaceutical Solutions (TPS) VP of…

Deena Bernstein has deep expertise in healthcare leadership and the clinical research industry. Her career spans over twenty years in clinical research site development, operations, and digital technology. Deena is a passionate leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who cares deeply about improving study participants’ clinical trial experience and process. Deena is Transformative Pharmaceutical Solutions (TPS) VP of…

Denise Johnson Sura is the Associate Vice President of Patient Engagement at Lilly, bringing over 25 years of experience in global clinical research. With a strong background in clinical design delivery and analytics, Denise has led organizations dedicated to enhancing patient engagement, access, and representation in clinical trials worldwide. Known for her leadership, she distills…

After spending time in public health and clinical nutrition, Denise Snyder started work at Duke University School of Medicine (Duke) as a clinical research coordinator in 2000 for NIH funded diet and exercise intervention trials in breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer. For 12 years, Denise has been the Associate Dean for Clinical Research at Duke….

After spending time in public health and clinical nutrition, Denise Snyder started work at Duke University School of Medicine (Duke) as a clinical research coordinator in 2000 for NIH funded diet and exercise intervention trials in breast, prostate, and colorectal cancer. For 12 years, Denise has been the Associate Dean for Clinical Research at Duke….

Denise Windenburg is the current Director of Research Operations Effectiveness at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF). Before joining MHIF, she was a Research Director at the University of Minnesota Medical School overseeing the research in Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology and Family Medicine and Community Health. Denise has over 25 years of experience with a strategic…

Dr. Miller is a practicing Emergency Medicine Physician and Principal Investigator. She is a strong believer that research drives medicine and works to ensure medications that are proven safe and effective are able to reach those who need it most.

Dex Bilkic is a Director, Alliance Management at AstraZeneca Inc. Dex has more than 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry where he has held various positions from working in research on the lab bench to managing clinical trials. His work history includes major pharma companies, CROs, as well as sites which has provided…

Dr. Diana, Ph.D., is a seasoned CEO with years of experience in clinical research as a business owner, leader, author, and well-known expert in patient enrollment and site engagement strategy. She is a passionate advocate of DEI in all clinical trials. .

R. Donald Harvey, PharmD, BCOP, FCCP, FHOPA, FASCO is Vice President, Clinical Research, and Executive Director of the Woodruff Industry-Sponsored Clinical Trials Office (WISC) at Emory University Woodruff Health Sciences Center. He is also a Professor of Hematology/Medical Oncology and Pharmacology in the Emory University School of Medicine. Previously, he established the Phase I Clinical…

I am currently the Associated Director of Site Budgeting and Contracting at Takeda. I have over 15 years of experience in clinical research across Sites, CRO, and Sponsors. I started my career developing and negotiating site level oncology budgets, before gaining a broad range of experience in global study budget development and global site contract…

Earl has 19 years of industry experience, starting with 7 years at research sites and 12 years in various strategic planning roles at CROs.

A clinical trials professional with over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. Throughout career holding different positions in Clinical Operations, Project Management and Regulatory Affairs. Accountable for operational and strategic aspects of regulatory services for the assigned projects, in the role of Regulatory Affairs Manager performing and overseeing European submissions. Well-established…

Eleanor Gibbons, BA, is currently a Clinical Research Manager for Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD. She began her research career in 2006 and has held MANY positions in Clinical Research since that time. She is passionate about Clinical Research and the difference it makes in the lives of patients, their families and future generations.

Eleanor Gibbons (Ellie) is currently a Clinical Research Manager for Sanford Health. She has been working in Clinical Research since 2006 and has held a variety of roles before taking her current one.

Elizabeth has been involved in clinical trials and drug development for over 27 years. Elizabeth has worked on all sides of the clinical trial portfolio – hospital (site) as clinical trials and therapeutic pharmacist for haematology/oncology/palliative care units; Project manager for Australian ASX listed biotech company Phase I First in Human to Phase II; Director…

Elizabeth is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) at Montana State University- Mark & Robyn Jones College of Nursing in Bozeman, Montana. She teaches Design of Healthcare Delivery Systems, which is an interprofessional graduate course offering with College of Nursing (Clinical Nurse Leader and DNP students) and College of Engineering students (industrial, mechanical, healthcare systems engineering…

20 years of progressive experience across multiple business units of a global CRO. Experienced in Phase I-IV trial operational management from start-up services through study completion. Specializing in regulatory affairs, start-up operations and clinical trial site support for trials. Elizabeth leads the Site Engagement and Partnership Delivery organization, building out long-term, trusted partnerships with investigators,…

20 years of progressive experience across multiple business units of a global CRO. Experienced in Phase I-IV trial operational management from start-up services through study completion. Specializing in regulatory affairs, start-up operations and clinical trial site support for trials. Elizabeth leads the Site Engagement and Partnership Delivery organization, building out long-term, trusted partnerships with investigators,…

Emilio Neto is an executive with over 21 years of experience in Drug Development Strategy, Project Management, Clinical Operations, Team Management, and Project Finance Management globally from Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. His expertise spans various therapeutic areas, including Rare Diseases, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Neuroscience, Vaccines, and Oncology. Emilio began his career as a…

Erica Denallo is a Research Coordinator III at University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Marietta College and a Master’s degree from Cleveland State University. With nearly six years of experience in this role, she has managed a diverse array of clinical trials encompassing areas such as women’s health and fertility,…

Erika Talbott is the Head of Customer and Site Success for Yonalink, the leading technology provider delivering EHR to EDC streaming capabilities for life science research. Leveraging on her extensive experience, Erika has been instrumental in driving Yonalink’s rapid growth in the US, revolutionizing data collection for leading Sponsors, CROs, and over 6,000 health systems…

Esmeralda is a Clinical Research Professional with over 6 years of experience currently serving as the Site Manager at Synexus San Antonio. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business and is an ACRP-Clinical Professional. Esmeralda has successfully led operations and strategic initiatives at her site by holding high standards for data integrity, regulatory compliance and…

I am a results-driven clinical operations leader with almost a decade in successfully managing and optimizing clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, vaccine, dermatology, and infectious diseases from inception to completion. Currently serving as the Associate Director of US Site Engagement at GSK, with a proven track record of leading clinical trial initiatives…

Evan currently serves as the Global Director, Quality Management for Accelerated Enrollment Solutions. There he oversees the global quality management program and regulatory affairs team for the extensive AES global research site network. Evan has over 16 years of global quality management systems and regulatory affairs experience in a variety of subject matter areas within…

With over 20 years of experience in the healthcare and clinical research sector, I am a Vice President of Business Development at Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. I lead key strategic partnerships globally and drive sales in Europe. I am committed to partnering with CROs/Sponsors to deliver high-quality clinical trial data and patient care with unprecedented…

Faaiz Hussain is the CEO and Founder of Digital Auxilius, a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping clinical research institutes enhance their digital presence. With nearly a decade of experience in digital marketing and web development, Mr. Hussain has a strong background in improving clinical research sites’ online visibility and engagement. Furthermore, he has worked…

Dr. Fabian Sandoval, CEO & Research Director, has over 25 years of bench to bedside research experience. His diversified research career has been in academia, healthcare systems and the public sector. He received his Bachelors of Science in molecular and cellular biology from Marymount University, and his Doctorate of Medicine from the Autonomous University of…

Dr. Fabian Sandoval, CEO & Research Director, has over 25 years of bench to bedside research experience. His diversified research career has been in academia, healthcare systems and the public sector. He received his Bachelors of Science in molecular and cellular biology from Marymount University, and his Doctorate of Medicine from the Autonomous University of…

Faisal A. Fakih, MD is Co-Founder and Medical Director of Flourish – Miami (Kendall)/Orlando/Leesburg, formerly Clinical Site Partners, LLC (CSP). He is triple Board-Certified in Pulmonary, Sleep, and Internal Medicine. Fakih, MD graduated from the School of Medicine of Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain. Fakih, MD has been conducting Phase I-IV research for 19 years and…

Faithe Hamer joined Eli Lilly & Company in 2014 after seven years as a Research Coordinator at Riley Childrens Hospital in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Throughout her time at Lilly she has held positions in Data Sciences, Clinical Development and Investigator Training. Currently, Faithe oversees the Investigator Training Solutions group, enabling innovative approaches to…

Favian Perez is a Feasibility Specialist within the Business Development Dept. at Alcanza Clinical Research. Additionally, he is co-chair of the network’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, manages select network social media platforms, and studying for his BSN at Daytona State College.

Felicia is a versatile executive with a proven track record in driving operational and commercial excellence, clinical quality, and strategic growth. She brings over 16 years of experience as a senior leader in Business Development and Recruitment in the site network space.

Felicia is a versatile executive with a proven track record in driving operational and commercial excellence, clinical quality, and strategic growth. She brings over 16 years of experience as a senior leader in Business Development and Recruitment in the site network space.

Senior Director, Global Compliance and Strategy Medidata Fiona has worked within the Life Sciences and Healthcare domain for over 23 years. Fiona’s focus at Medidata includes strategy and advocacy pertaining to the interface of technological advances and regulatory evolution within medical device and pharmaceutical clinical research. In this role Fiona regularly interacts with authorities and…

Fransisca (Chacha) Tenorio is the Nurse Manager at NT Health Clinical Innovation and Research Unit. A registered nurse with 12 years of experience, she has a diverse background in clinical care, management, governance and research. Chacha is a passionate advocate for health equity and is committed to integrating clinical research and trials into routine healthcare…

Fre is an experienced Clinical Trial Manager with a deep passion for advancing medical knowledge through rigorous clinical research. She has successfully overseen a range of clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data collection, compliance with regulatory standards, and the safety of participants. Driven by a commitment to improving patient outcomes, she is equally dedicated to educating…

Fre is an experienced Clinical Trial Manager with a deep passion for advancing medical knowledge through rigorous clinical research. She has successfully overseen a range of clinical trials, ensuring high-quality data collection, compliance with regulatory standards, and the safety of participants. Driven by a commitment to improving patient outcomes, she is equally dedicated to educating…

Garo Kiledjian is the Founder, President, and CEO of SGM Alliance, a pioneering 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) inclusion in clinical research, life sciences, and the evolving healthcare ecosystem. His leadership is also reflected in his role as Chief Operating Officer for Trialogic, a Site Network supporting the largest global…

Garo Kiledjian is the Founder, President, and CEO of SGM Alliance, a pioneering 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) inclusion in clinical research, life sciences, and the evolving healthcare ecosystem. His leadership is also reflected in his role as Chief Operating Officer for Trialogic, a Site Network supporting the largest global…

Garo Kiledjian is the Founder, President, and CEO of SGM Alliance, a pioneering 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) inclusion in clinical research, life sciences, and the evolving healthcare ecosystem. His leadership is also reflected in his role as Chief Operating Officer for Trialogic, a Site Network supporting the largest global…

Dr. Gary Puckrein is the founding President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Minority Quality Forum (NMQF), a non-profit healthcare research, education, and advocacy organization headquartered in Washington, DC. The mission of NMQF is to reduce patient risk by assuring optimal care for all. NMQF conducts evidence-based, data-driven initiatives to eliminate premature death and…

Gayna Whitaker is a passionate advocate for diversity in clinical trials, with a robust background in pharmaceutical marketing and healthcare management, supported by an MBA in the field. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, she is committed to ensuring that clinical research reflects the diverse populations it aims to serve. In her…

I’ve been in this industry for more than 25 years starting as a CRA in pharma and then moving to a CRO and most recently as Director of Training for a large site network. I have a background in clinical research operations and learning and development. I hold a Combined Honours Bachelor of Science degree…

Background in academic research, 29 years of experience in pharmaceutical and CRO industry in different roles and various leadership positions in Clinical operations, Monitoring and project management, mainly in Oncology.

With over 25 years of experience in clinical trials, Gina has held a variety of roles ranging from pre-clinical research to Senior Management. Her extensive career spans across the pharmaceutical industry, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), and site-level operations, where she brings a wealth of shared knowledge. Passionate about giving back to the industry, Gina dedicates…

Gissela Delgado is the Director of Operations at CTMD Research, a clinical research site known for its high compliance rates in long-term studies, and its proficiency in fast-paced high-enrollment studies. With a background in education and nursing, she brings over 10 years of experience in all areas of clinical research from start-up to completion. Born…

A graduate of the University of Florida, Greg holds a master’s degree in pharmaceutical outcomes and policy, specializing in regulatory affairs and has 16 years of clinical trial management experience. Greg is a recent graduate of Leadership Pasco, a local non-profit leadership program, focused on developing leaders in the community. He has also received the…

Dr. Hoeck is the Executive Clinical Director and Co-Founder of Future Medical Research. He has extensive senior clinical experience both as a clinician and scientist and Dr. Hoeck has served as Principal Investigator on investigator initiated and industry initiated studies from Phase I-IV. He has worked as a senior executive in the biopharmaceutical industry for…

Dr. Hoeck is the Executive Clinical Director and Co Founder of Future Medical Research. He has extensive senior clinical experience both as a clinician and scientist and Dr. Hoeck has served as Principal Investigator on investigator initiated and industry initiated studies from Phase I-IV. He has worked as a senior executive in the biopharmaceutical industry…

Hatice Akyel Gorur is a biologist, specializing in industry based clinical research, with extensive experience in managing complex clinical projects across Europe and the Middle East. With a multifaceted skill set that includes strategic planning, clinical trial portfolio management, project management, and regulatory compliance, Hatice has consistently delivered successful results in diverse therapeutic areas, including…

Hawk joined NAVREF in 2014 and currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer. He brings experience in public health, research, and military service to strengthen veteran healthcare and research collaborations. At NAVREF, he supports and advocates for the unique network of congressionally authorized VA-affiliated research sites who administer over $300 million in extramural funding, supplementing…

With 18 years of experience in medical and radiation oncology, I currently serve as the Site Director at Profound Research, where I oversee operations across 13 sites. My expertise spans clinical research, patient care coordinator, and strategic site management, ensuring excellence in oncology studies and patient outcomes.

SIGAL SMS was founded by Helena Sigal, MD, who began her career in clinical research more than 20 years ago. Her various roles as medical doctor, investigator, Director of Clinical Operations, and ultimately Director of Operations at Synexus Germany provided her with extensive experience and knowledge in the field of clinical research and especially in…

Henry Kravchenko is the founder and CEO of Clinical.ly, a technology company on a mission to deliver clinical research software that puts you in control. Clinical.ly works closely with the research community to understand its challenges and integrate its feedback into Clinical.ly’s intuitive, web-based technology solutions. This customer-centric approach ensures that Clinical.ly’s solutions truly address…

Henry Kravchenko is the founder and CEO of Clinical.ly, a technology company on a mission to deliver clinical research software that puts you in control. Clinical.ly works closely with the research community to understand its challenges and integrate its feedback into Clinical.ly’s intuitive, web-based technology solutions. This customer-centric approach ensures that Clinical.ly’s solutions truly address…

With almost 18 years in the clinical trials industry, I have enjoyed challenging and rewarding roles from Clinical Trials Research Nurse, Senior CRA, eTMF Manager to Site Care Partner. Across my career, I have worked across multiple therapeutic areas including Inflammation & Immunology, Oncology, Vaccines, and Infectious Diseases. Since joining Pfizer in 2022, I have…

As an inclusion advocate, I am committed to being on the frontline in the fight for health equity. I currently work as an Associate Director of Clinical Operations, Diversity Program Lead at Merck. Formerly, I served on the Patient Inclusion and Health Equity team at Genentech’s Chief Diversity Office and then as a Clinical Trial…

Iwona is on a mission to bring the clinical industry stakeholders closer and help developing together the solutions needed for the industry, clients and patients. With over 16 years of Site and Clinical Trials Management background and more than 7 years of Business Consultancy experience, Iwona has a unique blend of expertise with a strong…

Iwona is on a mission to bring the clinical industry stakeholders closer and help developing together the solutions needed for the industry, clients and patients. With over 16 years of Site and Clinical Trials Management background and more than 7 years of Business Consultancy experience, Iwona has a unique blend of expertise with a strong…

Jack Evans has more than a decade of clinical research experience that spans over 5 continents and is knowledgeable in a vast array of therapeutic areas and trial designs across all phases of clinical development. As Vice President of Site Operations at EmVenio, he is focused on developing infrastructure, client partnerships and leading operational delivery…

Kent brings more than 30 years of experience in IT and clinical development from executive roles with Eli Lilly and Medidata Solutions. She has served on the SCRS Leadership Council for seven years, and is also a board director with Circuit Clinical and current Chair of the Association of Clinical Research Organizations (ACRO).

Kent brings more than 30 years of experience in IT and clinical development from executive roles with Eli Lilly and Medidata Solutions. She has served on the SCRS Leadership Council for seven years, and is also a board director with Circuit Clinical and current Chair of the Association of Clinical Research Organizations (ACRO).

Jade Tuttle is a versatile social work professional with 10+ years of experience in health equity, clinical trial diversity, and advocacy. As Director of Advocacy & Patient Affairs at Syneos Health, she leverages her expertise to integrate patient voices and advance inclusive drug development.

Jade Tuttle is a versatile social work professional with 10+ years of experience in health equity, clinical trial diversity, and advocacy. As Director of Advocacy & Patient Affairs at Syneos Health, she leverages her expertise to integrate patient voices and advance inclusive drug development.

With nearly two decades in clinical research, Jaidyn brings comprehensive trial management expertise from both academic environment and industry leadership positions. From coordinating trials at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine to leading portfolios at major biotech companies, Jaidyn’s journey spans every crucial role in clinical operations, helping shape her holistic approach to trial management….

James Riddle is the Senior Vice President of Global Review Operations at Advarra, the world’s largest provider of ethics, safety, and compliance oversight reviews services. With 25+ years’ experience providing support to the clinical research community, Riddle has operational responsibility for Advarra’s global review services including IRB, IBC, DMC, EAC. In this role, he helps…

James Riddle is the Senior Vice President of Global Review Operations at Advarra, the world’s largest provider of ethics, safety, and compliance oversight reviews services. With 25+ years’ experience providing support to the clinical research community, Riddle has operational responsibility for Advarra’s global review services including IRB, IBC, DMC, EAC. In this role, he helps…

James Riddle is the Senior Vice President of Global Review Operations at Advarra, the world’s largest provider of ethics, safety, and compliance oversight reviews services. With 25+ years’ experience providing support to the clinical research community, Riddle has operational responsibility for Advarra’s global review services including IRB, IBC, DMC, EAC. In this role, he helps…

Jamie Lynn Bhairoo, BSN RN CCRC, is a distinguished CEO at Cedar Crosse Research Center, expertly steering its strategic planning, financial operations, and business direction. She balances this with her roles as a devoted wife and mother. Jamie’s journey into clinical research began 20 years ago, as a research assistant at Cedar Crosse under Danny…

Dr Jane Gaunson is the Associate Director, Local Delivery (Study Management) at GSK Australia. Holding a PhD in Immunology and Microbiology from The University of Melbourne, Jane has been a leader in Clinical Research for over 20 years where she has driven patient outcomes as a CRA, Local Study Manager, Regional Study Manager, Team Leader…

Jason has over 17 years of experience in clinical research, driving operational excellence and innovation in drug development. With a strong background in clinical trial execution, he has worked across multiple phases of research, gaining insight into the evolving challenges and opportunities within the industry. In recent years, Jason has focused on advancing digital and…

Jason Palasota, a dedicated professional in the field of clinical research, began his career as a site coordinator at Cetero Research. His experience there fueled a deep respect for the industry and a commitment to improving patient-focused clinical research services. Progressing through roles in proposal development, inside and external business development at notable organizations like…

With more than 25 years of experience in the management of clinical trials, Jean-Marc joined Sanofi in 2008. First as Medical Advisor in Multiple Sclerosis in the Canadian Clinical Unit, then developing a strategic partnership with investigator sites across the globe, towards site optimization and performance, heading the Office of Global Site Partnership. Jean-Marc is…

Jeff has 16 years of experience in the Life Sciences industry. At TPS, he leads the Site Solutions function, with the overall responsibility of delivering these solutions. Prior to joining TPS, Jeff served as the Vice President of MediSync Clinical Research, a network of clinical trialsites. At MediSync, he was responsible for building and managing…

Professional Summary: Highly qualified executive with management experience since 1991, most recently as Executive Director; over ten years of clinical research experience; areas of expertise are in phase 1b-4 clinical trial design, planning, budgeting and execution as well as team building and company culture growth; holds Master’s degree in Healthcare Management and Certified Clinical Research…

Jen Peterson has over 24 years’ experience in clinical research with a primary concentration in regulatory, quality compliance, and audit readiness. She has held leadership positions with 4 large CRO/AROs and currently serves as Head of Quality for M3 Wake Research, a large network of clinical research sites. She enjoys spending time with her husband…

Jennifer Byrne’s career has been devoted to leading teams and building relationships to transform the clinical research landscape into an integrated component of clinical care. In 2018, she founded Javara with a vision to revolutionize the industry by accelerating access to clinical trials – for patients, sponsors, and healthcare systems alike. Prior to Javara, Jennifer…

Jennifer Matson Hunter joined Mary Crowley Cancer Research in 2013 and is currently the Director of Research Operations. In this role, she oversees study development, contract, budget, regulatory affairs, trial portfolio and management, quality assurance, medical records, communications, and data management. Jennifer is passionate about people, from the individual patient needing hope through a clinical…

Jennifer Matson Hunter joined Mary Crowley Cancer Research in 2013 and is currently the Director of Research Operations. In this role, she oversees study development, contract, budget, regulatory affairs, trial portfolio and management, quality assurance, medical records, communications, and data management. Jennifer is passionate about people, from the individual patient needing hope through a clinical…

Jessica brings over 19 years of clinical research expertise to her role. For the past nine years, she has directed operations for the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) and has recently been appointed as the Senior Clinical Research Administrative Director at Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI). In her capacity as the CTO Director, she oversees a team…

Dr. Jhodie Duncan is the General Manager of Research and Partnerships at Latrobe Regional Health. She has over 20 year’s research experience having completed her PhD (Uni Melb) in the field of Developmental Neuroscience, after which she was awarded a CJ Martin Fellowship to undertake post-doctoral training at Boston’s Children’s Hospital/Harvard Medical School. In 2009…

A recognized industry thought leader, Jill Platko brings over 30 years of scientific and 17 years eCOA experience to Suvoda as Vice President of Scientific Services. Prior to Suvoda, Jill led the development of the Scientific Advisory practice at Signant Health. While there, she advised and consulted on the design of novel ePROs for epilepsy,…

Of my 35 years in industry, the last 18 have been in clinical research, working in a variety of commercial and operational roles. During that time my focus, and that of the companies I have worked with, has always been the improvement of clinical trial conduct through better technology. My priority is to continually push…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President, Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Mr. Bechtel provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President, Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Mr. Bechtel provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President, Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Mr. Bechtel provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President, Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Mr. Bechtel provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President, Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Mr. Bechtel provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Jimmy Bechtel is the Society for Clinical Research Sites’ (SCRS) Vice President of Site Engagement. He brings experience from both the site and sponsor sides of the clinical research industry to his critical role with SCRS. Jimmy provided a variety of support within the site spectrum in previous positions as data specialist, patient recruiter and…

Joana Baptista is the MSD Regional Operations Support Lead (ROSL) for EMEA, supporting the region in key areas to ensure clinical trials are conducted as per plan, with high quality standards (Headcount management, metrics, indicators, and partnership overview) Since 2024 Joana is being acting as the EMEA Regional Research Director Chief of Staff. Before being…

Joel Ernest is an experienced clinical research professional with a strong background in oncology trials, decentralized research, and quality assurance. As a Project Manager at the Parkville Cancer Clinical Trials Unit, he collaborates with sites and sponsors to lead complex trials spanning novel drugs, medical devices, diagnostics, and treatment optimization. His expertise extends to international…

CEO and co-founder of Curavit. Prior to founding Curavit at the end of 2019 I was CEO and co-founder of C3i. C3i provided global clinical solutions to the top 100 Pharma, CROs, and clinical software companies. C3i was sold to Merck in 2014 and Joel stayed on at Merck continuing to run this business as…

John brings over 17 years of comprehensive experience to his current role as Site Engagement Role at AstraZeneca where he helps forge relationships with clinical trial sites for seamless collaboration, efficient trial execution, and advancing medical research. He is passionate about advancing patient care and ensuring patients have access to the latest treatments through clinical…

Dr. John Valenta has worked for over a decade supporting and conducting clinical research. As Senior Research Director at Kelsey Research Foundation, he oversees all research operations from site selection and start-up, to patient enrollment and coordination, to study close-out. His experience has provided him extensive knowledge for creating and executing successful contracts and budgets.

Passionate advocate for oncology patients to have access to clinical trials from diagnosis and throughout every line of their treatment journey. After two decades of working at a site, moved to the CRO space, working for PPD for over 8 years to help facilitate site access to trials in a patient-centric approach.

Joseph Kim has over 24 years of pharma research expertise. His career spans multiple Sponsors: Lilly, Merck and Takeda (Shire). Joe is recognized as a “Top 100 individual on the Medicine/Makers Power List,: and :20 Innovators Changing the Face of the Clinical Trials Industry” by CenterWatch.

Joseph Kim has over 24 years of pharma research expertise. His career spans multiple Sponsors: Lilly, Merck and Takeda

Joseph Kim has over 24 years of pharma research expertise. His career spans multiple Sponsors: Lilly, Merck and Takeda (Shire). Joe is recognized as a “Top 100 individual on the Medicine/Makers Power List,: and :20 Innovators Changing the Face of the Clinical Trials Industry” by CenterWatch.

Josh Wilson has spent his career in clinical research and is passionate about driving innovation through engagement with patients, clinical sites, service providers, and sponsors. Through his extensive experience in operations management, data technologies, and data sciences, he has driven deployment of digital health technologies and decentralized trial approaches including eCOA, AI-powered medication adherence and…

Josh is the co-founder and Head of Customer Experience and Data Science at BEKHealth where he leads the development of an AI software-as-a-solution (SaaS) platform for clinical research. Prior to BEKHealth Josh was an executive at multiple health technology and management consulting firms. Josh led the AcornAI Labs in Boston at Medidata, where he was…

Co-Owner of Sun Valley Research Center, Inc. located in Imperial County, California for the past 16 years and has experience recruiting and enrolling Latino participants in clinical trials. Co-founder of Latinos in Clinical Research. Certified Clinical Research Coordinator through ACRP.

Julie grew up in Columbus, Mississippi. She earned a BA in Foreign Language in 2000 and taught high school for a few years. In 2006, she earned an AD in Nursing at Mississippi University for Women and worked at BMH on the IP oncology unit for almost a year. In 2007, she moved to Oregon,…

A seasoned professional with over 12 years of dedicated experience in the field of site contracts, budget development, and payments. As a Senior Director of Site Contracts and Payments, O bring a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to my role. Throughout my career, I’ve demonstrated an exceptional ability to navigate…

As a leader in decentralized clinical trials, Dr. Kálmán Törőcsik brings extensive expertise in clinical research and patient-centric solutions across Central and Eastern Europe. Since founding Research Professionals, he has championed the growth of an innovative Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCT) solution now spanning the European continent, transforming trial methodologies and improving patient access across diverse…

Kannan is an accomplished leader, specializing in applying technology to drive growth, quality and efficiency in small and medium sized organizations. With nearly two decades of experience across academic research institutions, technology startups, and clinical research sites, Kannan brings strategic vision and deep operational expertise to his role as CEO of Kinetic Clinical Research. Kannan…

Kara Quinnelly is a clinical research professional with over 10 years of experience across a plethora of therapeutic areas. Kara provided both insight and support from site, CRO, and sponsor perspectives of the clinical research industry with previous roles in clinical operations, project delivery, and site engagement. Currently serving as an Associate Director for Site…

Karen McIntyre is Vice President, Global Site Alliances, Launch Excellence for Parexel. Her role is to provide strategic, site solution approaches to address the most critical challenges in the clinical trial pathway, predicable and successful patient recruitment. The driver of Global Site Alliances is to build and maintain purposeful relationships with sites to construct an…

Karen McIntyre is Vice President, Global Site Alliances, Launch Excellence for Parexel. Her role is to provide strategic, site solution approaches to address the most critical challenges in the clinical trial pathway, predicable and successful patient recruitment. The driver of Global Site Alliances is to build and maintain purposeful relationships with sites to construct an…

Karen McIntyre is Vice President, Global Site Alliances, Launch Excellence for Parexel. Her role is to provide strategic, site solution approaches to address the most critical challenges in the clinical trial pathway, predicable and successful patient recruitment. The driver of Global Site Alliances is to build and maintain purposeful relationships with sites to construct an…

Karen McIntyre is Vice President, Global Site Alliances, Launch Excellence for Parexel. Her role is to provide strategic, site solution approaches to address the most critical challenges in the clinical trial pathway, predicable and successful patient recruitment. The driver of Global Site Alliances is to build and maintain purposeful relationships with sites to construct an…

Karen West is General Manager/Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand within the clinical development team at Syneos Health. Karen has over 30 years experience in the clinical trial industry of which over 22 years has been within Syneos Health through acquisition. Prior to joining Syneos Health, Karen has held a number of positions throughout…

Kari is the first Chief Operating Officer for AMR. Kari brings more than 20 years of life sciences leadership experience, with a focus on operations, strategy, and management. She comes to AMR from Shearwater Health, where she recently served as President, Life Sciences. Prior to that, she served in various roles of increasing responsibility at…

I am a transformative leader passionate about driving strategic initiatives in business development and organizational change. Where others see uncertainty, I’m seeing the opportunity. I like working with like-minded professionals who are seeking solutions that result in mutually beneficial transformations and facilitate meaningful change. I want to focus on leveraging new technologies, such as AI,…

Karri Venn brings over 25 years of clinical research experience working at clinical research sites. The ride has been monumental both in personal and professional growth. Ms. Venn started her career at LMC Healthcare in 1999 and that progressed to LMC Manna Research and ended with Centricity Research. A wide variety of positions Ms. Venn…

Karri Venn brings over 25 years of clinical research experience working at clinical research sites. The ride has been monumental both in personal and professional growth. Ms. Venn started her career at LMC Healthcare in 1999 and that progressed to LMC Manna Research and ended with Centricity Research. A wide variety of positions Ms. Venn…

Karri Venn brings over 25 years of clinical research experience working at clinical research sites. The ride has been monumental both in personal and professional growth. Ms. Venn started her career at LMC Healthcare in 1999 and that progressed to LMC Manna Research and ended with Centricity Research. A wide variety of positions Ms. Venn…

Karri Venn brings over 25 years of clinical research experience working at clinical research sites. The ride has been monumental both in personal and professional growth. Ms. Venn started her career at LMC Healthcare in 1999 and that progressed to LMC Manna Research and ended with Centricity Research. A wide variety of positions Ms. Venn…

Karri Venn brings over 25 years of clinical research experience working at clinical research sites. The ride has been monumental both in personal and professional growth. Ms. Venn started her career at LMC Healthcare in 1999 and that progressed to LMC Manna Research and ended with Centricity Research. A wide variety of positions Ms. Venn…

Kasey brings over 15 years’ combined experience in the development and implementation of global clinical research programs. Her primary focus has been on leading teams to deliver complex clinical protocols, executing strategies that drive operational excellence, and end-to-end solutioning to optimize product value and time to market. A large component of her work has been…

Kathleen Phan is the Director of Oncology Operations at Care Access, bringing extensive experience as a medical research professional with a proven track record of leadership in both community and academic oncology settings. Kathleen is dedicated to transforming oncology clinical research by de-stigmatizing the clinical trial process and engaging diverse, historically underrepresented communities in cancer…

Kathy Benton is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical research. Her clinical research journey started in 2004 as a Regulatory/Study Coordinator at Oregon Health & Science University. In 2011, Kathy became a CRA and has worked at various CRO’s for over 10 years. In 2022, Kathy moved to the Site…

With a robust foundation in medical nutrition and wellness, Kathy has leveraged her healthcare knowledge and passion for data and technologies to forge a unique path in the clinical research space. She has 26 years of clinical site and CRO operations experience in the areas of business development, strategic feasibility, study start up, data management…

I started in the clinical research industry in 1989 working as a coordinator at the VA Hospital in Madison, WI. From there I moved to the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics working as a research coordinator on NIH funded asthma research studies. I saw an opportunity to provide centralized business development services for clinical…

Kathy received her Bachelor of Science in Education from UW-Whitewater and a Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology from UW-La Crosse. It was there, while writing her thesis, that Kathy developed her passion for research. Kathy started in the clinical research industry in 1989 working as a coordinator at the VA Hospital in Madison, WI. From…

I started in the clinical research industry in 1989 working as a coordinator at the VA Hospital in Madison, WI. From there I moved to the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics working as a research coordinator on NIH funded asthma research studies. I saw an opportunity to provide centralized business development services for clinical…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kathy Mickel is the Learning Solutions Lead for the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), playing a pivotal role in shaping and executing SCRS events and educational programs, including the SCRS Oncology Program. Leveraging her extensive industry experience across sites, CROs and pharmaceutical organizations, Kathy delivers engaging learning and collaboration opportunities for the clinical research…

Kaye Doiron stands as a beacon of site innovation and advocacy. As the founder of Research Works INC, a dynamic network of clinical trial research sites in Louisiana and Puerto Rico, Kaye has been trailblazing since the inception of her first research site, Women Under Study in 2009. She passionately champions healthcare equity and diversity…

Kayra Velez is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over 12 years of experience in brand strategy and digital communications spanning clinical research, healthcare, and fitness. Currently serving as a Senior Marketing Specialist for Centricity Research, she focuses on marketing strategies for patient recruitment and engagement, brand strategy, multi-channel campaign creation and execution, and…

Mr. Getz is an internationally recognized expert on R&D and clinical trial management practices and trends, the global investigative site landscape, site management and patient recruitment and retention practices, and the worldwide market for outsourcing clinical research functions. Mr. Getz’s research studies on protocol design complexity and clinical research efficiency and effectiveness, conducted over the…

Kerry is a highly experienced pharmacist with a diverse career spanning over two decades, both domestically and internationally. She began her career in New Zealand as a hospital pharmacy intern before expanding her expertise overseas. During her time in London, she worked with Baxter UK, specializing in aseptic sterile work, and gained invaluable experience in…

Kerry Gorman, Senior Director, IQVIA has developed an understanding of clinical research and customer service through her past industry roles and current role as Head of IQVIA Strategic Site Solutions for US and Canada. Kerry leads a team of professionals at IQVIA who are passionate about sites, site concerns and continually focus on the development…

Holds a degree in Pharmacy and Biochemistry, a Master’s in Sciences in the field of Public Health and Bioethics, and an MBA in Strategic Business Management. Has been working in the field of bioethics studies and clinical research for 21 years. Manages Clinical Research Centers, being the founder of Bioserv Life Sciences, a Clinical Research…

Dr Khaled Ahmed is a Clinical Site Director and Diversity Ambassador at FutureMeds, a global SMO that provides innovative solutions for clinical trials. Dr Ahmed holds a PhD in Cancer Epidemiology from the University of Birmingham, and over 15 years of experience in lecturing, designing, managing, and executing global clinical trials across different indications and…

Dr Khaled Ahmed is a Clinical Site Director and Diversity Ambassador at FutureMeds, a global SMO that provides innovative solutions for clinical trials. Dr Ahmed holds a PhD in Cancer Epidemiology from the University of Birmingham, and over 15 years of experience in lecturing, designing, managing, and executing global clinical trials across different indications and…

Kim Ribeiro, MLS (ASCP)CM, MS is an accomplished pharmaceutical executive with over 15 years of experience delivering high-impact, end-to-end solutions that drive significant value creation. Recognized for leading top-quartile performance, evidenced by accelerating or completing 85% of late-phase clinical trials in high-risk therapeutic areas, optimizing operational efficiency, and reducing timelines. Expert in driving organizational change…

Kim Ribeiro, MLS (ASCP)CM, MS, brings over 10 years of experience in clinical trial patient engagement, most recently serving at AbbVie. She has a proven track record of success in developing new roles and capabilities, with expertise in strategic planning, operational excellence, and business optimization. A published author and sought-after speaker, Kim has been an…

Kim Ribeiro, MLS (ASCP)CM, MS, brings over 10 years of experience in clinical trial patient engagement, most recently serving at AbbVie. She has a proven track record of success in developing new roles and capabilities, with expertise in strategic planning, operational excellence, and business optimization. A published author and sought-after speaker, Kim has been an…

I have 16 years of experience working with clinical trial payments. I began my journey in 2008 as the 5th employee in the Payments department at CFS, where I had the opportunity to work closely with sites and sponsors, managing the entire end-to-end payments process. After about 8 years, I transitioned to the product side,…

Dr. Kristen Ballesteros has been with PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, for almost 3.5 years, specializing in feasibility strategy. With 7 years of experience in the CRO sector and 6 years in business development, site operations and patient recruitment, she excels in data analysis to support operational strategies. Dr. Ballesteros collaborates with clinical and…

I am Experienced clinical research professional with experience in all areas of Clinical trials. I am currently the Associate Director of Site Solutions with Illingworth Research group. I am proud to be working with a group of highly skilled Clinical trial professionals dedicated to providing Sponsors and Research sites resource options to decrease site burden…

Kristine Majors RN, MS previously owned a dedicated research center in IA for 22 years. Recently, she and her husband’s clinic was acquired by Eximia Research, LLC. Eximia is a nationwide leader in clinical research. She has been active in SCRS since 2014 and plans to continue working with Eximia as the Director of Operations…

Laia Esteban Herrera serves as the Director of Site Support Solutions OUS on our Global Expansion and Study Operations team. With a passion for achieving better patient outcomes and driving smarter business offerings, Laia brings over 12 years of valuable experience as a seasoned nurse in the industry, having worked under CROs and Pharma. Her…

LaShell Robinson is the Head of :takeda: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Clinical Research Department at Takeda. She leads a team dedicated to promoting education, awareness, and access through the “P.A.V.E.” program, aiming to eliminate barriers and expand opportunities in clinical research. LaShell’s journey began with volunteering at a research site, where she witnessed…

LaShell Robinson is the Head of Takeda: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Clinical Research Department at Takeda. She leads a team dedicated to promoting education, awareness, and access through the “P.A.V.E.” program, aiming to eliminate barriers and expand opportunities in clinical research. LaShell’s journey began with volunteering at a research site, where she witnessed…

Laura Luchini joined Merck, Sharp & Dohme, MSD, in Aug2017, after +25 years experience in epidemiology, clinical development and clinical operations at Academia, Pharma companies and Contract Research Organizations (CROs). Laura earned her medical degree in Brazil in 1986. She was a General Practitioner in her native country before moving to Italy for seven years,…

Laura is committed to enhancing clinical trial accessibility and efficiency in ANZ. She collaborates with sites and patient advocacy groups to streamline trial operations and support the accessibility of trials within patient communities including those in regional and remote areas. Laura also organizes advisory panels to incorporate the ANZ patient voice into clinical development and…

Lauren Briggs is Senior Vice President of Customer Success at ProofPilot. She boasts a robust background in customer success across large and small biopharma and a keen focus on site experience and patient retention strategies. Lauren’s background includes nearly 15 years in Customer Success & Operations in clinical trial technology, underscoring her expertise in her…

Lauren Chazal, MBA is an expert in the clinical trials industry, with extensive experience in site operations, business development, and financial management. She spent the first five years of her career with traditional financial organizations and then pivoted to clinical research with a privately held multi-site clinical research organization. She has been instrumental in business…

Lauren Foreman entered the industry in 2005 and brings over a decade of success in building site networks. She has led key departments in Business Development, Patient Recruitment, and Marketing. As Director of Business Development at Helios Clinical Research, she plays a crucial role in expanding the organization’s reach by cultivating strategic partnerships with CROs….

Lauren Koehler, MS, CCRP, EMT-P is a seasoned leader in emergency medicine research, specializing in site operations, team development, and innovative training strategies. As a Research Manager, she oversees project managers, research coordinators, paramedics, and data support staff, ensuring efficient and high-quality research execution. With nearly a decade of experience, Lauren has pioneered creative staffing…

Lauren Stockwell is a passionate and driven clinical research professional. As the Content & Engagement Manager for Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), she works tirelessly to develop educational and mentorship programming to support the industry holistically. SCRS is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to unifying the voice of the global clinical research site community….

Lauren Stockwell is a passionate and driven clinical research professional. As the Content & Engagement Manager for Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), she works tirelessly to develop educational and mentorship programming to support the industry holistically. SCRS is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to unifying the voice of the global clinical research site community….

Lauren Stockwell is a passionate and driven clinical research professional. As the Content & Engagement Manager for Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), she works tirelessly to develop educational and mentorship programming to support the industry holistically. SCRS is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to unifying the voice of the global clinical research site community….

Lauren Stockwell is a passionate and driven clinical research professional. As the Content & Engagement Manager for Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), she works tirelessly to develop educational and mentorship programming to support the industry holistically. SCRS is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to unifying the voice of the global clinical research site community….

Lauren Stockwell is a passionate and driven clinical research professional. As the Content & Engagement Manager for Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), she works tirelessly to develop educational and mentorship programming to support the industry holistically. SCRS is the leading advocacy organization dedicated to unifying the voice of the global clinical research site community….

Lauren Tough is an accomplished leader in health and care research, serving as the Strategic Development Director for the North East North Cumbria (NENC) Regional Research Delivery Network, a part of the National Institute for Health and Care research in England. With a background in NHS R&D, Lauren has held various roles within the NIHR,…

Lauren Wall is the senior director of the Cancer Clinical Research Support Office within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Chicago Biological Sciences. Wall has over seventeen years of experience in Hematology/Oncology clinical research operations spanning industry and academic healthcare. Her duties include planning, organizing, and overseeing daily operations for 300+ therapeutic clinical…

Leigh-Ann Davis is a Patient Compensation Lead at Pfizer, dedicated to bringing cost neutrality to clinical trial participants. With a current focus on Oncology, Leigh-Ann works with various internal and external patient advocacy organizations to collaborate on industry best practices with the goal of eliminating cost as a barrier to clinical trial access. Leigh-Ann has…

Lesley is currently the Associate Director of Product for IQVIA Technologies, Site and Planning Suite. She has over 15 years of industry experience with various perspectives, which she has gained from multiple roles throughout her career. Her passion for clinical research was ignited by her work as a research assistant and study coordinator, helping patients…

Lesley is currently the Associate Director of Product for IQVIA Technologies, Site and Planning Suite. She has over 15 years of industry experience with various perspectives, which she has gained from multiple roles throughout her career. Her passion for clinical research was ignited by her work as a research assistant and study coordinator, helping patients…

Mrs. Henderson-Williams is Director, Global Diversity and Inclusion for Clinical Trials, IQVIA. In this role, she works directly with Sponsors and functional teams to develop, implement, and monitor specific plans to deliver on the spirit of the FDA Guidance on increasing clinical trial diversity.

Dr. Lestter Cruz Serrano is the Head of Global Medical Affairs & Health Sciences Strategy in Cognizant, responsible for all 3 verticals – Healthcare, Life Sciences & Medical Devices – under the Cognizant Health Sciences division. His role involves spearheading Cognizant’s efforts in shaping the medical strategy for the Health Sciences division. He has been…

Dr. Lestter Cruz Serrano is the Global Head of Medical Affairs in Cognizant Life Sciences group. He is also the global lead for Site Engagement team driving regional site adoption of various technology platform, like, Shared Investigator Platform (SIP), across regions in US, Canada, EU, ASIA-PAC, Africa and LATAM. He has led Cognizant’s efforts, in…

Dr. Linda Pao is committed to excellent, neurological, comprehensive care. She believes in treating each unique patient with respect, compassion, and expertise. Her approach to neurological diseases incorporates evidence-based medicine, as well as genetics, exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle. She is a graduate of the prestigious Program in Liberal Medical Education at Brown University in Providence,…

Lindsey Morales has worked in the clinical research industry for the last 18 years at sponsors, CROs and research sites. Her background includes roles in site relationship management, site identification, feasibility, study start-up and site monitoring. She currently serves as an Associate Director in Clinical Site Partners at Gilead Sciences. Lindsey holds a Bachelor’s degree…

Lindsey Morales has worked in the clinical research industry for the last 20 years at sponsors, CROs and research sites. Her background includes roles in site relationship management, site identification, feasibility, study start-up and site monitoring. She currently serves as an Associate Director in Clinical Site Partners at Gilead Sciences. Lindsey holds a Bachelor’s degree…

Lisa Bjornestad joined the DM Clinical team in 2022, but has been a well-respected veteran in the clinical research industry for the past 27 years. As a new graduate, Lisa began her journey as a clinical research coordinator and has extensive experience in site operations, having directed both early and late phase research centers for…

Lisa brings over 30 years of experience in healthcare and drug development, combining clinical expertise with strategic leadership. She holds dual degrees—a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)—and has consistently leveraged her background as a Registered Nurse to drive innovation and operational excellence throughout her career. Lisa began…

Lisa brings over 30 years of experience in healthcare and drug development, combining clinical expertise with strategic leadership. She holds dual degrees—a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)—and has consistently leveraged her background as a Registered Nurse to drive innovation and operational excellence throughout her career. Lisa began…

Lisa leads the Strategic Customer Engagement organization at Medidata, ensuring our customers’ voices drives the value we bring to market. Lisa is a seasoned leader in the intersection of technology and clinical research, with nearly 25 years of experience across pharma, biotech, and medical devices. Her roles include leadership of product, engineering, AI research, and…

Liz Willock is a Strategic Partner at Advarra, having joined the organization eight years ago. With extensive experience as a seasoned IRB Board member, bioethics consultant, and a background in pharmaceuticals, she is committed to improving health access and equity – a dedication that spans more than two decades. Liz has collaborated with community and…

I’m the General Manager at Optimal Clinical Trials, New Zealand’s top performing late phase clinical research group. In partnership with early phase leader, New Zealand Clinical Research (NZCR), we have seven centres across the country and able to offer you the largest, most experienced Phase 1 to 4 capability in Australasia. You can trust us…

Lloryn Hubbard is a distinguished leader in clinical research, dedicated to advancing health equity and ensuring diverse populations are represented in clinical trials. As the Director of Clinical Trial Diversity and Patient Voice at Daiichi Sankyo, she drives initiatives that enhance inclusivity in clinical trials and fostering meaningful engagement with underrepresented communities. Previously, Lloryn served…

A seasoned executive leader with a global footprint in Clinical Research, Clinical Affairs, Operations, Translational, and Basic Research, possessing over 15 years of expertise in comprehensive clinical project management, CEO experience, and M&A expertise. Lora contributes an additional layer of strategic insight and business acumen operating at a world-class level. She is focused on the…

Lori Rich brings over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance. Prior to joining Elligo she worked as VP of Financial Operations for ClinEdge and BTC Network, where she developed and executed on department goals and scaled the capabilities of the service offerings. Now as VP of Financial Operations for the Financial Management Services…

Louisa originally joined the company as a Marketing Manager in 2018 at the Rochester Clinical Research site, where she last served as the Vice President of Business Operations. At Atlas she currently is responsible for recruitment across the network, marketing communications, patient engagement and retention, and provides strategic vision related to the growth of the…

Dr. Lovie Negrin, CEO of Randomize Now, works to involve marginalized communities in clinical trials, implementing strategies to educate and offer advanced treatments with the goal to reduce healthcare disparities. She is also a co-founder of the Noir Research Collective, a membership SMO.

Dr. Lovie Negrin, CEO of Randomize Now Research Centers, has been a driving force in increasing the participation of underserved communities in clinical trials. Her unwavering commitment to research and patient advocacy is reflected in her efforts to educate marginalized populations and ensure they have access to groundbreaking therapies. A champion of decentralized research, Dr….

Lucas Litewka was the Clinical Trials Business Development Manager at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, within the research directorate where he provided centralised expertise to over a dozen decentralised clinical trial units within the hospital. As a Senior Medical Scientist, Lucas worked on a broad portfolio of clinical neurological research, including: co-registration of MRI/PET/CT/SPECT for epilepsy…

Lucia is the founder and Director of Research for Evolve Clinical Research, a diverse multi-site network of sites in Arizona. She has worked in the field for over a decade playing multiple key roles at the site level for over and as consultant for academic centers and pharmaceutical companies. In her current role, Lucia oversees…

Since 2016 Lucie is on a mission to build a professional network of clinical research sites – Clinical Research Center in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. She is developing a team of professional trained clinical study coordinators who increase the work efficiency of physicians and patient comfort. Joined collaboration of CRC study coordinator and investigator…

Luis has over 25 years of experience in clinical trials. He is a world trotter professional who has lived and worked in Europe, US and Asia. He has a wide range of expertise that includes, just to name few, clinical operations, feasibility strategy, site relationship development and management, and decentralized engagement solutions. Luis is an…

I am a physician specializing in public health with over 13 years of experience in clinical trials and healthcare management. As the Chief Medical Officer for the European Clinical Trials Information Network (ClinicalTrials.eu), I lead initiatives to enhance patient access to critical research data, facilitating transparency and patient safety in the process. My areas of…

Luke Gelinas is Sr. Chair Director at Advarra. He is trained in Philosophy and Bioethics, with a PhD from the University of Toronto and a Postdoc at the NIH Clinical Center Department of Bioethics. Luke is interested in all areas of research ethics and has published both empirical and normative articles on topics including payment…

Lydia Beaudette (MSc) has 10 years experience at site networks in Clinical Research, currently operating within Centricity Research’s leadership team as the Director of Growth & Strategic Partnerships. At Centricity, she directs the project management office with a specific focus on new site initiations & integrations, and enterprise-level projects. Lydia serves as a board member…

Lynn is the founder of Circle Clinical Research, whose mission is to advance health equity. She brings a unique perspective by combining her extensive professional expertise with her deep sense of responsibility towards her tribal heritage and staying grounded in Indigenous values.

I am a Clinical Research Professional with over a decade of experience in the CRO industry, I have gained comprehensive insights working in both full-service and outsourcing models. My career has spanned various roles, from entry-level positions to management, providing me with a holistic understanding of the clinical research landscape. My expertise includes managing Phase…

Maimah Karmo is the Founder/CEO of the Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) and a nineteen-year survivor of breast cancer. On February 28, 2006, at 4:45 p.m., Maimah was diagnosed with Stage 2 triple negative breast cancer. She had no family history and was 32-years old. While undergoing her second round of chemotherapy, she made a promise to…

Maimah Karmo is the Founder/CEO of the Tigerlily Foundation (Tigerlily) and a nineteen-year survivor of breast cancer. On February 28, 2006, at 4:45 p.m., Maimah was diagnosed with Stage 2 triple negative breast cancer. She had no family history and was 32-years old. While undergoing her second round of chemotherapy, she made a promise to…

Malgorzata is both a doctor and an MBA graduate with over 10 years of experience in sales and marketing in the pharmaceutical industry (Merck,Sharp &Dohme, Servier), and +15 years in clinical trials. She successfully developed a private research site in Krakow, Poland as a unique model of a specialized oncohematology unit, which joined the elite…

As the Sr. Director of Security, Corporate QA and Compliance, Marc is leading the corporate security, quality and compliance initiatives at CRIO. Additionally, he’s serving as CRIO’s Data Protection Officer. Prior to CRIO, Marc was leading the Quality Assurance efforts at snapIoT, now part of Fortrea. Before snapIoT, Marc was a key member of the…

María Peláez has been living with Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD) since the onset of symptoms at age 15. For the past two years, she has actively collaborated with FSHD Spain, providing support to newly diagnosed patients and members, and assisting Project Mercury in accelerating access to treatments once approved by the EMA. She participated in…

We are a dedicated clinical research group based in Argentina. I am the president and one of the owners of the company. After COVID19 pandemic we grew exponentially and we are undergoing a technology transformation , we have implemented a CTMS that has enhanced our operations. We are expanding our areas od interest and have…

CEO at AGA CLINICAL TRIALS, and Board Member at HyperCore International. Dedicated, passionate and focus oriented Research professional with a diverse background, holds triple certification (CPI, CCRP, QM-IAOCR). Her expertise extends globally to USA & Ecuador where she continues to impact the Medical and clinical Research field.

As a Consultant Pharmacist in Clinical Trials and Oncology/Haematology, Liam fulfils the role of the National Research Lead and Cancer Care Educator – Pharmacy for Ramsay Health Care. In this role he is responsible for strategy delivery and workforce development nationally in these specialist areas. Liam is a member of the SHPA Clinical Trials Leadership…

Maricelly is a Clinical Research Administration professional with over 10 years of experience in clinical trials budgeting, billing, and financial management. Maricelly joins from City of Hope where she holds the Director, Clinical Trials Administration role. In this role, Maricelly oversees a pre-award team responsible for study set up and calendar build in the institution’s…

Marie Craig, CSP EMEA Regional Lead, has 25 years experience in Clinical Trials, 18 of them in MSD as SCRA, CPM, PLM and most recently CRA Manager. Marie brings outstanding operational and leadership skills together with deep knowledge of MSD Clinical Trial Portfolio. Her planning and analytical capabilities together with excellent communication skills, combined with…

Marie currently serves as a Director, Security Frameworks Governance at Medidata Solutions, where she has significantly reduced organizational risk and spearheaded the implementation of robust security frameworks. Marie is deeply committed to advocating for responsible AI adoption, advancing cybersecurity, business, and leadership. She volunteers her time with the New Jersey ISC2 and ISACA Chapters and…

Mark Campbell is the Chief Operating Officer at EmVenio Research, a PCM Trials Company. He joined PCM Trials during its acquisition of EmVenio in February 2025, having initially joined EmVenio in May 2021. With over 25 years of leadership experience in drug development, research site networks, and clinical technology, he brings valuable expertise to both…

Marlenie was born in Belize, Central America, but lived in various countries in the region; making Panama and Costa Rica her “home”; before moving permanently to Florida, in 2006. Marlenie is a Physical Therapist and focused her work on kids with Cerebral Palsy- when she concluded her studies in Costa Rica. When she arrived in…

Marti has worked in clinical research for nearly 28 years. She started as a clinical research nurse and has worked in a variety of specialty areas, including the start up of a large research program within a private physician specialty practice prior to moving to her current role at Norton Healthcare where she has been…

Dr. Dehlinger-Kremer brings over 30 years of experience in the research industry, including 30 years with a particular focus on global regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and pediatric leadership. At ICON’s Center for Pediatric Clinical Development, she supports pediatric develpments and advances in pediatric research. Additionally, as Co-Chair of ICON’s Maternal-Fetal Medicine Unit, Dr. Dehlinger-Kremer contributes…

Ms. Anderson has over 30 years of global clinical research industry experience across all phases of drug development. Her experience spans the biotech space, leading clinical development teams at large CRO’s and currently as COO at Profound Research.

Dr. Shegog brings decades of experience in cultivating health equity in diverse communities. She provides community insight to improve and expand services, evaluate programs, manage grants, and work collaboratively to secure additional funding. She is the Director of Health Equity and Programs at the Lazarex Cancer Foundation, where she works in partnership with multiple institutions…

Matt is the CEO / Principal Consultant for The Pathways Group where he assists sites with budget/contract negotiation, accounts receivable management, and financial audits. He has over 17 years of experience in clinical research at the site and sponsor levels. On the site side, Matt has worked as a study coordinator, regulatory coordinator, site manager,…

Matt Kramer has over twenty-five years of experience as an attorney representing clients in contract and collection matters both in and out of bankruptcy court. Matt provides solutions to overcome clinical research site payment delays, provides practical solutions that do not drain site resources, and negotiates contracts that best protect the financial interests of research…

Mazhar Jaffry is the CEO of Revival Research Institute and has over 32 years of expertise in the healthcare field. He has been a valuable resource for the Clinical Research industry from its inception. Mazhar Jaffry has long been an outspoken supporter of patient-centered care. His trailblazing initiatives, novel therapeutic approaches, collaborative efforts, ethical practices,…

Meera oversees site relations at Medpace. She comes from a CRA background and currently manages CRAs as well as site relationship coordinators. The combined oversight within clinical monitoring allows for collaboration within internal teams, understanding of sites/site networks’ perspectives and lessons learned to allow for process improvements.

Megan has 17 years of clinical trials experience working in a range of roles within IQVIA and within the Australian + New Zealand clinical research industry. She is committed to the implementation of flexible, patient-centric, site-friendly and solution focused delivery methods in all aspects of clinical trials, resulting in positive outcomes for patients. Megan’s current…

Meghan McKenzie is a Director of Health Equity and Clinical Research in Genentech’s Chief Diversity Office. She develops strategies to drive greater inclusion of underrepresented patient populations in clinical research and to advance healthcare access by working directly with sites in our Advancing Inclusive Research (AIR) Site Alliance and by gaining patient insights to change…

Meghan serves as the VP, Clinical Trial Financial Management at Medidata driving product roadmap and strategy across the Budgeting and Payments solution suite. Meghan started her career as a Masters level psychologist working within a medical care team treating patients with ALS and traumatic brain injury. It was through this privileged relationship with patients facing…

Melanie Eckoff is a seasoned Product Manager at Clario, bringing over a decade of expertise in clinical trials and technology. With nearly seven years of experience in site-facing operations—ranging from technical support to clinical software education—she is now in her fourth year specializing in site and patient applications for electronic Clinical Outcome Assessments (eCOA). Leveraging…

I have worked in the research arena for over 22 years in a range of capacities – research assistant, coordinator, manager, auditor and now compliance – as well as in a multitude of research institutions. It is the only career I’ve ever known! I am passionate about training the next generation to understand not only…

Melissa is the Head of Site Management and Monitoring (HSMM) and oversees key tasks related to site management, territory development and country study support. The Head of SMM is responsible for monitoring resource management, capacity assessments of Clinical Research Associate (CRA) workload and overall quality of monitoring deliverables. With 20 years of clinical research experience…

Michael Cohen, MSc, MBA, SEP, is the Senior Director and Lead of Environmental Sustainability at PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Michael leads PPD’s environmental sustainability strategy focused on models, decarbonization and carbon accounting. Michael did his undergraduate studies at University of California, Berkeley and graduate work at Northwestern University, as well as completing an…

Michael J. Koren, MD, is a practicing cardiologist and CEO of ENCORE Research Group, which has 7 locations in the state of Florida. He received his medical degree cum laude at Harvard Medical School. He completed his internal medicine residency and cardiology fellowship at New York Hospital/Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center/Cornell Medical Center. He is a…

Michael Pierre is a Project Manager for SCRS and has been part of SCRS and the Summit program beginning with the first Summit held in New Mexico in 2006. He brings 18 years of experience in negotiating clinical trial agreements and budgets between sites and sponsors/CROs, including budget build and site contract support for phase…

Michael Rogan is the Senior Director, Mobile Application Experience at Greenphire, where he is responsible for developing products to support participant success in clinical trials. Michael started his work life building financial software on Wall Street, and then got a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience, publishing research on how information is processed in dangerous/stressful conditions. Michael…

My name is Michaela Bertram. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Michael. We have 2 beautiful children – Beckham (15) and Zoey (13). I am currently the clinical cancer research manager at the Avera Cancer Institute in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. My nursing career began in January of 2009 when I started as…

I am a chemical engineer by education with additional masters in public health. With 18+years experience in clinical research – as CRA, sCRA, PM, SC, Site Director – at Sponsor companies, CROs, site network and Vendor. Recently, I have joined Global Clinical Trials, as Business Development Director. GCT is a Contract Research organization operating in…

Dr Michelle M. Dompenciel is a staff neurologist at the Cleveland Clinic Florida in Palm Beach County. She joined Cleveland Clinic in 2004 as part of her training in neurology. She completed a Fellowship in Electrodiagnostic medicine at Cleveland Clinic and she focuses on general adult neurology. She is also a clinical assistant professor of…

Michelle is an award-winning health technology entrepreneur with a particular interest in artificial intelligence, clinical trials and ethics. Recently commencing as the inaugural CEO of Cerulea Clinical Trials in 2024, a spin out from the Centre for Eye Research Australia, Michelle’s current focus is on building a world-leading ophthalmic clinical trials site specialising in gene…

With almost 20 years of experience in the clinical trial industry, Michelle Ray brings a unique perspective to Greenphire where she serves as Director of Customer Success. In her clinical trial career, she spent almost a decade leading a region in global site payments for a top CRO and served as a project management director…

Mike is a seasoned leader with over 13 years of experience in Patient Recruitment, known for his results-oriented approach. He has successfully led teams in Finance, Operations, and Commercial sectors, demonstrating his ability to drive performance and achieve strategic goals. Currently, Mike serves as the President of CSSi, where he continues to leverage his leadership…

Mike Surlak’s title may be Director, Business Development as of recently; however, his 15 years of experience in Oncology Research has allowed for him to see the needs of all stakeholders. He started his career as a Data/Study Coordinator before moving into the Project Management track at several CROs. Because he felt that the sites…

Mireille Carrillo is an experienced healthcare and clinical research professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in clinical trials and financial management. I am currently a Site Alliance Manager for Parexel, a leading global clinical research organization. Prior to joining Parexel, I held a position overseeing all contracts, budgets, and revenue cycle for a…

With over 16 years of experience in clinical research and executive management, I am a results-oriented and visionary leader, including 12 years as CEO. I have successfully led the strategic direction, design, and execution of complex clinical programs across various therapeutic areas. My expertise spans the entire clinical development lifecycle, with a focus on advancing…

Mireya Medina serves as the Site Director at IMA Clinical Research in Albuquerque, NM, bringing over 15 years of extensive experience in clinical research across psychiatry, neurology, medical, and device studies. Her role encompasses the strategic establishment of trial objectives and the foundational standards required for their execution. With a keen focus on compliance, Mireya…

Miro heads operations and strategy for Rare Disease Research (RDR), a growing independent site network for rare disease trials. In addition to conducting over 50 active rate disease clinical trials, RDR is solving other pressing problems in clinical research, Offering a full-featured cloud CTMS for sites (Davesa Health) and a research home health service for…

Missy Gottschlich PA-C, MPAS is Sr. Director, Site Networks for Accellacare (part of ICON, plc). In her role, she leads US clinical site teams with the remit of operationalizing clinical trials across multi-therapeutic sites for the Accellacare network. Missy’s research experience ranges from sub-investigator duties to overseeing clinical site teams. She has been with ICON…

I am a clinical research professional with 10 years of experience (industry and academic medical institutions), ranging from regulatory/startup to project management. I have a proven ability in building strategic partnerships; both internal and external, contract/budget negotiations, managing cross-functional teams, and managing multiple global projects. In my current role, I provide internal and external support,…

Monique Adams is the Executive Director, Global Head, Diversity & Inclusion in Clinical Trials at Sanofi. Monique is working with internal and external partners to drive Sanofi’s vision, strategy and implementation of a holistic framework for inclusion and diversity in clinical trials. Before joining Sanofi, Monique served as the Director for Janssen Clinical Innovation in…

Dr. Muhammed Y. Idris is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Public Health at Morehouse School of Medicine, where he also serves as Assistant Director leading digital transformation initiatives within the Clinical Research Center. He is the founding Co-Director of the Center for Digital Health, where his work focuses on the design, validation, and implementation…

Murtaza brings over 13 years of extensive experience in the fields of business analytics, management, and multifaceted roles in marketing, technology, and business growth. With a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering tangible results, he has become a seasoned professional in navigating the dynamic landscape of modern business. A key driver of…

Nach is a seasoned professional with over 17 years of experience in clinical development, specializing in business expansion and strategic growth. He has held key positions across industry-leading organizations, from strategic consulting firms to top CROs, where he has played a pivotal role in driving revenue and fostering partnerships. In his recent roles at Parexel,…

Hafa Adai, I am Nalene Mesa, from the island of Guam born from Chamorro parents with my mother from Saipan and my father from Guam. I’m passionate about advancing inclusive research and finding opportunities that reach indigenous communities across Pasifika and the diaspora. I co-lead an employee resource group at Genentech called Empowering Communities of…

Dr, Gabrail is a Hematologist/Oncologist at Gabrail Cancer and Research Center and Sargon Research Network. He Graduated from Medical School , Mosul, Iraq. Trained in Internal Medicine in Edinburgh Scotland and in Hematopathology at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. After Hem/Onc fellowship at the University of Missouri he joined the faculty at Saint Louis University…

With 20 years of extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, I have had the opportunity to embrace a variety of roles that have significantly contributed to my professional growth. I have served as both a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) and Clinical Research Manager (CRM), where I was responsible for overseeing clinical trials across diverse therapeutic…

Nathan McCavery is a Senior Director at Celerion and has spent the last 13 years’ working in the early clinical development space. Coming from an international business background, Nathan has held a range of positions in small to mid-size contract research organizations, all commercial in nature and some involving operational oversight. His recent focus has…

Neha Shah Londoño is a passionate, strategic-minded professional with 25 years industry experience. She has end to end knowledge of the drug development process starting her career as a study coordinator and progressing through roles of growing responsibility in clinical operations within the CRO sector. Neha has spent the last 13 years on the sponsor…

Neha Shah Londoño is a passionate, strategic-minded professional with 25 years industry experience. She has end to end knowledge of the drug development process starting her career as a study coordinator and progressing through roles of growing responsibility in clinical operations within the CRO sector. Neha has spent the last 13 years on the sponsor…

Neil Sheth serves as Director of Medical Operations, US at Accelerated Enrollment Solutions within the clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Dr. Sheth is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Lipidology and has over 10 years of PI experience.

Neil Sheth serves as Director of Medical Operations, US at Accelerated Enrollment Solutions within the clinical research business of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Dr. Sheth is Board Certified in Family Medicine and Lipidology and has over 10 years of PI experience.

Nelly joined Parexel in May of 2021 as the Chief Information Security Officer. Nelly brings over 24 years of leadership experience in managing Cyber risks and developing robust Cybersecurity programs. Prior to joining Parexel, Nelly was deputy CISO/Managing Director at Moody’s. Nelly has extensive experience in building Information Security Programs, implementing defenses based on best…

Nicholas Focil is the founder and CEO of FOMAT Medical Research– an Integrated Research Organization with over 10 years of experience conducting clinical research in a wide variety of therapeutic areas. As CEO of a medical research company, Nicholas aims to diversify clinical trials, bring innovative healthcare to underrepresented populations, and ensure that high-quality data…

Nicholas Focil is the founder and CEO of FOMAT Medical Research– an Integrated Research Organization with over 10 years of experience conducting clinical research in a wide variety of therapeutic areas. As CEO of a medical research company, Nicholas aims to diversify clinical trials, bring innovative healthcare to underrepresented populations, and ensure that high-quality data…

Nick has worked at Merck since graduating from Temple’s Beasley School of Law in 2019, after interning there in the summer of 2018. He is a member of the Global Site Agreements team, and specifically supports the Asia Pacific region for site contracting.

Dr Chapman is passionate about making clinical trials available to patients in Australia and has made a career out supporting the high quality implementation of trials. Since joining the Macquarie University CTU 5 years ago, the unit has grown from a team of 19 supporting 40 trials, to a well trained, highly valued team of…

Nicolas Cindric works for Elevate as a sell-side advisor for lower middle-market companies. Prior to joining the company, he worked in similar roles for True North M&A and Cornerstone Business Services, where he was responsible for leading each firm’s healthcare M&A practices. Before his work at Cornerstone, Nicolas managed the investment activities for The Cavill…

Nicole has over 20 years of consulting and strategy design benefitting the complex healthcare environment. In her role as Research Director for the IQVIA Institute for Human Data Science, she has led Institute research focused on global pharmaceutical R&D-related topics. In this work, she partners with team members, IQVIA experts, and industry thought leaders to…

With an educational background in Behavioral Neuroscience and Biotechnology, Nicole Saladino currently serves as Manager, Business Development for Javara Research. In this role, Nicole focuses on Sponsor and CRO relations, working with site leaders to bring the right study opportunities to the right patients and physician investigators at Javara sites across the nation. Prior to…

Nonso Ezema, is an internal medicine physician and clinical research professional with about a decade of experience as an investigator. He graduated medical school from the University of Nigeria, completed his residency at the Mount Sinai Hospital Chicago and also completed his Master of Business(MBA) from the Louisiana state university Shreveport. He currently practices in…

Olivia McIver, BSN-RN, is a highly accomplised professional who serves as the Director of Operations at Applied Research Center of Arkansas. With a strong background in nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, Olivia brings a unique perspective to her role, combining her clinical expertise with her leadership skills.

Pamela Atwell provides senior leadership and collaborates with colleagues in Fortrea’s Global Clinical Development department to build strategies that enable successful delivery of hematology/oncology clinical trials for our customers, with the patient and site front of mind, through the design of evidence-based study plans, study engineering and study governance. Ms. Atwell has more than 30…

I have over 20 years experience in clinical sciences and operations, currently serving as EU Regional Study Managers Head at Clinical Study Unit/Clinical Sciences and Operations in sanofi. I am also currently in a mission as EU CT Submission Strategy Manager, overseeing Part II CTIS submission in the context of EU CT Regulation. I have…

Patryk Ogórek MD is a distinguished physician and researcher, with significant expertise in clinical research. Over the years, he has managed numerous clinical trials, gaining the critical skills and insights necessary to excel in this dynamic field. As a former owner of several clinical research centers, Ogórek MD has a deep understanding of the intricacies…

Paul Evans, PhD has worked in the pharmaceutical industry for over 30 years. He is currently President and CEO of Velocity Clinical Research, which owns and operates investigator sites across multiple therapeutic areas in the US and Europe. From a private equity start-up in 2018 Velocity has grown to be the largest SMO (Site Management…

Ms. Nunes, originally from Ecuador, brings over 30 years of research experience. She began her career at Hoffmann-LaRoche in Nutley, NJ, working in drug discovery. In North Carolina, she contributed to the Department of General Surgery Research at the Cannon Research Center of Atrium Health, focusing on oncology and immunology research in both preclinical and…

Peter Fredette has well over 20 years of experience in the drug development industry, including pre-clinical toxicology and all phases of clinical research. He is most experienced in early phase oncology research but has worked across multiple therapeutic areas. Peter is well known in the industry for his experience and collaborative efforts to continually drive…

Peter Fredette has well over 20 years of experience in the drug development industry, including pre-clinical toxicology and all phases of clinical research. He is most experienced in early phase oncology research but has worked across multiple therapeutic areas. Peter is well known in the industry for his experience and collaborative efforts to continually drive…

Peter Koefler serves as the Process Excellence and Delivery Director at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. In this role, he is dedicated to helping to further the strategic advancement of Clinical Site Startup & Engagement (CSSE) through innovation and excellence. Peter leads and supports the implementation of process optimization by aligning with business practices. He possesses extensive experience…

Phillip Stanford is a transformative leader in the life sciences and healthcare space, with over 15 years of experience driving innovation and operational excellence. As Senior Director of Technology & Innovation at EmVenio Research, he leads teams that deliver cutting-edge solutions for clinical trials and research. Previously, at Allucent, he spearheaded IT strategy and business…

Piotr Sawicki – Graduate and lecturer at the Kozminski University. He has been associated with the clinical trials market since the late 1990s, dealing with the activities of Research Sites and patient recruitment and retention. Co-founder of the Osteomed Medical Center and the Clinical Research Center ( Phase I unit) An expert in Site Management,…

Piotr Sawicki – Graduate and lecturer at the Kozminski University. He has been associated with the clinical trials market since the late 1990s, dealing with the activities of Research Sites and patient recruitment and retention. Co-founder of the Osteomed Medical Center and the Clinical Research Center ( Phase I unit) An expert in Site Management,…

Pip has over 25 years’ experience in clinical research and over 15 years’ experience managing high performing teams. Pip has a unique understanding of all the stakeholders involved in delivery of clinical trials, having held senior roles in CROs, pharmaceutical companies and at sites. Pip has a passion for simplifying operations and increasing efficiency, so…

Dr. Quincy J. Byrdsong is the Vice President for Research Operations at Ballad Health in Johnson City, Tennessee. In this role, Dr. Byrdsong has strategic, operational, and programmatic oversight of all research efforts within Ballad Health. Dr, Byrdsong is charged with the development and implementation of Ballad’s strategic research plan, Vision for Superior Discovery, oversees…

A dedicated individual with over 20 years’ experience in the Clinical Research industry and 8 additional years in Research and Development in wound care and small biotech. Has experience across a wide range of clinical trial functions in Site Networks and CROs, from Operations, Project Management, Business Development, Data and Financial management to Patient Engagement…

Rachael McKenzie is the Director of Patient Recruitment Services at the Lynn Health Science Institute (LHSI). With over 20 years of experience in sleep medicine and 13 years in leadership roles, Rachael brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her position. She has been with the Lynn Institute for 3 years, where she oversees…

Rachel has worked across various areas of the clinical research industry including in a site network, a CRO, and currently at a sponsor company, as the Director of Site Planning & Optimization for Boehringer Ingelheim. In her current role, she is part of the Clinical Development and Operations Leadership team, leading a group focused on…

Rachel has worked across various areas of the clinical research industry including in a site network, a CRO, and currently at a sponsor company, as the Director of Site Planning & Optimization for Boehringer Ingelheim. In her current role, she is part of the Clinical Development and Operations Leadership team, leading a group focused on…

Radhika is a passionate Clinical Researcher and Site Advocate with over 20 years of experience and expertise from Trial Coordination to Trial Unit establishment. She has diverse clinical trial expertise in interventional and device studies spread across multiple therapeutic areas. She has operational and managerial experience in the public, private, commercial and academic sectors within…

With over 20 years of experience in clinical research, scaling organizations, M&As and turning around site performance, Radoslaw Janiak MBA, MD understands the nuances of site operations, effective patient engagement strategies and protecting study timelines. Dr Janiak oversaw over 70 studies as a Principal and Co-Investigator at one of the first Dedicated Research Sites in…

CEO of Irvine Clinical Research, the largest independent site network on the US West Coast, as measured by clinical trial payments. Irvine has four sites in Greater Los Angeles area with diverse doctors, staff, and study participants. Irvine’s research is focused in Neurology, and also has specialists in Psychiatry and Obesity.

Results-driven and people-oriented leader with over 20 years of experience as an internationally trained physician, specializing in clinical research, business development, and strategic planning. Known for establishing and optimizing systems that elevate operational efficiency and consistently surpass performance targets. A proven relationship-builder and communicator fluent in English and Arabic, with an exceptional ability to cultivate…

Raymond Nomizu is the co-founder and co-CEO of CRIO, an e-clinical provider for sponsors, CROs and sites. CRIO’s system allows research sites to collect data accurately and contemporaneously, and sponsors to view the data in real-time, without costly source data verification. Prior to founding CRIO, Raymond owned and operated an independent clinical research site; co…

Dr. Rebecca Goldfaden has been with East Coast Institute for Research (ECIR) a Rovia Clinical Research Company, for over twelve years and is currently Head of Scientific Affairs. She holds a Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Florida and completed a PGY- 1 Pharmacy Residency focused on cardiology and endocrinology. Dr. Goldfaden also completed…

Rebecca Little is an Executive Vice President, Clinical Strategy and Development at ObjectiveHealth. Prior to joining ObjectiveHealth, Rebecca led the global commercial team for ICON’s clinical research site network, where Rebecca specialized in developing and growing partnerships with both large pharma and biotechs, specifically in the therapeutic areas of Immuno-Inflammation (GI and Derm), Respiratory, CNS,…

Rebecca has worked in the clinical research field for the past 15 years. She has led clinical operations activities in both the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Her experience includes clinical operations department leadership, new process creation and training, clinical compliance and GCP leadership, TMF and CTMS development, inspection readiness leadership, hosting regulatory inspections, internal…

Renee Smith has over 25 years of experience in research and healthcare. Renee currently holds the role of Head, Early Development Capabilities and Alliances in the Oncology Therapeutic Area at Johnson & Johnson (J&J) Innovation Medicines. Prior to J&J, Renee served as Associate Vice President of Global Quality and Education at Sarah Cannon. Her experience…

Renuka Agarwal is the CEO and Co-Founder of UpTrials, a software solution to help clinical research employers hire better talent faster. UpTrials algorithmically matches employers to 1,000+ prescreened clinical research professionals, reducing time to fill to- 2 weeks. Renuka founded UpTrials to address the clinical research understaffing she witnessed while at Tempus, as a Senior…

Over the past 28+ years I have worked in multiple clinical operations roles at CROs and Johnson & Johnson. Since joining Johnson & Johnson in 2001, I have worked in multiple individual and people leader roles within local and global clinical operations to operationalize and deliver phase II-IV insourced and outsourced clinical research trials. My…

I practiced podiatry in San Antonio and was president of San Antonio Podiatry Associates for 40 years until I retired in 2020. I was founder and president of Endeavor Clinical Trials for 25 years. In 2017, Evolution Research Group(ERG) acquired Endeavor and I was a consultant/investigator for ERG until 2022. Currently, I act as an…

Richie McCann is Global Head of Budgeting and Site Payments at Greenphire. Richie has been in the SaaS (Software as a Service) industry for over 15 years, beginning his career at Salesforce. Whilst there he learnt the value of understanding his B2B customers’ business challenges and making their consumer journey the absolute focus. Over five…

Richie McCann is Global Head of Budgeting and Site Payments at Greenphire. Richie has been in the SaaS (Software as a Service) industry for over 15 years, beginning his career at Salesforce. Whilst there he learnt the value of understanding his B2B customers’ business challenges and making their consumer journey the absolute focus. Over five…

Rick has 30 years of Life Science experience, spending the last 20+ devoted to Clinical Research. Rick is currently supporting site operations leadership with Velocity Clinical Research. Before Velocity, Rick spent 15 years in leadership roles at IQVIA as well as having prior research experience in the medical device industry and managing an academic research…

Rick has over 20 years of experience in the Clinical Research industry. He was part owner and helped build one of the largest multi-specialty research sites in the US over a 13 year period. With a lack of truly effective and efficient CTMS systems available, he put his education in Information Systems to work and…

Rick graduated with a degree in Marketing from the Pennsylvania State University and is a member of the Hammond Society, having served on Penn State’s Smeal College of Business Alumni Society Board of Directors from 1999 through 2013. Rick is also one of the founding members and former President of the Smeal Business Club of…

Rick has over 20 years of experience in the Clinical Research industry. He was part owner and helped build one of the largest multi-specialty research sites in the US over a 13 year period. With a lack of truly effective and efficient CTMS systems available, he put his education in Information Systems to work and…

With over six years of experience in clinical trial marketing, I am currently serving as the Associate Director of Global Site Accounts at StudyKIK. Primarily involved in driving strategies that enhance site engagement and streamline global site operations, contributing to the success of numerous clinical trials worldwide. I am passionate about leveraging innovative solutions to…

Rima Darwiche, the 2023 Women In Leadership Awardee from BioMelbourne Network, is a highly accomplished professional with a passion for improving patient access to life-saving therapies. Holding a Bachelor of Medical Science in Immunology from the University of Melbourne and a PhD scholarship, Rima transitioned to a career in pharmacy to connect with patients directly….

Rita Cunha de Eça is the Head of Clinical Research Center and Deputy Director of Hospital da Luz Learning Health, a company that belongs to the largest private healthcare group in Portugal. She works in the healthcare sector for 16 years, having started at Hospital da Luz Lisboa. Rita had the privilege of being part…

Having dedicated his life to making a positive impact on others, Bob Boyd has built a distinguished career in nonprofit leadership and community service. Bob is married to Elizabeth, his loving partner of 26 years, and together they have four wonderful adult children. They reside in Suwanee, Georgia. Bob’s professional journey began with the Boy…

Dr. Roberto Aguirre, VP, Founder, and Global Research Director of AGA Clinical Trials since 2007, stands at the forefront of clinical research leadership. His journey is a testament to unwavering commitment, innovation, and transformative impact. As one of AGA Clinical Trials’ original founders, Dr. Aguirre spearheaded strategic initiatives that transformed the organization into one of…

Robin Baker is a Physician Assistant with over thirty years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has a rich background in clinical research, having owned and operated a research site for several years, where she gained firsthand insight into the complexities and challenges of conducting high-quality clinical trials. In her career, Robin has demonstrated…

Robin joined Medidata Solutions in March 2024 as VP, Research Site Engagement and will be leading efforts for Medidata’s Site Insights Program. Her clinical research career spans over 30 years, with various leadership roles at investigator sites, IQVIA, Marken, and CVS Health. She has expertise in strategy, innovation, clinical operations, DCT implementation, site engagement and…

Robin joined Medidata Solutions in March 2024 as VP, Research Site Engagement and will be leading efforts for Medidata’s Site Insights Program. Her clinical research career spans over 30 years, with various leadership roles at investigator sites, IQVIA, Marken, and CVS Health. She has expertise in strategy, innovation, clinical operations, DCT implementation, site engagement and…

Experienced clinical research professional with solid life science background (PhD from National University of Singapore, visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School), currently working as Site Engagement Lead at Sanofi, and a leadership board member at the Clinical Trial Management Society – Hungary.

CEO of a clinical trials unit that was founded from scratch in 2017 at a state hospital in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine and now developed into an organization with 15-20 multi-specialty trials running simultaneously with a potential to grow. One of the founders and current Board member of the Ukrainian Association for Clinical Research. Adept ENT doctor…

I am a dedicated Patient Diversity Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific Clinical Research Group, bringing a rich blend of military, medical, and educational experience to the forefront of clinical research. With a robust background as an enlisted medic in the Army, I have honed critical skills in emergency response and patient care, often under high-pressure…

Rosia Shah is a medical director of an innovative hybrid clinical trial site. She is dual qualified in Women’s health and internal medicine. Rosia has been in clinical research for 20 years and loves to improve trial delivery. At VCTC they have developed innovative ways to run trials ensuring a patient centric approach with high…

Dr. LeRoy Reese is a Senior Advisor and Head of the Healthcare Practice at Ichor Strategies based in New York City. He is Professor of Psychiatry at Morehouse School of Medicine where he supervises Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellows and conducts research in the Cardiovascular Research Institute. He co-directed the Pediatric Clinical and Translational Research…

Ruth Lucas is a proficient clinical research professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical trials, including extensive expertise across all phases of research, from first-in-human (Phase I) to large-scale Phase IV studies, with knowledge of the New Zealand clinical research environment and experience spanning Asia-Pacific and Europe. Throughout her career, Ruth has always…

Sabrena Mervin-Blake is a Senior Project Manager and Lead for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative where she manages, coordinates and implements a range of CTTI projects. She serves as operational partner to CTTI project team leaders and is the central person responsible for facilitating the activities of project teams. Ms….

Clinical Trials Pharmacy Manager with nearly 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry, spanning retail pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, and clinical trials. Over the past six years, my primary focus has been on delivering pharmacy services for Phase 1 First-in-Human (FIH) clinical trials, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant management of investigational products. My expertise…

Samir Jain is a Senior Director of Product Management, responsible for building Medidata’s EHR Integration strategy and Site solutions. Samir has over 20 years of experience working with healthcare technologies and organizations. Samir started his career building EHRs, leading the interoperability and standards team at Allscripts. He later spent time building large scale Health Information…

With a passion for clinical trials as a clinical care option and in advancing science, Sandy works with research sites, sponsors, and patient advocacy groups in support of WCG’s mission to improve lives by accelerating research, together. Relationships, best practices, and measuring impact are core to developing excellence in conducting clinical trials. Consulting with research…

Sara Moellering is a seasoned clinical research professional with over 17 years of experience, holding a BS in Physiological Sciences from the University of Arizona. Currently, she serves as the Director of Clinical Research Operations at the University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) in the Section of Hematology/Oncology. In this leadership role, Sara oversees…

Sarah is a seasoned oncology strategist with over 20 years of experience in oncology drug development across all indications and phases. She has a proven track record of leading clinical operations, global project management, and portfolio oversight, with a focus on advancing innovative treatments to patients and their care families. Currently serving as the Therapeutic…

Savine DaCosta is the Clinical Trial Diversity Site Lead at Biogen. Savine is a subject matter expert in community engagement, apparent and hidden disability advocacy. Her authentic, heartfelt approach has been impactful with underrepresented communities understanding of clinical research.

Scott Bannan works as the New Zealand Clinical Research Director for Merck Sharp and Dohme (MSD). Scott is also a member of the MSD-ANZ clinical trials core leadership team which oversees MSD’s portfolio of clinical trials across ANZ. His expertise and leadership skills contribute to the effective management and implementation of MSD’s research projects across…

Scott is a Vice President and the functional head of PPD’s Site Contracts and Payments team since 2023, previously the head of Site Contracts from 2016. Prior to that Scott spent almost 10 years working in Project Management. Outside of PPD Scott has experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance, IWRS and Clinical Management, and…

13+ years in various business operations functions across hospital, research site, CRO, and sponsor companies. Hands-on leader dedicated to driving operational excellence and organizational growth that delivers enhanced customer engagement and satisfaction. Effective communicator adept at storytelling and managing stakeholders. MBA, BS. Outside of work I’m a foodie, cinephile, writer, and can be found in…

Sean Stanton has dedicated the last 30 years of his career to creating successful, high-performing research sites. To date, Sean has led the start-up of 27 clinical trial sites, six inpatient hospitals, and 19 outpatient clinics. More than 5,000 clinical trials have been conducted at these sites, leading to more than 50 drug approvals. Prozac…

Sean Cunningham is a Study Site Engagement Regional Director (Americas) with Takeda Pharmaceuticals. In this role, Sean is dedicated to establishing, developing, and leveraging meaningful sponsor relationships to help accelerate the Takeda portfolio and provide sites with a positive clinical trial experience. Sean provides leadership and support for the activities of the Study Site Engagement…

Sean oversees the business development and operations for industry partnerships at the Society for Clinical Research Sites, and helped to launch SCRS with Founder, Christine Pierre. With a deep experience in association and publishing, Sean provides consultation, strategy and collaboration opportunities to the SCRS audiences, including: industry solution providers, pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations and…

Sean oversees the business development and operations for industry partnerships at the Society for Clinical Research Sites, and helped to launch SCRS with Founder, Christine Pierre. With a deep experience in association and publishing, Sean provides consultation, strategy and collaboration opportunities to the SCRS audiences, including: industry solution providers, pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations and…

Sean oversees the business development and operations for industry partnerships at the Society for Clinical Research Sites, and helped to launch SCRS with Founder, Christine Pierre. With a deep experience in association and publishing, Sean provides consultation, strategy and collaboration opportunities to the SCRS audiences, including: industry solution providers, pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations and…

Selin Kurnaz graduated from Boğaziçi University in Turkey, where she had a dual major in industrial engineering and mechanical engineering. Kurnaz then continued her education in the United States, where she obtained two masters degrees and a doctorate in mechanical engineering at the University of Michigan. Following her education, Kurnaz served as an executive consultant…

Sevtap is an accomplished healthcare industry leader with over 15 years of experience, currently serving as CEO and COO of clinical operations. Her expertise lies in guiding businesses toward expansion and achieving significant growth milestones through strategic leadership and fostering innovation. With a proven track record of building high-performing teams, Sevtap excels in site management…

Shanna has over 26 years of Clinical Research experience at both the Site and CRO level. Prior to joining Parexel Shanna held such positions as Project Manager with Total Diversity CRO and Site Director/ Co-Owner at a Phoenix, AZ based Phase I-IV Clinical Research Site.

Shanna Nixon is a seasoned industry professional with over 26 years of experience at both the CRO and Clinical Research Site. Highly experienced in building strategic site partnerships. A team-oriented director who has demonstrated attention to detail, fiscal responsibility and completion of tasks with a sense of urgency as required by the timelines and milestones…

Shanna Nixon is a seasoned industry professional with over 26 years of experience at both the CRO and Clinical Research Site. Highly experienced in building strategic site partnerships. A team-oriented director who has demonstrated attention to detail, fiscal responsibility and completion of tasks with a sense of urgency as required by the timelines and milestones…

Shannon Zimmerman is a seasoned clinical research leader with over a decade of experience in managing complex trials, strategic stakeholder engagement, and global site operations. As the Director of Site Engagement and Success at Transformative Pharmaceutical Solutions, she has played a pivotal role in expanding clinical research site support across 22 countries, driving operational excellence,…

Extensive clinical experience and over 24 years research experience across both investigator-initiated studies and pharmaceutical sponsored clinical trials. She is a Registered Nurse, Transcelerate accredited ICHGCP trainer and current PhD Candidate at the University of Sydney studying Enablers and Barriers to conducting Research within the Public Health System in NSW.

Shelby Petereit is a Clinical Research Supervisor at Avera Research Institute in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Shelby has a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in health sciences from Montana State University. Shelby leads study intake and study start-up for her team. She works alongside a leadership team who has a passion…

Shivani Shah has been with our company for 15 years and now serves as our Vice President of Operational Strategy and Excellence. She began as a Clinical Research Coordinator and worked her way up – serving in almost every position a site has to offer. She combines her in-depth knowledge of each job into a…

Established in 2010, Biopharma Informatic is an Investigator-led Clinical Research Network, intentionally expanding its research portfolio and global footprint. Central to our success is the exceptional leadership and mentorship provided by our physicians, whose expertise ensures the importance of our endeavors. Thanks to the steadfast dedication of our Principal Investigators and team, we have successfully…

Silvina Baudino is a site advocate with more than two decades of experience in the clinical trials industry. Commencing her career as a clinical research coordinator at a site in Argentina, she swiftly transitioned to various roles in clinical operations, feasibility, and project management, garnering regional and global responsibilities. Her trajectory led her to the…

Siobhán Marie Gallagher, MS is a seasoned clinical research professional with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is currently the Director, US Country Lead for Diversity and Inclusion in Clinical Trials at Sanofi, where she drives strategic initiatives to ensure clinical trial populations reflect the diversity of disease epidemiology in the…

Passionate about new drug development and commercialization with a demonstrated history of delivery in R&D and the clinical trials industry. Skilled in Change and Risk Management, Negotiation, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Operations Planning and Management, Coaching, and Strategic Planning. Strong program and project management professional with a Master of Science.

Sofie Vanderplaetsen serves as an Executive Director Project Management/Business Segment Lead in the Hematology/Oncology Therapeutic Unit within PPD/Thermo Fisher Scientific Clinical Research Group and has over 20 years in clinical research experience in both pharma and CRO settings. She holds a master’s degree in medical Biochemistry from the University of Antwerp and a Postgraduate in…

As VP Clinical Research with the Centre for Neurology Studies and National Research Lead for MAPS Canada, Sonia is a neuroscientist, Clinical Research Professional, leader, and a long-standing research nerd. She has a wealth of experience in Phase II-IV trials in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital health, and psychedelics, and is passionate about finding efficient ways…

Dr. Sonya Martin has over 21 years of clinical research experience. Most recently, she serves as the Northeast Director of Site Management and Monitoring in the US for Merck Research Laboratories (MRL). She holds a Doctorate in Public Health from Capella University which focused on the Assessment of behaviors and beliefs exhibited by African American…

Sophia McLeod is President of McLeod Strategies and Advocacy Advisor to ACRO where she leads legislative strategy, regularly meets with Congressional offices on Capitol Hill, and advances policy priorities related to clinical research

Stace Baumgarten began her career in clinical research in 2005 and, over the past 18 years, has enjoyed working for Concentrics Research, Coastal Carolina Research Center, Alcanza Clinical Research, and Clinical Research Billing. Stace has managed A/R in Clinical Conductor, RealTime, and CRIO. She has been directly involved in policy development, training, billing, collections, A/P,…

Stacie Merritt currently serves as the Director of the Ascension St. John Clinical Research Institute in Tulsa, OK. She earned a Master’s in the Science of Nursing from the University of Oklahoma. Mrs. Merritt is recognized as a board-certified Clinical Research Nurse. Throughout her career, she has participated as a Primary Investigator and Sub-investigator in…

Stella Gurgova is a passionate and motivated Certified Clinical Research Professional with 15 years of clinical research experience. Stella obtained a Master’s Degree in Clinical Research Administration in 2016. Stella has experience managing and overseeing Phase I-IV clinical trials in neurology, cardiology, women’s health, rare disease and metabolic disorders. Stella is the Founder of ES…

Stephanie Ailey is a highly accomplished industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in program management and healthcare. As the Vice President of Business Development at DM Clinical Research, she brings invaluable expertise to the national clinical trial site network. Her exceptional track record in building strategic relationships has been instrumental in driving the…

Stephanie Anderson is responsible for the delivery of Velocity’s key strategic initiatives, ensuring all departments are working together efficiently and smoothly. She also manages all internal and external communications and plays a heavy role in Velocity’s business intelligence efforts. Before assuming this role in 2023, Steph oversaw the integration of Meridian Clinical Research after it…

Stephanie Cassidy, LMHC is a clinical research professional with a strong background in patient engagement and innovative recruitment strategies. Her passion for research and patient advocacy led her to establish psychometry and recruitment/outreach departments at multiple clinical research sites across Central Florida. With a deep understanding of clinical operations and patient needs, Stephanie has been…

Stephanie joined BMS in March 2022 and is currently a Senior Global Trial Manager managing early phase immuno-oncology and hematology studies within the HOCT pillar. She also supports Diversity in Clinical Trials efforts throughout the organization. Stephanie holds a Master of Public Health in Health Management and Policy, a Bachelor of Science in Biology and…

Stephen is located in Glasgow, UK and is the External Network Lead for the EMEA within the Strategic Site Solutions team at IQVIA. o Stephen joined IQVIA 4 years ago and initially worked in site engagement activities across Europe, helping implement IQVIA’s technical solutions to support site staff in delivering their research-related goals e.g. patient…

Steve serves Pfizer’s Chief Scientific Officer and President of Research and Development (PRD) as Chief of Staff / Executive Operations. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Director, Global Operations for Comparative Medicine (CM) / Drug Safety Research and Development (DSRD) for Pfizer, Inc.. Before joining Pfizer, Steve served as Director Operations at Genzyme…

Stephen is a passionate advocate for rural communities and their families. He is the Founder and Executive Director of Boeson Research, a clinical research company with intentionally rural locations in Missoula, Kalispell, and Great Falls. Boeson Research focuses on phase 2-4 research projects in women’s health, pediatrics, family medicine, vaccines, dermatology, and mental/emotional health. He…

CEO at Atlantic Medical Research. Results-focused clinical research professional with strengths in clinical study management, regulatory compliance, patient care, and study-team collaboration. Proficient in clinical trial conduct and multidisciplinary teamwork to promote quality and productivity in meeting study timelines and milestones while ensuring patient safety. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence…

Steve Satek has more than 35 years of experience in the research industry, starting as a bench researcher at the Northwestern University Robert H. Lurie Cancer Center through senior leadership positions at the Chicago Center for Clinical Research, Radiant Research, Cognitive Drug Research, and Forenap Pharma. In 2013, Steve founded Great Lakes Clinical Trials, a…

Steve Satek has more than 30 years of experience in the clinical research industry. He began his career as a bench researcher at the Northwestern University Robert H. Lurie Cancer Center. Since that time, he has held senior leadership positions at the Chicago Center for Clinical Research, Radiant Research, Cognitive Drug Research, and Forenap Pharma,…

Stuart Young spent a decade in global roles at Synexus/AES before leading the UK business for three years. In December 2019, he became the founding CEO of Panthera Biopartners, a UK-based Site Management Organisation (SMO). Under Stuart’s leadership, Panthera has grown into a recognised leader in commercial clinical trial delivery, operating six large sites deeply…

Sue Marshall, General Manager – New Zealand for Momentum Clinical Research, provides leadership for the eight MCR sites across New Zealand, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise in executive and health management. Sue’s leadership is people-centered, with a strong focus on fostering collaborative teamwork and individual growth. Before joining Momentum, Sue served as CEO…

Sunnie Confiado is the Operations Manager for the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center (MCCCC) Florida. She has devoted over two decades of her career working at academic medical centers and higher education research institutions. Ms. Confiado became a Registered Nurse in 2004 and is credentialed in Clinical Genomic Nursing (CGN). Early in her career, she spent…

Dressage Trainer-international competitor 40 years Highlights…. Team USA member 1998 world championships in Rome Team USA member 2000 Sidney Olympics, Bronze medalist Team USA member 2002 World Championships Jarez Spain Silver medalist Rode Horses qualified and completed in Olympic Team trials and World Championship Team Trials 1997-2012.

As the Director of Business Development and Strategic Marketing at AMR – Alliance for Multispecialty Research, I leverage 25+ years of clinical trial industry experience to create and execute strategic plans and partnerships that deliver quantifiable outcomes for internal and external stakeholders. I am accomplished at identifying and closing new opportunities, building and nurturing positive,…

Susan Hernandez, Director of Clinical Affairs at M3 Wake Research, is a distinguished healthcare leader whose expertise extends to preclinical and formulation work as a pharmaceutical chemist as well as investigator in clinical trials. Susan is a dual board-certified Nurse Practitioner in Adult Gerontology/Acute Care and Family Practice, with a decade of clinical experience in…

Suzanne is the Greenslopes Private Hospital’s Gallipoli Medical Research’s (GPH-GMR)-Associate Director of Clinical Trials. In a prior role, she was Operations Manager, Scientific Officer and Deputy CEO of Q-Pharm for over 13 years, a Brisbane-based, Early-Phase clinical trial site company. Starting as a Medical Laboratory Scientist working at many of the east-coast private pathology providers,…

Swetha Khokale is an accomplished professional with over 19+ years of experience across various facets of clinical research. Currently serving as Country Head, India at Advarra, she oversees business operations, global support services and the India product and technology teams of 450+ professionals that work with global sites, sponsors, CROs and research stakeholders to decrease…

I serve as a Director at Syneos Health for Investigator Management Solutions (IMS). I oversee the payment implementation of our clinical trial sites.

I’ve worked in clinical research and development for >15 years now. I started as a clinical research coordinator and moved into a CRA role (6 years hematology/oncology), and then a National Lead CRA for US and Canada at LEO Pharma (4 years dermatology). I’ve been with Takeda for 2 years now within Study Site Engagement…

Clinical Research Professional with 11 years’ experience, working in Pharma, CRO and Clinical Sites. Committed to ethical clinical research, and patient well-being through strong collaboration between industry and trial sites.

Dr. MaGee-Rodgers currently serves in the role of Director, Recruitment and Strategic Initiatives and leads the Global Alzheimer’s Platform (GAP) Foundation Inclusive Research Initiative. She has worked in clinical research and in the field of aging for more than 20 years.

Senior leader with 15+ years in Asia Pacific developing strategy and driving operational delivery to by bring potentially life-saving or life changing medication to market faster. Experienced in building, managing, and growing operational teams across both the APAC region and globally. Skilled in developing, planning, and implementing transformational delivery models and successful integrations. I am…

Tanya is a seasoned product leader with over 15 years of experience owning and launching new products, while driving innovation within high-growth organizations. She thrives on tackling complex challenges and has a proven record of conceptualizing and launching products that solve problems, enhance efficiency and data accuracy. As a Senior Product Manager at Greenphire leading…

Taylor McMurphy, MBA is the Associate Director of Patient Utilization at Avacare Clinical Research Network. With over 10 years of clinical research experience, she has a passion all aspects of patient recruitment so sites can connect the right patients with the right trials—faster. Taylor’s expertise includes centralized recruitment, contracting and budgeting, and leveraging technology to…

Tegan Mead is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in clinical research and healthcare administration. With a career spanning over a decade, Tegan has made significant contributions to the field through her leadership, operational expertise, and commitment to excellence. Tegan joined Javara in 2018 and has held multiple operational leadership roles of increasing responsibility…

With nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Haring leads the global clinical operations organization to drive exceptional delivery, quality and data integrity for customers, while ensuring a positive experience for sponsors, sites and patients. Her investigator background, and technology and data experience, empowers the Clinical Sites & Patients team to execute data-driven solutions that produce…

In my role as the Lead Research Nurse for the South East Regional Research Delivery Network (UK), I have the pleasure of working on a transformative shift in research delivery in primary, secondary & healthcare setting. With my dedicated team, we have rapidly expanded research activity in our region, transcending the traditional boundaries of hospital…

Thobe Mthethwa-Pitt is the Senior Education Manager for the TrialHub program at Alfred Health. With over 15 years of experience in clinical trials, she has a wealth of expertise in managing a diverse range of trials, from intricate first-in-man studies to expansive international later phase trials. Thobe’s career spans various roles in diverse clinical trial…

Tiah Tomlin-Harris is a nationally recognized advocate, women’s health educator, and cancer coach dedicated to empowering women, especially Black women, impacted by breast cancer. After her diagnosis with an aggressive form of “Can’t-cer,” as she calls it, Tiah founded My Breast Years Ahead, a survivor support network, and My Style Matters, a non-profit improving health…

Tim serves as the Vice President, Head of Operational Strategy at PPD, a division of Thermo Fisher Scientific. In this role, he leads global initiatives in Strategic Site Collaborations, Strategic Feasibility, and operational strategies across all of PPD’s Therapeutic Units and trial phases. With over 30 years of extensive experience in clinical trials, Tim has…

Todd has nearly three decades of experience as an accomplished leader in the clinical research industry. Most recently, he served as the founding CEO of Cedar Health Research. Todd is an expert in clinical research site operations and patient recruitment. His past experience includes executive leadership roles with Synexus, PPD/Acurian/AES, and Ora Clinical, where he…

Todd has nearly three decades of experience as an accomplished leader in the clinical research industry. Most recently, he served as the founding CEO of Cedar Health Research. Todd is an expert in clinical research site operations and patient recruitment. His past experience includes executive leadership roles with Synexus, PPD/Acurian/AES, and Ora Clinical, where he…

Todd Albin launched Cedar Health Research following more than two decades of experience as an accomplished leader in the clinical research industry. He is an expert in the areas of clinical research site operations and patient recruitment. His past experience includes management roles with Synexus, PPD/Acurian, and Ora where he led global teams supporting operations,…

Tony Pearson is responsible for Lilly’s global commitment to increase clinical trial diversity, leading a team orchestrated to shape internal operations and evolve public policy while strategically engaging investigators and communities to reach representative patient populations across the globe.

Tony leads the Access and Retention department within Eli Lilly’s (Lilly) Patient Engagement organization leading subfunctions that accelerate clinical trial enrollment and retention for trials across all Lilly therapeutic areas globally. He joined Lilly in 2019, managing teams that were responsible for clinical trial site start up and enrollment readiness for trials in Lilly’s Diabetes…

Troy Hamilton is the Co-Founder and Director of Operations at CaRe Clinic, bringing a wealth of experience from medical research roles at the University of Calgary and senior management positions in private clinics. Renowned for his ability to transform significant initiatives into measurable outcomes, Troy leverages his background in biological sciences and project management, along…

Troy Hamilton is the Director of Operations at CaRe Clinics, with a dynamic background spanning medical research positions at the University of Calgary and senior management roles in private clinics. Recognized for his prowess in translating significant initiatives into tangible results, Troy combines his expertise in biological sciences and project management with a CCRP designation…

Van Johnson, Director of Business Development for the QCR Network, is remarkably well-known as one of the top five business development professionals within the industry. With over 20 years of experience in business development, including the past decade in the clinical research arena, Van is passionate about diversity and inclusion. His dedication to working with…

Van Johnson, with a decade in clinical research business development, excels in relationship-building and diversity advocacy. He serves on SCRS IncluDE and Starr Coalition’s Diversity Workgroup, is a sought-after speaker, and mentors many in the industry.

23 years Clinical Trial Experience both CRO and Site. Specialising in Startup Activity (Budgets & CTMS). Currently (8 years) at a VERY paper based Site, introducing technology to streamline processes.

Victor is an experienced executive and VP of medical operations who currently, is the general manager of the AES late phase site network organization. With 20+ years of experience in clinical research and the pharmaceutical industry he’s managed clinical trial delivery across all phases (including virus challenge) both as an academic investigator, and within the…

Victor is an experienced executive and VP of medical strategy and operations in the ThermoFisher (PPD) owned clinical research site network. With 20 years experience in clinical research and drug development, he’s managed clinical trial delivery across all phases (including virus challenge) both as an academic investigator, and within the commercial setting as general manager…

Principal Investigator and Medical Director for VCTC, a leading company of virtual and descentralized clinical trial sites. Our clinical trial centre eliminates traditional barriers to participation and ensures rapid patient recruitment. Our mission is to make trials easily accessible to all, driving diversity and delivering high-quality data. Patient-centricity is at the heart of everything we…

Information Technology & Life-Sciences Leader who enables technology for Pharma/Biotech companies in the Research & Development, Global Drug Development and Clinical Innovation space. Pragmatic, see ‘Big Picture’, problem-solving, creative thinking and hands-on leader. Engage and establish a shared sense of urgency with stakeholders in ensuring that the ‘highest Value’ needs are met against available budgets,…

Vivienne van de Walle is a doctor specialized in clinical research. She is the owner of VivHo, a life science consultancy company, and PT&R, an independent research center both in The Netherlands. She is also involved in various professional organizations in the field of clinical research, such as CISCRP, NVFG and the SCRS, for which…

Viviënne van de Walle is a physician specialized in clinical research. She is the owner of VivHo, a life science consultancy company, and PT&R, an independent research center both in The Netherlands. She is also involved in various professional organizations in the field of clinical research, such as CISCRP, NVFG and the SCRS. For all…

Viviënne van de Walle is a physician specialized in clinical research. She is the owner of VivHo, a life science consultancy company, and PT&R, an independent research center both in The Netherlands. She is also involved in various professional organizations in the field of clinical research, such as CISCRP, NVFG and the SCRS. For all…

Wayne is Senior Vice President, Data Experience (including Rave EDC, Medidata Clinical Data Studio, Medidata Designer, Rave Imaging, Rave RTSM, Rave Coder, and Rave Safety Gateway) at Medidata. His responsibilities include the strategy, development, and delivery of these products across all Research & Development disciplines. Before joining Medidata, Wayne spent 12 years overseeing Product Management…

Wenoah is an infectious disease nurse and healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience working in clinical research, public health, sexual health, HIV, hepatitis, and forensic nursing. Wenoah has served a healthcare executive in small rural programs, and large urban communities. Her work has focused on creating access and filling gaps in the healthcare…

Wes Bonner brings over 25 years of experience in cultivating physician relationships and building site networks to the company. He has held key positions such as Chief Relationship Officer, Vice President/Principal Investigator Liaison, and Director of Business Development. Wes Bonner is widely recognized as a thought leader in clinical research, frequently speaking at industry conferences…

Wesley Warren is the Executive Director of Translational Research Strategy & Partnerships at City of Hope. In this role, he identifies and secures collaborations with academia, pharma, and biotech to accelerate the development of innovative cancer treatments into clinical trials. Wesley also oversees the infrastructure, expertise, and resources City of Hope utilizes to swiftly translate…

Dr. Wilfredo E. De Jesus-Monge is a physician with 20+ years of site-based clinical research experience. His formal research training includes a Research Pathway during his medical (MD) studies and a Postdoctoral MSc in Clinical Research from the University of Puerto Rico (PR) and a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Gene Function and Expression from UMass…

Dr. William Smith is the Founder, President, and Principal Investigator of VRG and NOCCR, the AMR centers in Knoxville, TN and New Orleans, LA. He is also one of the original founders of AMR. Dr. Smith is board certified in Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Nephrology and Cardiology. He has been involved in more than…

Dr. Dirkes has dedicated his career to improving patient care through technological advancements and efficient healthcare delivery models. His work emphasizes the integration of cutting-edge technologies, such as electronic health records and handwriting recognition systems, to streamline clinical workflows and enhance patient engagement. Dr. Dirkes was practicing anesthesiologist for 15 years and held several leadership…

Bill Garton is a Senior Director at PPD, where he is focused on driving forward improvements in Contracting and Payment activities via process and technological innovation. In prior roles, he has worked across contract negotiation, startup, process improvement and other areas across clinical research. He has a JD from Temple University Beasley School of Law…

William Jones’ career trajectory in the field of clinical research is marked by a series of progressive leadership roles, culminating in his current position as COO of Epic Medical Research. His tenure at Helios Clinical Research and Ventavia Research Group was distinguished by significant operational and compliance advancements, reflecting his deep expertise and commitment to…

Dr. William Smith is the Founder, President, and Principal Investigator of VRG and NOCCR, the AMR centers in Knoxville, TN and New Orleans, LA. He is also one of the original founders of AMR. Dr. Smith is board certified in Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Nephrology and Cardiology. He has been involved in more than…

Willyanne DeCormier Plosky, DrPH, is a Program Director at the Multi-Regional Clinical Trials Center of Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard, where she leads the Representation in Research portfolio. Previously she spent more than fifteen years working for Management Sciences for Health, the World Bank, Avenir Health, UNICEF, and USAID in the areas of health…

Willyanne DeCormier Plosky, DrPH, is a Program Director at the Multi-Regional Clinical Trials Center of Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard, where she leads the Representation in Research portfolio. Previously she spent more than fifteen years working for Management Sciences for Health, the World Bank, Avenir Health, UNICEF, and USAID in the areas of health…

Xoli Belgrave is a Senior Director at Parexel leading the Patient Inclusion within our Office of the Patient. She has 20+ years of global clinical research experience in program delivery, leadership, organizational change, and corporate strategy working in Pharma and CROs. Before coming into clinical research, Xoli worked with patients and carers in hospitals, care…

Xoli works to keep ALL patients and site teams at the centre of clinical research in support of Parexel’s Patients First value. She has over 25 years in global clinical research experience in a range of roles including clinical lead, project leadership, learning and organizational development, change management, and corporate strategy. This experience has positioned…

Xoli works to keep ALL patients and site teams at the centre of clinical research in support of Parexel’s Patients First value. She has over 25 years in global clinical research experience in a range of roles including clinical lead, project leadership, learning and organizational development, change management, and corporate strategy. This experience has positioned…

Yvette is a Community Clinical Liaison at Inside Edge Consulting Group, a role that leverages her specialties in community engagement, clinical research, disease management, and cultural competency training. With a Ph.D. in Human Services and a master’s in public health, Yvette is also Yellow Belt certified in Lean Six Sigma. Yvette’s passion for working in…

Yvonne began her career in academic “bench” research with Adelaide University and CSIRO. Yvonne then moved into clinical trials research at a dedicated Phase I unit where she was one of the first in Australia to test a new chemical entity in healthy volunteers, giving rise to what is now a strong Phase 1 sector…

Zachariah Evangelista is a business and corporate attorney. He focuses his practice on providing legal guidance to innovative companies and entrepreneurs at all stages of growth. As a problem solver, Zachariah works with his clients to help them achieve the most efficient and effective solutions to the unique issues they face in the marketplace. Zachariah…

As a Senior Patient Diversity Specialist, I am dedicated to promoting inclusivity and equity in clinical research. With over fifteen years of experience in the healthcare and academia, I have developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in recruiting diverse patient populations for clinical trials. My work involves collaborating with research sites,…

Zoé Felicié, is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and equity in clinical research. With over fifteen years of experience in healthcare and academia, she has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in recruiting varied patient populations for clinical trials. Her work involves collaborating with research sites, service providers, and strategic partners to…

Zohair has a passion for guiding organizations through evolving landscapes and seizing emerging opportunities while ensuring robust operational management. With extensive experience spanning healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, education, and non-profits across three countries, he offers deep expertise in management, operations, and business innovation. Since 2012, Zohair has leveraged these assets to shaping strategic direction and drive…