People and Business News — 4/21
The latest people and business news of the industry, all in one place.
People news
ActiGraph has announced the hiring of Mitchell Bayer as Global Vice President of Partner Sales, and Robin Root as Vice President of Operations.
Calyx has appointed Dr. Stephen M. Bravo as its Chief Medical Officer.
Worldwide Clinical Trials announced that Sherilyn Adcock, RPH, PHD, has been promoted to chief scientific officer, Early Phase Development.
Medable announced the hiring of Sina Mossayeb as chief design officer.
Tools4Patient named Delphine Elmerich as Quality Assurance Director.
Medable announced the hiring of Dr. Pamela Tenaerts as Chief Scientific Officer.
MedVector announces that it has appointed John Neal, as strategic advisor, pharma relations and clinical protocol.
Metrics Contract Services has announced Stephanie Emory, PhD as Associate Director of Pharmaceutical Development.
Recognition
Cognizant has been recognized by Everest Group as one of the top global companies providing Pharmacovigilance and Complaint Management Operations services.
Improving Relationships and Diversifying the Site Selection Process
April 17th 2025In this episode of the Applied Clinical Trials Podcast, Liz Beatty, co-founder and chief strategy officer, Inato, discusses a number of topics around site engagement including community-based sites, the role of technology in improving site/sponsor relationships, how increased operational costs are impacting the industry, and more.
Behind the Buzz: Why Clinical Research Leaders Flock to SCOPE Summit
February 7th 2025In this episode, we meet with Micah Lieberman, Executive Conference Director for SCOPE Summit (Summit for Clinical Ops Executives) at Cambridge Innovation Institute. We will dive deep into the critical role of collaboration within the clinical research ecosystem. How do we bring together diverse stakeholders—sponsors, CROs, clinical trial tech innovators, suppliers, patients, sites, advocacy organizations, investors, and non-profits—to share best practices in trial design, program planning, innovation, and clinical operations? We’ll explore why it’s vital for thought leaders to step beyond their own organizations and learn from others, exchanging ideas that drive advancements in clinical research. Additionally, we’ll discuss the pivotal role of scientific conferences like SCOPE Summit in fostering these essential connections and collaborations, helping shape the future of clinical trials. Join us as we uncover how collective wisdom and cross-industry partnerships are transforming the landscape of clinical research.
