People and Business News – 4/23
The latest people and business news from the past month, all in one place.
People News
MMS Holdings announced the addition of Dr. Philip Breitfeld and Dr. Bernhardt Zeiher to its board of scientific advisors. Dr. Breitfeld is currently the chief medical officer for Allterum Therapeutics. Dr. Zeiher has also been the chief medical officer for Astellas Pharma for the past 12 years.
Catawba Research announced the hiring of Andy Silverman, PhD, as chief operating officer. Previously, Silverman worked as EVP, Global Operations for Syneos Health.
Greenphire announced the appointment of Steve Geffon to be its new chief commercial officer. Prior to joining Greenphire, Geffon spent three years in the same role at Science 37.
CluePoints revealed the hiring of Amit Patel as its new CFO. Patel joins CluePoints after serving in the same role at Siteimprove.
Innovative Trials appointed Eloise Moffett as its first commercial vice president. Before joining Innovative Trials, Moffet spent over two years as the senior director of business development for mdgroup.
EmVenio Research announced the appointment of Mark Mackenzie, MD, as chief medical officer. Previously, Mackenzie served as the vice president of clinical affairs at M-3 Wake Research.
COTA Inc. announced the hiring of Sandy Leonard as its chief commercial officer. Concurrently, Leonard is the founder of DAISE Consulting LLC.
TOTAL Diversity Clinical Management introduced three new executives to its staff including Gabrielle DeBoer as VP, business development; Jeremy Mitchell as director, business development; and Crystal Thigpen as marketing and communications director.
Recognition
Cluepoints has been shortlisted for the 2023 Citeline Awards in the Best Use of Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Trials category.
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.
FDA-Approved Gene Therapy Beqvez Shows Sustained Efficacy, Safety in Long-Term Hemophilia B Trial
April 17th 2025Beqvez (fidanacogene elaparvovec), an FDA-approved one-time gene therapy for hemophilia B, demonstrated sustained factor IX expression, low bleeding rates, and a favorable safety profile over long-term follow-up.
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.
