Age: Forty-something. Birthplace: Canada. Profession: Clinical research professional. Alma mater: University of Toledo College of Law; York University. Languages spoken: English, Greek.
Recent professional development: Transitioned into independent consulting to support emerging biopharma organizations. Latest contribution to others: Mentoring early-career professionals in clinical research. What’s been your big (or biggest leap)? Stepping away from a senior leadership role to launch my own consulting practice. Last book read: The Picture of Dorian Gray, by Oscar Wilde.
Personality profile: Analytical, thoughtful, quietly driven, pragmatic, approachable. Moral compass: What would make my family, and specifically my children, proud. How do you define an ideal business relationship? Collaborative, transparent, built on mutual respect and shared goals, with open communication and a bias toward quality. What is your greatest joy? Without a doubt, my children. How do you relieve stress? Long runs, cleaning/house chores and spending time with my family.
What was your first paying job? Delivering the local newspaper. What was your favorite college course? Physics. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? Lots of Ancient Greek characters. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? Not to be cliché, but 100% my wife. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Control your controllables. What personal circumstance has had the greatest influence on your life? Becoming a parent.
What change are you working on to effect in your profession or field?
Bringing more strategic agility to clinical development by consulting with emerging biotechs.
What change would you like to see in the world? Broader access to quality healthcare, where treatments aren’t limited by geography, cost, or circumstance. What message do you want to send out into the world? Stay curious, lead with integrity, and don’t be afraid to take bold steps. What mega-trend most excites you? The rise of personalized medicine.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Any Ancient Greek philosopher. After your loved ones, what object would you first save from your burning home? My phone. What advice would you give your younger self? Don’t be afraid to always be yourself. What period in your life would you do differently, if you could? Mid to late twenties.
Personal mission: Advancing access to innovative therapies by helping bring smarter, faster, and more patient-focused solutions to drug development. Personal motto: Solve problems, don’t dwell on them. Favorite quote: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started” (Mark Twain).
