ACDM Board & Leadership Group

Bringing a wealth of experience to the ACDM

The ACDM Board of Directors is composed of dedicated volunteers who bring their industry expertise and passion for clinical data management to the forefront. Each Board member is an active ACDM member, ensuring a deep connection with the community they serve.

Elected by the membership in accordance with the Association’s memorandum and articles, the Board plays a pivotal role in steering ACDM towards its vision and goals. They are entrusted with the responsibility of managing the Association, driving its growth, and ensuring it continues to deliver the services, benefits, and opportunities that our members value most.

United by a shared commitment to excellence, the Board works tirelessly to shape a thriving future for both the Association and the field of clinical data management.

Meet the Board of Directors

Robert King

Chair

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Executive Director, Business Segment Lead: FSP Regional Hub Leadership | PPD (Thermo Fisher Scientific)

Robert King is a retired clinical development executive with over 30 years of industry experience across global pharmaceutical, CRO, and Functional Service Provider (FSP) environments.

He most recently served as Executive Director at PPD, with responsibility for FSP regional hub operations. Over the past two decades, he has held global leadership roles in Data Management, Statistics, and Clinical Development support functions, playing a key role in shaping and implementing corporate strategy across clinical development and eClinical technologies. His work has consistently focused on driving operational excellence, innovation, and the development of scalable delivery models. He also brings more than 15 years of experience designing and delivering client-specific FSP solutions supporting clinical development programmes.

Robert began his career at Roche, Scherer DDS, and Pfizer, where he held progressively senior roles within Data Management and Statistical Programming. In 2002, he joined Eisai as EMEA Head of Biostatistics and Data Management before becoming Global Head of Data Management. He later joined ICON, where he led the company’s global internal consultancy group, advising on risk-based monitoring, eTMF/CTMS technologies, and corporate SOP governance before joining PPD in 2012.

His long-standing involvement with the Association for Clinical Data Management (ACDM) began in 1993 on the Technical and Conference Sub-Committee, contributing to the organisation of its first conference. He first joined the ACDM Board in 2000 and, after more than a decade of service, stepped away in 2004. He rejoined the Board in 2021 and currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors. His commitment to advancing the profession and supporting the next generation of leaders remains a central focus.

Sverre Bengtsson

Vice Chair

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Consultant | Digital Trial Consultants
Sverre Bengtsson is a consultant in clinical trials and the digitalization of clinical research. He is also an active angel investor in life science companies. He sits at boards of several life science companies, investment funds, and industry associations. Finally, a teacher at several universities in data management, clinical trial design and associated topics.
A look over Sverre’s career:
From 2024, Sverre is a consultant in clinical trials at Digital Trial Consultants, especially the digitalization part.
From 2003 to 2024, he co-founded Pharma Consulting Group, which eventually became Viedoc Technologies. At Viedoc, Sverre focused on sales and marketing and on creating the global “buzz” around Viedoc. Viedoc is an eClinical technology company with offices globally and 150 employees. Viedoc went 100% eClinical from day one – very proud of this company.
Prior to Viedoc, from 1995 to 2003, Sverre worked as a data manager and then as managing director of a CRO, first in Sweden and later in Boston, USA. He started working with paper CRF’s but later he successfully developed and deployed an eCRF solution for remote data entry in global studies. The system was huge success and he learned a lot of things the hard way. But the data got in clean. And it went quick! Sverre was hooked to go electronic all the way in the future.
His first job in the industry, in the mid-1990s, was at a global first, ePRO company. The first version weighed 2 kg and had four buttons…the industry has made significant strides since then.

Nina Reyes

Secretary

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Director, Clinical Data Management | IQVIA
Nina Reyes trained as a nurse and studied computer science. She began her first position in clinical data management in January 2006 and has remained in the field ever since. She currently serves as Director, CDM at IQVIA.
Her volunteer work with us at ACDM is a matter of great importance to her. Data management, or modern data science, deserves a place at the decision-making table in clinical research and is unfortunately still underestimated by many other functions. This is something she is determined to change. In today’s world, data is ultimately the real treasure. Nina hopes that her commitment will raise awareness of this in the industry and thus strengthen the clinical data community.
She lives near Bonn in Germany, is married and mother of 2 adorable teenagers. She loves rock music, being active in sports, and good wine.

Eva Alder

Treasurer

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Director, Head of Central Data Monitoring | Merck Group

Eva has more than 10 years experiences within Clinical Data Management. She is currently leading the global Data Management Department (including EDC development) at the midsize CRO Ergomed. She has oversight over 35 employees on 3 continents.

Before Eva was at a software company doing requirements engineering for an EDC and trial management software. She also has experiences within academics, economics, and taxes.

Rich Davies

Board Member

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Vice President, Solution Expert | CluePoints
My connection to the world of clinical data management began when I was at university. My course was Computer Science at De Montfort University in Leicester, and the course involved a placement year in industry during the third year. I secured a placement working at Fisons Pharmaceuticals in Loughborough, working in the clinical data management department helping to implement a new system that they had recently acquired, called Clintrial. Having finished my degree I went back to work at Fisons before joining the company (BBN) who had created the Clintrial CDMS system. From there on I’ve worked in various suppliers of eClinical solutions.
I’ve spent a lot of time working with EDC systems (Phase Forward/Oracle) and watching the industry move from paper to electronic data capture. Along the way though I’ve had the chance to work with all kinds of supporting systems, such as Pharmacovigilance, PV Signal Detection, Phase I Clinic Automation, Late Phase EDC, Statistical Computing Environments, Clinical Repositories/Warehouses, ePRO, CTMS, Regulatory Management and now Risk-based Quality Management at CluePoints.

Anita Kratchmarov

Board Member

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Senior Director | Genmab
I have close to 25 years of DM experience in various pharma companies and therapeutic areas starting in 1999 with Merck, and followed by Schering Plough, NPS, Eisai, Novartis, Bayer Pharmaceuticals, and Genmab at present. My educational background is MSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology, and a BSc in Nursing.
My DM expertise spans beyond knowledge of FDA, ICH, GCP/GCDMP principles, to industry-specific globally regulated clinical data requirements and trends, i.e. EHR@EDC, DCT, etc. I strive to apply this knowledge in a globally run, digital, data-driven environment and support the delivery of high-quality data outputs crucial for regulatory submissions and scientific publications.
My passion is trouble shooting, coaching, and mentoring across a 360° spectrum, including DM, global Clinical Operations staff, Clinical Development peers, interns, CRO partners, and vendors and I bring extensive Clinical R&D experience, predominantly in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Cardiovascular, Gastrointestinal, and Cell & Gene Therapy.

Ashley Howard

Board Member

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Senior Director, Strategic Operations Lead | Pfizer

Ashley Howard is a Senior Director and Strategic Operations Lead for the AI Task Force within Clinical Development & Operations at Pfizer, bringing over 16 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry. In this role, Ashley leads enterprise-wide efforts to embed artificial intelligence into the clinical development lifecycle – driving operational transformation, accelerating decision-making, and unlocking the full value of clinical data at scale.

With a strong foundation in Clinical Data Sciences and a proven track record of delivering complex, data-driven programmes, Ashley specialises in bridging strategy and execution – translating emerging technologies into tangible business impact. Ashley is passionate about reimagining end-to-end processes, moving beyond point solutions to design integrated, AI-enabled operating models that improve efficiency, quality, and patient outcomes.

A recognised leader and collaborator, Ashley works extensively across cross-functional teams and industry partners to shape the future of digital clinical development, with a focus on advancing how data and AI enable more efficient, high-quality, and patient-centric research.

Lisa Moneymaker

Board Member

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Chief Operating and Strategy Officer | Medidata

Lisa leads Medidata’s Strategy Organization, 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 customer engagement organizations within both sponsor and product technology companies – supporting the industry’s ever-evolving need for innovative technology to improve clinical development and patient outcomes.

Lisa serves on the boards of ACRO and ACDM, and is on the advisory board for the Sexual and Gender Minority Alliance. Lisa holds a BS in Biomedical/Biochemical engineering from the University of Southern California.

Yuvarajan Parthiban

Board Member

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Head of Product Management and Clinical Data Management | VHypotenuse

Yuva is a strategic clinical data and product executive with 18+ years of dedicated experience driving innovation and growth within the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. As an elected member of the ACDM Board of Directors, Yuva brings a wealth of expertise in end-to-end data solutions, advancing the clinical data management community and reducing cycle times through AI integration.

With a deep understanding of SDTM and industry data standards, Yuva excels at architecting robust data strategies and accelerating study lifecycles. His proven track record includes leading cross-functional teams, driving technological excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation. Notably, Yuva has spearheaded initiatives in AI/ML, particularly in NLP, RPA, and VAE applied Generative AI, demonstrating his commitment to cutting-edge solutions.

Prior to joining the ACDM Board, Yuva held leadership positions at eClinical Solutions, GSK, and Covance, where he consistently delivered exceptional results in data management, vendor oversight, and strategic business planning. His experience includes overseeing global projects, driving financial efficiency, and cultivating strong stakeholder relationships.

Yuva is passionate about fostering collaboration and driving transformative growth within the clinical data management community. A key aspect of his vision is to support the strategic expansion of ACDM within the APAC region, facilitating the onboarding of new corporate members and significantly growing the membership community. Furthermore, the APAC committee is committed to bringing industry experts from the APAC region to the forefront, bridging the gap and fostering knowledge exchange with the global audience. His strategic vision and commitment to excellence will be invaluable assets to the ACDM Board.

Jennifer Duff

Board Member

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Executive Vice President & General Manager, Zelta Trials | Merative

A recognized leader in the life sciences industry, known for their ability to articulate a clear vision, set the strategic direction of an organization and deliver tangible outcomes. Inspired by innovative solutions that deliver improved business and research outcomes, and (often) challenge industry norms. Over 29 years of experience in the industry, including 18 years of experience delivering global outsourced clinical trials services on behalf of pharma clients in the life sciences industry and 5 years growing a market-leading life sciences technology solutions business.

“I’m excited by the expansion in North America and welcome the opportunity to support those efforts.”

Santosh Karthikeyan Viswanathan

Board Member

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Data & AI Leader

Dr. Santosh Karthikeyan Viswanathan is a distinguished Data and AI Leader. He has successfully led large-scale data teams, established capability hubs and developed AI-driven solutions that enhance efficiency, improve product quality and reduce costs. Dr. Karthikeyan has led data science projects focused on predicting adverse drug reactions in Life Sciences and has managed teams in the digital and analytics practice. He likes to contribute to a brighter, more compassionate world and to guide organizations in unlocking the power of data, AI and technology for the betterment of healthcare and beyond.

“I will bring my technology expertise and APAC region strategic priorities along with common driving factors to discuss and support ACDM growth.”

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