Smithers appoints Andrea Wakefield as new director of resource optimization and operations

Smithers appoints Andrea Wakefield as new director of resource optimization and operations

June 21, 2024

Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, intelligence and compliance services, has announced the appointment of Andrea Wakefield as the new director of resource and operations optimization for its pharmaceutical development services division. With over 20 years of experience in regulated bioanalysis within contract research organizations (CROs) and the biotech industry, Wakefield is set to enhance Smithers’ operational efficiency and commitment to delivering accurate, timely data.

“We are excited to welcome Andrea to our team,” said Christina Satterwhite, PhD, President of Smithers Pharmaceutical Development Services Division. “Her experience in regulated bioanalysis and operational optimization is instrumental in furthering our commitment to providing timely and accurate data to our customers.”

About Andrea Wakefield

Andrea Wakefield brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role at Smithers. With over two decades of experience in regulated bioanalysis within CROs and the biotech industry, she has a proven track record in streamlining standard operating procedures (SOPs), implementing vendor agreements and establishing key performance indicators (KPIs). Wakefield holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Ottawa and a Master of Science degree in Biology from the University of New Brunswick, Canada.

Her skills in optimizing operations and ensuring regulatory compliance are expected to significantly benefit Smithers’ Pharmaceutical Development Services Division, supporting the company’s mission to provide high-quality data and services to its customers.

About Smithers

Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of testing, consulting, information and compliance services. With laboratories and operations in North America, Europe and Asia, Smithers supports customers in the transportation, life sciences, packaging, materials, components, consumer, cannabis, dry goods and energy industries. Smithers delivers accurate, timely, high-touch data by integrating science, technology and business expertise so clients can innovate with confidence.

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