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David Williamson

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David is the Chief Information Officer at Abzena, a leading biopharmaceutical company, bringing his military background to leadership roles where he excels at building high-performing teams. He creates environments where employees can make “smarter, faster, and better decisions” through accessible data and effective tools.

A visionary IT veteran with 35+ years of experience in life sciences technology leadership, transforming organizations through strategic data and AI initiatives. David champions the integration of advanced technologies to streamline scientific processes, enabling teams to unlock faster insights and drive better outcomes for patients worldwide.

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Career highlights

2021

Chief Information Officer

2016

Senior Director of Analytics

2011

Director of Information Technology

2009

Senior Director, Quality and Operations Systems

2001

Director

1994

IT Project Manager

1988

Communications Officer

Claim to fame

Transforming drug discovery through data innovation

David has revolutionized pharmaceutical research by implementing cutting-edge data strategies that dramatically accelerate drug discovery timelines. His forward-thinking deployment of machine learning applications has enabled scientists to predict development success with unprecedented accuracy, significantly reducing time-to-market for critical therapies.

Democratizing data access and building capability

As a technology strategist, David championed a comprehensive data literacy initiative that empowered hundreds of non-technical professionals to harness the power of analytics in their daily work. His strategic partnerships with innovative technology providers have established workflows that balance independence and governance, allowing teams to customize solutions while maintaining organizational standards.

Revolutionizing workplace operations with AI

Understanding the demands of the digital workspace, David has pioneered the implementation of a modern service management platform like Atomicwork to transform internal support operations. By architecting cloud-based data management platforms, he transformed how researchers access and utilize complex scientific information, breaking down traditional data silos that once hindered innovation.

Advancing pharmaceutical technology through AI

Through his vision of AI as a capability enhancer rather than a replacement, David has positioned his organization at the forefront of pharmaceutical technology innovation, establishing a foundation for continued advancement in patient care through smarter, faster data-driven decision making.

David's AI philosophy

David Williamson

CIO of Abzena

"AI has the potential for a huge positive impact on society. They will enable the healthcare industry to share innovations in treating rare disorders and develop new therapies quicker than ever." Source