David Friend

David Friend is an experienced professional in the healthcare and clinical trial sector, currently serving as Head of Business Development at Bitfount since October 2024, where responsibilities include defining commercial strategy and expanding operations in AI-driven healthcare. Previously, David held the position of Vice President of Global Revenue at Inato from April 2022 to October 2024, contributing to the development of a clinical trial marketplace aimed at enhancing patient accessibility. David's extensive tenure at Medidata Solutions from May 2012 to May 2022 includes roles such as Managing Partner of Medical Device and Diagnostics and Global Account Manager, focusing on cloud-based solutions for clinical research. Earlier experiences include key account management at MedNet Solutions, project management at PPD, and leading internal clinical trials at Beckman Coulter. David holds a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science and Medical Technology from St. Cloud State University.