David Apfel

David Apfel is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in data science and innovation within the healthcare sector. Currently serving as Executive Director and Head of External Innovation for R&D Data Science & Digital Health at Johnson & Johnson since February 2019, David leads innovative partnerships in the field. Prior roles include Senior Director of Data Science & Digital Health in Immunology at Janssen R&D and Project Leader at The Boston Consulting Group. Academic achievements include an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business, supported by multiple fellowships, and a BA in mathematical-economics with a minor in mathematics from Pomona College. Early career highlights include consulting for the healthcare industry at Charles River Associates and improving medical supply chain operations at the Clinton Health Access Initiative in Swaziland.