Damion Nero, PhD, is a seasoned professional in the field of data science, currently serving as the Head of Data Science at Takeda. Prior experience includes leadership roles at Pfizer, where responsibilities included directing Array Precision Medicine and Oncology Real World Evidence initiatives. Damion also held key positions at STATinMED Research, advancing to Vice President of Data Science and Statistical Analytics, and previously served as Director of HEOR Research Analytics at Cardinal Health. Early career contributions were made as a Research Leader at Truven Health Analytics. Damion Nero earned a PhD in Bioinformatics from New York University and a B.S. in Biology from Clarkson University.