Simone Withecomb is a skilled Project Manager with extensive experience in clinical research and project management, currently leading the PICU Research team at the University of Calgary since May 2024. Previously, Simone served as Project Manager for the Venture Navigator program at Innovate Calgary, where education on regulatory standards and patient safety was key to guiding start-ups. Earlier roles at the University of Calgary included Program Manager and Clinical Research Coordinator, where responsibilities encompassed oversight of multiple sub-studies and recruitment initiatives. Simone also has experience as a Clinical Research Assistant at the University of Alberta and as a Bio Hazard Technician at Trauma Scene Bio Services. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Health Science with honors in Biomedicine from the University of Calgary.