Mark Johnson

Technical Director, Strategic Partnerships

Mark has over a decade of experience across a broad range of disciplines in rapid growth businesses. He has an extensive track record in project management, strategic sourcing and clinical trial supply management. Having led multiple teams and directly facilitated the supply of hundreds of clinical trials within many therapeutic areas, from Phase I-IV, on a global basis. Mark has the knowledge, passion and technical focus to find his clients the best possible solutions and strategies to deliver long-term value.

Read his latest article: Disruption and Innovation During a Crisis

What do you love most about your job?
Working with a great team, in a fast-paced environment, where I’m given the autonomy to do the best for my customers. The clinical trial sector is filled with so many fantastic people and provides meaningful, stimulating challenges.
Name three words that you describe you
Balding, ginger, bearded.
What is your favourite holiday destination
Scotland.
What is your favourite food
Anything with smoked paprika!
Who is somebody you admire, and why?
Tim Ferriss – he’s driven, intelligent, relevant, and has overcome serious personal daemons. I’ve found a lot of value in his writing and always enjoy listening to him when travelling.
What is your favourite inspirational quote?
“The hero and the coward both feel the same thing, but the hero uses his fear, projects it onto his opponent, while the coward runs. It's the same thing, fear, but it's what you do with it that matters." - Cus D'Amato
Finish this sentence. On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me...
At the local bouldering centre.