Adam Kufen
Director, Business Development
Clinical Operations executive (RN, MBA—Project Management, CCRC) with 15+ years of progressive leadership across centralized clinical operations, CRO delivery, decentralized/digital‑first trial execution, and multisite research management.
As a Senior Director of Central Clinical Operations, I build and lead centralized services that support sites end‑to‑end—from start‑up through close‑out—by standardizing the operating model, strengthening quality systems, and improving execution consistency across the portfolio. My focus is simple: reduce operational friction for sites, raise quality and compliance, and deliver predictable outcomes for sponsors and stakeholders.
My MBA concentration in Project Management shapes how I lead: portfolio prioritization, transparent governance, disciplined planning, risk management, and data‑driven decision making. I apply these principles to design scalable workflows and SOP ecosystems, align cross‑functional teams, optimize resourcing, and drive continuous improvement—especially in highly regulated environments where inspection readiness and documentation quality are non‑negotiable.
I’m known for bridging operations and innovation—championing digital enablement (eSource, eConsent, EDC/eTMF ecosystems) while keeping patient safety, data integrity, and regulatory expectations at the center. I enjoy partnering with sponsors, CROs, product/technology teams, and research sites to modernize trial delivery without losing what matters most: the participant experience and site success.
If you’re building a clinical operations organization that can scale, execute with rigor, and leverage centralized services and technology to improve quality and speed, I’m always open to connecting.




