Avril Fordham

Avril Fordham is a Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Eisai EMEA since July 2020, responsible for leading the Clinical Operations departmental strategy and managing a Priority Program with multiple complex clinical projects. Previously, Avril served as an Alliance Manager for key partnerships, overseeing the Alliance Joint Development Committee and negotiating contracts. As the Director of the Oncology Business Group at Eisai Ltd, Avril provided operational expertise for Clinical Development Plans and collaborated closely with strategic partners. Prior roles include Associate Director of Oncology Clinical Operations and Senior Manager at Eisai EMEA, as well as various positions at Roche, Eisai Ltd, and Altana Pharma, where Avril developed substantial experience in study management and clinical research.