Dave Ford
About Dave Ford
Dave Ford serves as the Chief People Officer at Prothena Corporation, where he has worked since 2024. With over two decades of experience in human resources across various regions, he focuses on aligning people and processes with company strategy.
Work at Prothena
Dave Ford serves as the Chief People Officer at Prothena Corporation, a role he has held since 2024. In this position, he operates at a global level, focusing on both strategic and operational aspects of human resources. His responsibilities include aligning human resources practices with the company's overall strategy, ensuring that people and processes work together effectively to meet organizational goals.
Education and Expertise
Dave Ford earned his MBA from INSEAD, completing the program from 2001 to 2002. His education has provided him with a strong foundation in business management, which he applies in his extensive career in human resources. With over two decades of experience, he has developed expertise in aligning human resources with business strategies across various industries and regions.
Background
Dave Ford has a diverse background in human resources, having worked across multiple continents including Australasia, the US, Latin America, and Europe. His career spans various roles in prominent organizations, where he has gained significant experience in managing HR functions at both strategic and operational levels.
Previous Roles in Human Resources
Prior to his current role at Prothena, Dave Ford held several key positions in human resources. He served as Vice President HR - Global Pharmaceutical Operations at sanofi-aventis from 2005 to 2010. He also worked as HR Director for the UK and Ireland at sanofi-aventis from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, he was Chief Human Resources Officer at Intercept Pharmaceuticals from 2017 to 2024 and held various vice president roles at Sanofi Genzyme between 2011 and 2017.
Professional Interests
Dave Ford has a particular interest in how human resources can effectively align people and processes to achieve company strategy. This focus informs his approach to human resources management, emphasizing the importance of strategic alignment in fostering organizational success.