Rick Fisher
About Rick Fisher
Rick Fisher serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. With extensive experience in clinical research management, he has held various leadership roles at IQVIA and Duke University, contributing to initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion in the field.
Current Role at Velocity Clinical Research
Rick Fisher serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at Velocity Clinical Research, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he oversees operational strategies and initiatives to enhance clinical research processes. His leadership aims to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the organization.
Previous Experience at IQVIA
Prior to his current position, Rick Fisher held several roles at IQVIA. He worked as Director of North American Site Management from 2007 to 2014, and later as Global Head of Site Activation Managers from 2020 to 2021. He also served as Senior Director, Head of Site Activation Operations, R&D Solutions (Americas) from 2019 to 2020, and as Head of Global Feasibility from 2014 to 2019.
Career at Velocity Clinical Research
Rick Fisher has a notable history with Velocity Clinical Research, Inc., where he progressed through various leadership roles. He was the Vice President of Operations from 2022 to 2023 and previously served as Senior Director of Operations from 2021 to 2022. His contributions have focused on enhancing operational workflows and site management.
Background in Clinical Research Management
Rick Fisher began his career in clinical research management at Duke University, where he worked as a Clinical Research Manager in Cardiac Electrophysiology from 1999 to 2005. His extensive experience in the field has equipped him with a deep understanding of clinical operations and site management.
Involvement in Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
Rick Fisher is actively involved in promoting diversity and inclusion within the clinical research community. He co-created the ACRP Ride4DEI initiative, which includes a 6-day cycling challenge aimed at raising funds for scholarships that support the professional growth of clinical researchers from diverse backgrounds.