Innovating at the speed of AI
The world has undergone a rapid and transformative shift since the adoption of AI. This is particularly evident in biopharma, where the possibility of a truly ground-breaking solution that accelerates research, disease diagnosis and trial-matching is at hand.
We’ve assembled an exceptional team to do just that, comprised of individuals with an indisputable track record of excellence.
Meet the team
Dr. Chadi Nabhan is the Chief Medical Officer and Head of Strategy at Ryght, bringing over 20 years of oncology and leadership experience to drive innovation and strategic vision.
His past roles include SVP and Chairman of the POA at Caris Life Sciences, VP and CMO at Cardinal Health Specialty Solutions, and EVP and CMO at Aptitude Health. Academically, he has served as an Associate Professor of Medicine and the Director of Outpatient Cancer Clinics at the University of Chicago, and before that, Chief of Oncology and Cancer Institute Medical Director at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL. Dr. Nabhan is an esteemed author, podcaster, and speaker, recognized for his contributions to medical oncology and clinical research.
Benjamin Sfard leads software engineering at Ryght, overseeing the design and delivery of the company’s production systems and infrastructure. With a focus on clarity, process, and developer happiness, he builds high-performing teams that translate complex AI concepts into scalable, reliable software. With 15 years in senior leadership and 20 years in biotech, he brings deep experience building teams and systems that bridge research, data, and production software. He holds a Master’s in Computer Engineering and a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Santa Clara University.
Tom Pike is a seasoned global leader with more than 30 years of experience across the business services, healthcare, and technology industries. He currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Labcorp's Clinical Development business, which has been announced to spin out from Labcorp as an independent company, where Tom will serve as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
Throughout his career, Tom has built a distinguished record of creating value and driving growth across complex, regulated, and fast-moving environments. His expertise spans global strategy and operations, with deep knowledge across the contract research organization (CRO) industry, working alongside pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals, and clinical sites on a worldwide scale. He brings a compelling ability to combine visionary strategy with disciplined execution, resulting in consistent outcomes in both revenue growth and margin improvement.
Tom's professional foundation was shaped by his time at world-renowned firms including Accenture and McKinsey, where he gained broad exposure to industries such as retail and manufacturing. These experiences, combined with focused work across pharma, payers, and providers, have equipped him with an extensive toolkit of strategies, relationships, and insights that he applies to identifying and addressing the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing organizations today.
A recognized thought leader and public speaker, Tom has shared his perspectives on management, pharmaceutical research, and industry trends at numerous conferences and in a wide range of media, including print, television, and multiple appearances on CNBC's Mad Money with Jim Cramer.
Driven by a customer-first philosophy, Tom remains committed to leveraging his experience to create lasting value for customers, employees, shareholders, and stakeholders alike.
Tarek Sherif, former CEO and co-founder, Medidata Solutions & Ryght Advisor, co-founded Medidata Solutions in 1999, where he played a pivotal role in transforming clinical research by automating and digitizing trials through cloud-based solutions. Under his leadership, Medidata became the industry standard for clinical trial data management and analytics, by delivering leading edge technology along with customer centric services.
Sherif brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in pioneering cloud-based solutions and automating clinical trials.
Kent Siri is an accomplished B2B healthcare marketing leader with deep expertise in building standout brands, driving growth strategies, and developing high-performing teams. He currently serves as Vice President of Marketing at ZenQMS, where he helps life sciences companies streamline quality management with scalable SaaS solutions. Previously, Kent held senior marketing leadership roles at Reify Health, Medidata, SHYFT Analytics, and Kyruus, where he built brand foundations, led demand generation, and partnered with top life sciences organizations. He is passionate about creating customer-focused strategies that deliver measurable business impact.
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