Christopher P. Boone, PhD, stands out as a global executive, strategist, professor, and social scientist, with a unique passion for revolutionizing healthcare and life sciences through data and analytics. As the Group Vice President of Life Sciences Research Services at Oracle Corporation, Chris steers the company towards innovation and value creation. His academic contributions as an adjunct assistant professor at New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service further amplify his impact.
Chris's career is marked by significant leadership roles, including his tenure at AbbVie as Vice President and Global Head of Health Economics & Outcomes Research, and at Pfizer, where he spearheaded departments focusing on epidemiology, big data analysis, and real-world data and analytics. These roles underline his expertise in harnessing data for healthcare transformation.
His leadership and innovative thinking have been widely recognized. Chris is an inducted member of the Executive Leadership Council and features in The DataIQ 100 Most Influential People in Data. He has received the Top 50 Leadership Excellence Award and has been acknowledged as a Global Top 100 Innovator in Data & Analytics. His recognition as an Emerging Pharma Leader and a Top 40 Under 40 Leader in Health underscores his influential role in shaping healthcare policies and strategies.
Chris’s influence extends to his appointments on several national committees focused on health data and patient-centric approaches. His current roles include serving on the Board of Governors for PCORI, the Board of Directors for Global Medical Response, and advisory positions with Mango Sciences and TrialBee. His past contributions span across diverse healthcare sectors, including the Stewards of Change Institute, the Patient Advocate Foundation, and various committees under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Educationally, Chris holds a B.S. in Management Information Systems from the University of Tulsa, a M.S. in Healthcare Administration from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Ph.D. in Public Affairs from the University of Texas at Dallas. His executive certificates from the Harvard Kennedy School further highlight his commitment to professional development. As a Fellow of both the American College of Health Executives and the Healthcare Information Management & Systems Society, Chris exemplifies a lifelong dedication to healthcare excellence and innovation.
