Built by clinical development experts.
Designed for biotech innovators.
ExperTrials was founded to offer biotech companies an alternative to large CROs: senior expertise,
direct access to decision-makers, and true partnership throughout the clinical development journey.
Our journey
2011
Clinical Research Consulting
Trusted partner for emerging and established biotech companies.
2019
Expansion to Full-service CRO
Strengthening our operational capabilities to deliver end-to-end clinical trial management across multiple therapeutic areas.
2024
US Office Opening in Pittsburgh
Expanding our presence in North America to better serve our clients and support their global development programs.
2025
Clinical Development Outsourcing + Full-service CRO
A trusted partner for biotech and medtech innovators worldwide, combining strategy, expertise, and execution.
Our leadership team








Aurélie WEISS-GUIMET
CEO & Founder
Clinical Research Professional with +17 years of experience acquired in pharmaceutical company (Sanofi) and CROs in a wide range of therapeutic areas such as oncology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, vaccine, cardiology, CNS, and rare diseases for drugs, medical devices and ATMPs. Aurélie founded ExperTrials in 2011 and as a consultant in Clinical Research, providing expertise to support biotech including conduct of clinical gap analysis, preparation of RFP, CRO selection and oversight, set-up and strategic clinical input.
In 2019, ExperTrials became a full-service clinical CRO providing support to startup and midsize Biotech and Medtech in the clinical development of their drug, medical device or ATMP in Europe and in the USA.
Rajhans SHARMA, PhD
Head of Business Development
Rajhans is the Head of Business Development at ExperTrials, specializing in building strategic partnerships with Biotech and Medtech SMEs, guiding them through their clinical development needs. He holds a Master’s in Nanotechnology, PhD in Drug Discovery and brings several years of senior research experience with high-impact publications in Virology, Oncology, and Neurodegenerative disease. With over 10 years of expertise, Rajhans evaluates complex life science innovations to extract their commercial relevance for business development.
Dr. Elzbieta LECH, MD
Head of Clinical Operations EU
Professional with 20+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical operations and regulatory affairs in various therapeutic areas complementing 7+ years of medical experience as a specialist physician in pediatric anesthesiology and intensive care. Strong leadership experience in clinical research and health care as well as a broad knowledge of drug development process. Enthusiastic leader focused on excellence and quality, with good strategic thinking, planning and organization skills. Elzbieta has a strong experience in various therapeutic areas including immune-oncology & rare diseases.
Ghazala KABANI, BSN, MHS
Head of Clinical Operations US
With 30+ years of industry experience, Ghazala Kabani is a leader in clinical operations within the pharmaceutical industry. She has held leadership roles at global biotech companies including Scynexis, Axovant, Pulmocide, and Novocure, as well as various clinical operations project/study management at Johnson and Johnson, Marshfield Clinic, PPD, RPS (now ICON), and Ockham (now COVANCE). Ghazala's expertise spans therapeutic areas such as GBM, brain metastasis, infectious diseases, oncology in general including hematologic malignancies, immunology, lung transplants, women's health, sleep disorders, dementia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and pediatrics, and vaccine trials.
With a post-doctorate fellowship from Harvard University, an MHS in Health and Public Policy from Johns Hopkins University, and nursing degrees from the Aga Khan University and Holy Family Hospital, Ghazala possesses a comprehensive skill set for end-to-end clinical development.
Dr. Andrzej PIOTROWSKI
Head of Pharmacovigilance and Medical Monitoring
Andrzej holds a medical degree from Medical University of Warsaw and a PhD in neuroimaging. He has 22+ years’ experience as Medical Monitor and Medical Advisor for pharmaceutical companies such as MSD, Boehringer-Ingelheim and Abbvie. He has a wide-ranging clinical trial experience in adult and pediatric environments in major universities, national health centers, and CROs. Vast expertise in a broad scope of therapeutic areas, particularly pulmonology, oncology, rheumatology, and neuropsychiatry, including various neuropsychiatric scales. Significant research-analytical skills ensuring high-quality services in the execution of medical lead responsibilities.
Sandrine KAHI
Clinical Auditor
Sandrine is a clinical research professional with 21+years of experience. After a 10-year tenure at the Inserm (French Medical Research Institute) in international clinical project management (Phases II and III), Sandrine continued to expand her experience in the field with Paris- and Miami-based company Neovacs for another 8 years.
In the past 5 years, she has been specifically responsible for initiating and overseeing an ongoing international clinical trial in the USA. She is currently a Freelance Certified GCP Auditor and Founder of San.K.Bio Consulting.
Anthony BERTHON, PharmD
Head of Market Access/HEOR
Pharmacist specialized in Health Economics & Outcomes Research (HEOR) & Market Access with 11+ years’ experience in various therapeutic areas such as Oncology (GIST, RCC, Car-T cells like), Endocrinology / Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics, Theranostics, Nuclear Medicine, Immunology, Fertility & Contraception, Respiratory / Pharmaceuticals, Biosimilars, Haematology, Cardiology (HBP), Endocrinology (Diabetes), Ophtalmology (AMD), Painkiller, Infectious disease, Respiratory (Cystic fibrosis), Allergen immunotherapy.
Indrani KAKADE
Head of Data Management & Biostatistics
Indrani Kakade is a senior clinical research leader with over 30 years of global experience across pharmaceutical sponsors and CROs, including Pfizer, Cognizant, Sciformix, and Cliantha. She has held numerous leadership roles in Clinical Data Management and Biostatistics, building and governing global biometrics organizations across Phase I–IV clinical programs. She currently serves as Head of Data Management and Biostatistics at ExperTrials on a consultant basis, strengthening the company’s in-house biometrics capabilities.
What makes us different Cards

Senior-Only Model
Every project is led by experienced professionals with 15 to 30+ years of industry experience.

Long-term Partnerships
Many of our consultants have worked together for more than 10 years on global Phase II and III programs.

Low Turnover
Less than 5% turnover over the past 5 years, ensuring continuity and deep program knowledge.

Biotech Focus
We work exclusively with biotech and medtech innovators who are changing lives around the world.

