ComRes Healthcare Leader Joins Simpson Carpenter

UK-based consultancy Simpson Carpenter has appointed former ComRes Head of Healthcare Rachel Skevington Britton as an Associate Director in its fast-growing pharmaceutical and biotech division.

The company was formed in 1998, combines traditional MR with text mining, data visualisation and semiotics and has in-depth expertise in retail, tech, pharmaceutical and automotive sectors.

Prior to a five-year spell at ComRes, Skevington Britton worked at ORB International and Cragg Ross Dawson. In her new role, she will take responsibility for several accounts in a division enjoying 'an exciting period of growth' according to the company. 'A series of hirings' are planned over the next few months.

Simpson Carpenter Head of Healthcare Anna Sawka comments: 'Rachel is a bright and driven research professional with a specific skillset in areas like corporate reputation in which we have a particular interest. With her wide experience, she will definitely help us 'bridge the gaps' between healthcare, pharma and the consumer... and we are delighted that she is coming on board at this exciting time in our development'.

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