Dave Ford

Dave Ford

Global Chief People Officer | Life Sciences Focus | HR Strategist | Organizational Transformation

Omnicell•Clinton, New Jersey, United States

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Experience38+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

I am a global human resources executive with deep experience in the life sciences sector, leading enterprise-wide people strategies. I am recognized for my leadership of complex organizational transformations, including M&A integrations across fast moving and highly regulated environments. I have an extensive international track record of aligning culture, talent, and business priorities, while building resilient, high performing, organizations. I have added value in leadership roles in large, complex multinational organizations, but also fast moving biotech environments, showing adaptability, resilience and the ability to perform effectively in a wide variety of companies.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • OmnicellCurrent
    Dec 2025–Present· 10 mos
    • Chief People OfficerCurrent
      Dec 2025–Present
  • Mar 2024–Dec 2025· 1 yr 9 mos
    • Chief People Officer
      Mar 2024–Dec 2025
  • May 2017–Mar 2024· 6 yrs 10 mos
    • Chief Human Resources Officer
      May 2017–Mar 2024
  • Jul 2002–May 2017· 14 yrs 10 mos
    • Vice President, Human Resources
      2016–May 2017
    • Vice President HR North America
      Nov 2011–Dec 2015
    • Vice President HR Development
      2010–Oct 2011
    • Vice President HR - Global Pharmaceutical Operations
      Apr 2005–2010
    • HR Director UK and Ireland
      Jul 2002–Apr 2005
  • Apr 1988–Jun 2001· 13 yrs 2 mos
    • HR Director Europe
      Apr 1988–Jun 2001

Education

MBA

INSEAD

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Change ManagementLeadershipEmployer BrandingWorkforce PlanningDeferred CompensationStrategyTalent ManagementHuman ResourcesHRISOrganizational DevelopmentEmployee RelationsSuccession PlanningPerformance ManagementCompensation & BenefitTalent AcquisitionHR PoliciesExecutive Compensation PlanningPolicyEmployee Engagementorganizational transformation