September 29 - October 01, 2025
Sheraton, Boston, MA
Kieran Dawson is the Data Infrastructure Strategy & Innovation Team Lead at Pfizer, based in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. With over 25 years of experience in Pfizer manufacturing, warehousing, planning, and master data management, Kieran leads a cross-functional team of project leads and subject matter experts. Their focus is on advancing data infrastructure capabilities and driving innovation across the enterprise, aligning data strategy with Pfizer’s broader digital transformation goals. Kieran’s leadership is characterized by a hands-on approach to strategic planning, technical oversight, and team development. Known for fostering collaboration across departments, Kieran facilitates the Strategic Process, Data and Analytics team meetings, driving initiatives around digital prioritization, talent development, and portfolio strategy. Kieran has a unique ability to translate complex data challenges into actionable plans and is a frequent contributor to enterprise-wide discussions. Actively involved in shaping data governance practices across Pfizer Inc., Kieran is recognized for strategic foresight, technical depth, and empathetic leadership. As a key driver of Pfizer’s data infrastructure evolution, Kieran Dawson is a respected voice in the company’s innovation ecosystem.
In an increasingly complex and globalized pharmaceutical supply chain, master data isn’t just a back-office concern, it’s a strategic asset. From regulatory compliance to serialization, forecasting, and partner collaboration, clean, standardized, and synchronized data is the foundation for operational excellence and risk mitigation. In this session, pharma leaders and data governance experts will explore how to elevate master data management from a siloed IT initiative to an enterprise-wide enabler. Learn how top organizations are building scalable data frameworks, improving cross-functional alignment, and driving real business value through effective MDM strategies.
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