Archives: Speakers

Robert Smith is an engineering and operations leader with extensive experience across the oil and gas, mining and mineral-processing sectors. As General Manager of Operations at Score in Perth, Australia, he brings expertise in valve management, specialised engineering and corrosion-control solutions.

A Mechanical Engineering graduate of Nottingham Trent University, Robert spent 15 years with Callidus Process Solutions before it became part of Score. He combines strong technical knowledge with practical operational insight, supporting solutions that improve equipment reliability, performance and service life in demanding environments.

Dr Evelyn Ng, PhD, MBA, CPEng, GAICD, is an engineering and business leader with global experience across the mining, industrial technology and resources sectors. As APAC Lead for R&D and Innovation at Score, she leads initiatives in technology development, operational performance, commercial growth and strategic partnerships.

Evelyn has helped commercialise proprietary technologies that improve reliability, productivity, safety and asset performance for major mining operations worldwide. In 2024, she received both the State and National Women in Resources Awards for Technological Innovation, as well as a national medal from Materials Australia for her contribution to materials engineering.

Experienced leader in Clinical Operations delivering Clinical Studies. Director with extensive experience in leading global projects and managing cross-functional teams. Experience in small start up biotech/large pharma and CROs. Experienced in early phase clinical research. Passionate about advancing innovative medical therapies through strategic oversight and operational excellence in clinical development. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and compliance to ensure impactful medical solutions reach patients efficiently. Eager to enhance research outcomes and contribute to advancements in healthcare with a focus on novel therapeutic approaches.

Francine Brophy serves as Senior Director and Product Clinical Lead and brings more than two decades of experience across prominent pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations. Her expertise encompasses Phase I–IV clinical development programs, medical devices, and cell and gene therapies across a broad range of therapeutic areas, with a particular focus on oncology. She also possesses substantial operational leadership experience in the design and execution of global clinical studies, including complex personalized and precision medicine programs.  Francine is currently leading a team at USWorldMedsCT.

Ananya is a pharmacist and seasoned leader in the life sciences industry with over a decade of experience translating corporate strategy into operational execution. At Biogen, he leads research portfolio management, ensuring strategic alignment across early-stage programs. His background spans business operations, regulatory affairs, and clinical development, with prior roles at Merck & Co. He holds an MBA in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business and certifications in Project Management Professional and Lean Six Sigma. Ananya is also a published contributor to scientific literature and an advocate for community engagement.