DC

Daniel Carraher

Senior Director, CMC and Manufacturing Data & Technology

Driving AI-powered digital transformation in pharmaceutical manufacturing

About

Pharmaceutical technology leader with deep expertise in CMC data strategy, AI/ML implementation, and digital transformation. I partner with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that accelerate drug development and manufacturing excellence.

$42M+ Business Value Delivered
50% NPI Acceleration
15+ Years Experience

Expertise

AI & Advanced Analytics

Generative AI, Large Language Models, Machine Learning, and Predictive Analytics for pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality systems.

CMC Data Strategy

Continued Process Verification, Process Control Strategy, MES integration, and Quality Systems optimization across the product lifecycle.

Digital Transformation

Enterprise Data Governance, Cloud Architecture, Automation, and scalable digital solutions for global manufacturing networks.

Experience

Takeda

Senior Director, CMC and Manufacturing Data & Technology

Leading enterprise-wide data strategy and AI/ML initiatives across global manufacturing operations. Delivered $42M+ in business value through digital transformation programs.

Sanofi

Associate Director, Digital Manufacturing

Drove digital manufacturing initiatives and advanced analytics programs supporting biologics and vaccine production.

Pfizer

Process Engineer

Developed process control strategies and supported technology transfer for commercial manufacturing operations.

Education & Credentials

Education

  • MS Applied Statistics
    Penn State University (in progress)
  • BS Biochemistry
    University of Massachusetts Amherst

Industry Affiliations

  • IAAE Advisory Board
  • Parenteral Drug Association (PDA)
  • ISPE

Contact

Interested in discussing pharmaceutical data strategy, AI/ML applications, or digital transformation?