Aetion®, a pioneering healthcare analytics company specializing in real-world evidence (RWE), has appointed Ken Watson as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The announcement coincides with the launch of Aetion’s new RWE technology hub in Barcelona, Spain, aimed at assembling top talent to drive innovation in healthcare analytics.
Ken Watson brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at major tech firms including Microsoft, the Toronto Stock Exchange, and WeWork, as well as his role as co-founder of multiple startups. Since joining Aetion as Senior Vice President of Engineering in August 2023, Ken has played a pivotal role in the development and successful launch of Aetion® Discover, a groundbreaking application designed for in-depth exploratory analyses in healthcare research.
Aetion’s expansion in Barcelona signifies a strategic move to harness local and European technical expertise. The Barcelona team, which has more than doubled in size to support Aetion’s growing product suite, will collaborate closely with global epidemiologists and data scientists to advance Aetion’s software capabilities.
Jeremy Rassen, President and Co-Founder of Aetion, expressed confidence in Ken Watson’s leadership: “Ken’s extensive background in leading technology teams and driving innovation makes him the perfect fit to lead our technology and product strategy. With our expanded Barcelona team, we look forward to accelerating our mission to provide transparent and scientifically validated insights into healthcare outcomes.”
Ken Watson remarked on his new role, stating, “I am honored to lead Aetion’s technology organization at this pivotal moment. Together with our talented team in Barcelona and across the globe, we are poised to address critical challenges in healthcare analytics and deliver solutions that drive meaningful improvements in patient outcomes.” www.aetion.com.
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