CRS Clinical Research Services, an early-phase Contract Research Organization (CRO), has appointed Dr. Elisabeth Lackner as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
 
Tasked with leading the organization’s future strategic direction, Lackner aims to drive internationalization of the business and to enhance the Company’s service portfolio with a focus on quality, innovation, and client satisfaction.
 
Lackner commented: “I am honored to join this great management team and to guide the organization into its next chapter of strategic growth and innovation. With its unique positioning in the clinical research market and the strong foundation built on quality, experience, expertise, and a team of remarkable people with a track record spanning over four decades, CRS is primed to capitalize on emerging opportunities in the dynamic landscape of clinical research.”

About Dr. Elisabeth Lackner

Lackner is a highly experienced and well-respected global thought leader with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She joins from Element Materials where she held the CSO position, responsible for driving technical excellence and ensuring continued scientific rigor across the business, accelerating growth and increasing the company’s global presence.
 
Prior to this, she was Managing Director at Vineta, a family office focusing on long-term investments in Life Sciences. Previously, she led the merger of ABF Pharmaceutical Services and GBA Group Pharma, serving as the CEO of the GBA Pharma Division. As CEO, she turned the company from a national vendor into a trusted international partner for the pharma and biotech industries.
 
Lackner also serves as a QP (Qualified Person) and is a respected advisor within the life sciences industry. She obtained a PhD in Pharmacy from the University of Vienna and a Master’s degree in Tumor Biology. She holds several board positions of listed and non-listed companies.
 
Daniel Sehrt, shareholder representative, added: “As the demand for disease expertise and patient centricity continues to soar, we are confident that Elisabeth is the ideal leader to steer CRS towards a successful joint future. We look forward to working closely with her to strengthen our position as a premier provider of early-phase clinical research solutions, delivering unparalleled quality and value to our clients and patients worldwide.”