David F. Clark, MS
Perth Amboy
Summary
Senior executive with 20+ years of experience leading high-performing teams and multi-million-dollar portfolios across U.S. and global healthcare, life sciences, and media technology environments, spanning HCP, patient, and consumer audiences. Proven record of driving revenue growth, operational excellence, and strategic transformation for global and U.S. clients. Trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, known for translating complex challenges into scalable, measurable outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Director
DOCEREE
- Owned and led $18.5M in media revenue, overseeing forecasting, performance, and client delivery
- Managed 2 direct reports, partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Ad Operations, Product, and Finance
- Served as senior client partner to pharmaceutical manufacturers and agency stakeholders, aligning EHR media strategy with broader omnichannel brand objectives
- Drove adoption of point-of-care EHR media solutions within integrated HCP engagement ecosystems
- Advised clients on targeting, optimization, and performance insights unique to EHR environments
- Media technology company specializing in EHR-based advertising for healthcare professionals, enabling point-of-care engagement for pharmaceutical brands.
- Selected Impact
- Positioned EHR media as a strategic, must-buy channel within HCP media plans
- Strengthened agency and client trust through disciplined revenue management and strategic account leadership
- Senior leadership roles with FCB CURE, HealthEd Group, and Young & Rubicam, with sustained advancement through increasing responsibility and scope.
Senior Vice President, Group Client Service Leader
MERGE
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Led 4 direct and 20+ indirect reports across strategy, media, analytics, UX, and delivery
- Owned portfolio forecasting, revenue delivery, and margin performance
- Drove omnichannel strategies across web, media, CRM, mobile, social, and analytics
- Senior client partner for CSL Seqirus and Astellas, advising on commercialization and engagement strategy
- Co-led annual strategic investment planning and executive client presentations
- Selected Impact
- Built CX amplification framework connecting HCP-to-HCP, patient-to-HCP, and HCP-to-patient journeys
- Led integrated strategies spanning HCP, patient, and consumer audiences, aligning education, promotion, and engagement across the full treatment journey
Senior Vice President, Account Director
GREY GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led 9 direct and 30+ indirect reports across strategy, medical, creative, and delivery
- Oversaw pre-launch commercialization for Tanezumab (moderate-to-severe osteoarthritis)
- Guided financial management, launch readiness, and integrated execution
- Partnered with Pfizer–Lilly co-promote teams across U.S. and global markets
- Selected Impact
- Built senior partnerships across 17 client stakeholders
- Partnered with U.S. and global marketing leads across Japan, Italy, Spain, and the UK to align launch strategy, execution, and governance
- Directed CGI-led brand campaigns and REMS optimization initiatives
Senior Vice President, Group Account Director
KLICK HEALTH
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Led $13–20M portfolios and teams of up to 30+ across digital, strategy, and media
- Influenced agency transformation from digital-first to full-service model
- Secured $3M in new revenue (Boehringer Ingelheim) and expanded Myrbetriq national campaigns
- Pioneered immersive digital and VR-enabled branded experiences
Executive Vice President, Managing Director
REAL CHEMISTRY (formerly W2O Group)
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Built and led client services organization supporting $20–30M in annual revenue
- Delivered >50% growth through operational optimization and service expansion
- Secured $20M+ in new business and grew existing accounts 20–50% organically
- Partnered with pharmaceutical clients to establish new markets and disease education programs across professional, patient, and consumer audiences
Senior Vice President, Group Account Director
DIGITAS HEALTH
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Directed large-scale omnichannel programs for patient and professional audiences
- Oversaw 25+ branded and unbranded video initiatives, enabling $3M in add-on sales
Education
Master of Science - Organic Synthesis
University of Colorado
BoulderBachelor of Science - Chemistry & Mathematics
Georgetown University
Washington, DCSkills
- Ethics and integrity
- Partnership development
- Innovation management
- International business
- Team collaboration
- Sales management
- Marketing strategy
- Strategic positioning
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
Timeline
Senior Vice President, Group Client Service Leader
MERGE
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Vice President, Account Director
GREY GROUP
01.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Vice President, Group Account Director
KLICK HEALTH
01.2015 - 01.2018
Executive Vice President, Managing Director
REAL CHEMISTRY (formerly W2O Group)
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Vice President, Group Account Director
DIGITAS HEALTH
01.2010 - 01.2012
Business Director
DOCEREE
Master of Science - Organic Synthesis
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry & Mathematics
Georgetown University