Chris Decker, MS
President and Chief Executive OfficerChris Decker is the President and CEO of CDISC. Widely recognized in the industry, Chris is an expert in technology and standards for complex process and technology solutions. He has extensive experience in executive roles across software development, clinical research, and consulting. Chris was previously at Instem (d-wise) for fifteen years, most recently as Vice President, Clinical Solutions.
Chris's 20-year involvement with CDISC includes roles as a volunteer, implementer, and board member, with a focus on innovation through standards. He holds an MS in Statistics from North Carolina State University and a BA in Statistics from Virginia Tech. Chris is enthusiastic about leading CDISC towards a technology-based standards future and expanding the organization's global impact in clinical research standards.
Peter Van Reusel
Chief Standards OfficerPeter Van Reusel provides executive leadership to the development and implementation of clinical standards in line with CDISC’s strategy and operational plans, working closely with the President and CEO, as well as CDISC staff and stakeholders. He has over 20 years’ experience in senior roles in pharma and at CROs, providing standards expertise and carrying out other standards work in various organizational settings. A long-time, CDISC-authorized instructor, Peter has helped significantly in developing CDISC training courses.
He previously served as CDISC’s European Liaison, shepherding relationships with key European regulatory, academic, and biopharma stakeholders. Peter is also an active PHUSE working group leader.
Nicole Harmon, Ph.D.
Chief Operating OfficerDr. Nicole Harmon oversees CDISC's operational strategies, furthering our mission to amplify data’s impact to advance research. A distinguished leader with over 20 years’ experience across the nonprofit, healthcare, research, and technology sectors, she brings a wealth of expertise in operational excellence, strategic marketing and partnerships, and financial sustainability.
Nicole previously served as President of Cohen Veterans Bioscience, where she was instrumental in driving key initiatives to advance research, further policy and patient advocacy, diversify funding streams, and develop systems that strengthened organizational infrastructure.
Nicole holds a PhD in Counseling and is widely recognized for her ability to build cross-sector collaborations that foster innovation and improve health outcomes.
Julie Smiley
Vice President of Data ScienceThroughout her career, Julie has held leadership roles overseeing large-scale technology portfolios and pioneering solutions that bridge the gap between technology and business strategy. She has been actively engaged with CDISC for 25 years as a member, volunteer, and industry collaborator, contributing to the development of the CDISC Library and driving initiatives that improve interoperability across clinical research.