Howard Moody has been appointed chief information officer and Alan Findlater has been appointed chief commercial officer of WIL Research Co. Mr. Moody will oversee the development and execution of an information technology strategy to improve client service, increase efficiency and expand enterprise value. Mr. Findlater will be responsible for developing and executing a global business development and marketing strategy that strengthens client relationships and expands market share through increased coverage of client needs across all geographies.

Mr. Moody has more than 20 years of experience in the contract research and laboratory services industries. Most recently, he served as chief information officer for MDS Pharma Services. Previously, he served as chief information officer for Medifacts, and spent five years as the chief information officer for Covance. Prior to joining Covance, he worked 11 years with SmithKline Beecham as vice president of Laboratory Applications Development and Support.