Tara Webb has been appointed senior director of business development, Accelerated Community Oncology Research Network (ACORN). Ms. Webb will focus exclusively in the field of oncology, working closely with a select group of sponsors.  
   
“Tara Webb has an exceptional background in the CRO field and is widely respected for her industry knowledge, capabilities and integrity,” said Edward J. Stepanski, Ph.D., chief operations officer of ACORN. “Her responsibilities at ACORN CRO will include presenting ACORN’s capabilities to pharmaceutical companies and emerging biotechs, forging alliances with key accounts and providing customer service oversight on behalf of clients.”  
   
Ms. Webb brings a successful record of establishing and cultivating CRO relationships. Most recently, she served as senior director, business development for i3 Statprobe, where she was responsible for developing new business opportunities and strengthening current client relationships both nationally and internationally.