MidCap Advisors, a middle-market investment banking firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions, announced that Lisa Sonneborn, MA, LMHC has joined the firm as a Healthcare Senior Advisor, enhancing its healthcare advisory services.
Ms. Sonneborn is a master's level clinician who began her career in clinical trials over a decade ago. Starting at a premier clinical trial site in Florida, she explored various roles before independently founding and overseeing the growth of Clarity Clinical Research in Upstate New York, a dedicated Alzheimer's and NASH clinical trial facility. Under her leadership, Clarity conducted clinical trials for some of the world's largest biotech and pharma companies, often out-enrolling some of the country's most prominent research facilities. In 2019, she was awarded the Health Care Innovator of the Year by the Central New York Business Journal for her work in establishing no-cost memory screening and preventative baseline cognitive testing for her community. In 2021, Clarity was acquired by the world's largest research site network.
"Lisa's extensive experience in clinical research operations and her entrepreneurial spirit make her a valuable addition to our healthcare advisory team," said Scott Yoder, Managing Director at MidCap Advisors. "Her unique perspective on the intricacies of clinical trials and her proven track record in scaling businesses will greatly benefit our clients in the healthcare sector."
At MidCap Advisors, Ms. Sonneborn will leverage her expertise to provide strategic guidance to healthcare organizations, particularly those involved in clinical research and trials. Her deep understanding of the operational challenges and opportunities within the clinical research landscape positions her to offer invaluable insights to clients seeking growth, optimization, and successful M&A opportunities.
"I am excited to join MidCap Advisors and contribute to their mission of delivering exceptional advisory services," said Ms. Sonneborn. "I look forward to leveraging my experience in clinical research to help clients navigate the complexities of the healthcare industry and achieve their strategic objectives."