Mr. David Vulcano LCSW, MBA, CIP, RAC, FACRP

David is a well-known thought leader and change agent in the clinical research industry through numerous associations, boards, initiatives, publications, and presentations.  Prior to joining ACRP, he was the Vice President for Clinical Research Compliance & Integrity at HCA Healthcare, providing research-related compliance and strategic development to their portfolio of hospitals, physician practices, and healthcare technology companies.  He is and has been in many industry leadership roles both in the United States and globally, including Chair of the Board of Trustees for ACRP, Honorary President for the Society of Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), and Advisory Board member for the Society for Clinical Data Management (SCDM).  His contributions to the research industry are numerous, and accolades include recognitions such as a Special Recognition Award by the Regulatory Affairs Professional Society, twice winning the Best Practice in Human Subject Protection by the Health Improvement Institute, the inaugural winner of the Christine K. Pierre Site Impact Award, and being named one of the Top 100 leaders in the Health IT Community by the HealthTech Council.  He holds a Private Company Governance Certificate through the Private Directors Association and has passed the FINRA-SIE exam. He also serves as President of the Music City Angels group for investments, mentoring, and the occasional board seat in diverse startup companies. David and his wife are the parents of two grown children and live south of Nashville, Tennessee, where they involve themselves in work, family life, as well as other charitable and entrepreneurial opportunities.