The Trusted Intelligence Behind Smarter Life Science Decisions

Dameka has over 3 decades of quantitative and qualitative clinical, social science, and market research experience. She leads the operations of all SMG Insights brands, including BioInformatics, Science Advisory Board (SAB), IMV Medical Information (IMV), Kalorama Information, Strategic Directions International (SDi), and Instrument Business Outlook (IBO). Dameka is based in southern Maryland and spends her free time participating in book clubs and mentoring young women. 

Andrea has over 12 years of quantitative and qualitative marketing research experience spanning the life sciences and CPG industries. She leads complex branding, pricing, and voice of customer projects for clients in the life sciences and diagnostic instrumentation categories, providing them with valuable insights. Ms. Smiley holds a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Miami University and a master’s degree in molecular genetics and biochemistry from the University of Cincinnati. Andrea is based in the Greater Cincinnati area, where she enjoys playing her saxophone in several area bands and supporting programs that aid young musicians.

Elizabeth is an experienced quantitative researcher of nearly 15 years. At SMG, she leads a team of data analysts and supports custom market research and insights initiatives across brands, including managing cross-team workflows, methodology and SOP development, and championing the adoption of dashboard and other automation tools. Elizabeth is based in Northern Virginia and holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Global Affairs as well as an undergraduate certification in Information Technology. She enjoys making complex research approachable and helping teams work smarter.

Sarah has over a decade of biomedical technology research experience spanning microbiology, virology, and neurobiology. She supports Science and Medicine Group as a Science Advisor, conducting market analysis and generating data‑driven insights that guide client strategy. In her role, she leads client communication, survey design, and successful execution of research objectives. Sarah is based in the Denver metropolitan area and enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and climbing.

Kate Pastrick is a Senior Data Analyst with over 20 years of experience in survey research and analytics, with an industry focus spanning business, marketing, statistics, and finance/economics. She supports Science and Medicine Group by partnering with internal teams and brands to deliver high-quality research and data-driven insights. Her responsibilities include survey design and testing, data cleaning, data visualization, and translating complex findings into clear, actionable insights. She is based outside of Washington DC in Maryland.

Rebecca Swain is a Senior Data Analyst with over seven years’ experience in market research, marketing analytics, and customer experience (CX). At Science and Medicine Group, she supports custom research projects through survey design and testing, data analytics, data cleaning and quality control, and the creation of insight‑driven reports and visualizations. Rebecca holds a bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and a Master’s degree in Psychology, and is based in London, UK.

Aylin Bissonett is a Senior Panel Recruitment and Retention Specialist for the Science Advisory Board, where she leads initiatives to grow, engage, and support a diverse global community of scientific panel members. In her role, she oversees panel updates, targeted recruiting, and member engagement strategies that strengthen sample quality and overall research impact. Aylin holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Translational Management, giving her a strong foundation in how scientific products move through the development pipeline. Based in Houston, she enjoys playing beach volleyball on warm days and exploring new coffee shops around the city.