Information & Communications Technology

Andrew Renner

Director, ICT

Andrew Renner provides strategic leadership for PHRI’s information and communication technology (ICT) department, which includes infrastructure, information management solutions, telecommunication platforms that support the organization’s service offerings internally and externally. He is also responsible for the ICT governance structures that harmonize organizational objectives with performance goals and metrics.

He received his Bachelor of Science in Mathematical and Computer Science, and his Bachelor of Kinesiology, from McMaster University, and has more than 15 years’ ICT experience.

Les Farago

Manager, ICT, Solutions

Les Farago is responsible for implementing custom software solutions when off-the-shelf software does not meet the needs of a study’s specifications. He has been with PHRI his entire professional career, involved in almost every study the organization has conducted over the past decade.

Prior to his current position, he was a Software Architect and Software Developer at PHRI where he gained expertise in randomization, re-supply, IP logistics, study management, and software development. He received a Bachelor of Computing and Business degree from Brock University.

Dan Trottier

Manager, ICT, Operations

Dan Trottier is accountable for the continuous improvement and effective delivery of IT operational services at PHRI. Prior to joining the organization, he held IT-based technical and managerial roles in academic, industrial, analytical laboratory, and banking sectors.

He has volunteered for 15+ years in community networking initiatives as technical committee chair, board member, and president of the not-for-profit Hamilton Wentworth Community Network, created to bring affordable Internet access to all Hamiltonians. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from McMaster University.

Matt Smart

ICT Projects Manager

Matt Smart provides leadership for PHRI’s Business Analysts and Clinical Data Operations teams, working collaboratively with program management and support departments to improve efficiencies at PHRI. Matt is responsible for aligning ICT priorities with PHRI needs, leading innovation projects, and delivering quality systems to enable clinical research initiatives.

He has been with PHRI since 2009 contributing to over 100 studies and study-related systems, gaining a wealth of experience in clinical research operations, software development, ICT operations, business analysis, project management, quality assurance, data management, and leadership. Matt has a Bachelor of Mathematics degree from University of Waterloo.