Soun Khountham is the founding Senior Director of New Development for UPMC’s Sponsored Clinical Trials & Partnerships within UPMC Enterprises. She leads enterprise efforts to grow clinical research through strategic industry sponsorships, academic collaborations, and innovation‑driven partnerships. With more than two decades across health systems, biotech, and industry, Soun focuses on building scalable, compliant pathways that connect life sciences companies, technology partners, and investigators. Her work strengthens governance, modernizes research infrastructure, and expands trial access while advancing real‑world data and emerging technology initiatives across UPMC