Andreas Beust

Dr. Andreas Beust is Chief Executive Officer of the Contract Research Organization (CRO) GCP-Service International Ltd. & Co. KG (GCP-Service), which performs national and international clinical trials for medicinal products, medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics. In addition, Andreas is President of the Association of International CROs (AICROS), which is a unique network of small and mid-sized CROs that allow global coverage with local knowledge and a more familial atmosphere. Andreas is intimately familiar with the requirements of clinical trials at European and international level and has contributed to more than 100 clinical studies to date, spanning both medicinal products and medical devices, including five studies led as trial Sponsor. His professional background combines hands-on biostatistical experience, statistical consulting, and trial design optimization with senior leadership responsibility for operational delivery, regulatory strategy, and quality risk management. As CEO of GCP-Service International and President of AICROS, his focus is on supporting small and medium-sized BioTech and Medical Device companies with pragmatic, tailored solutions across drug and device development programs. Connecting these organizations with experienced teams and local regulatory knowledge around the globe is central to the calling he pursues—making high-quality clinical trials more accessible, efficient, and fit for purpose.