AI has the potential to redefine how life sciences organizations innovate, operate and serve patients — unlocking new levels of human ingenuity, productivity and growth.

Ricardo Fracaroli Vilanova

EY Americas Life Sciences AI & Data Leader; Partner, Ernst & Young LLP

Trusted advisor to life sciences companies. Combines industry knowledge with AI, analytics and automation to drive large-scale transformation.

Ricardo helps global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and diagnostics companies unlock enterprise value through AI, advanced analytics, automation and digital transformation. He advises senior executives on growth, productivity, operational excellence and large-scale business transformation, linking technology investments to measurable financial outcomes.

As the EY Americas Life Sciences AI & Data Leader, Ricardo oversees a multidisciplinary organization and a portfolio of AI, data and automation programs that support global life sciences companies. 

With more than 30 years of experience spanning software engineering, data science, advanced analytics and technology operations, Ricardo helps organizations accelerate innovation, optimize performance and create competitive advantage through AI and data-driven decision-making.

Working with leading technology alliances and platform providers, Ricardo helps organizations scale AI responsibly and effectively while transforming operating models, processes and ways of working. He also leads initiatives in physical AI, robotics and intelligent systems, bringing next-generation technologies into manufacturing, laboratory and operational environments.

How Ricardo is building a better working world

Ricardo is passionate about helping organizations harness AI to solve complex business challenges and improve outcomes for patients, customers and society. By combining deep industry knowledge with technical innovation, he helps organizations move from experimentation to enterprise-scale impact. Ricardo regularly contributes thought leadership on AI, data and digital transformation, and has led award-winning programs recognized by industry organizations, technology leaders and the EY organization for delivering measurable business results.

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