Edward Armstrong

Background

About Edward Armstrong

Edward Armstrong is a seasoned quality and compliance leader with over 30 years of experience driving excellence across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, and advanced therapies. As Vice President and Head of Quality at Vedanta Biosciences, he plays a pivotal role in shaping strategic quality initiatives for a company pioneering microbiome-based therapeutics for serious gastrointestinal diseases. Edward combines strategic vision with tactical execution, ensuring robust quality systems while enabling innovation in highly regulated environments. His leadership style is defined by building high-performing teams from the ground up and inspiring existing teams to achieve ambitious goals. Known for his pragmatic approach, Edward fosters collaboration and accountability, creating cultures where compliance and creativity coexist. His expertise spans global regulatory frameworks and quality standards, including GMP, GCP, EMA, ISO, and ICH guidelines. Edward’s ability to anticipate regulatory trends and translate them into actionable strategies has positioned him as a trusted advisor and change agent within the life sciences industry.