Instructor Spotlight: Kerry Potter

Beginning his career with a chemistry degree from James Madison University, Kerry Potter spent nearly 30 years managing a wide range of projects in the world of pharmaceutical and nonclinical laboratory science. His roles in the industry have included quality assessment manager, analytical chemist, FDA quality-management system manager, GMP trainer, OSHA trainer, PR management, inspector, and so much more. Now he’s using his vast experience in the field to help newcomers to the industry gain essential knowledge.

Kerry Potter and CfPIE

Now the founder of Summit Consulting, Inc., Kerry Potter has spent the last 10 years of his long career working in the fields of consultation and training. He specifically works with pharmaceutical companies in both the United States and overseas in Europe, doing regulatory remediation, and training and development. He also teaches several courses with CfPIE, including:

• FDA Inspections: What Regulators Expect and How to Prepare
   
• Pharmaceutical Production Batch Record Review
   
• Pharmaceutical Root Cause Analysis of Failures and Deviations: Developing an Effective CAPA Strategy
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During his nearly three-decade-long career, Potter primarily worked with industry giant Merck, before beginning his own consulting company. He has previously held many affiliations, some of which he still holds today, such as ASQ, ASPI, AQP, PDA, GMP-TEA, and ASTD.

What Students Are Saying

Testimonials from all of Kerry Potter’s courses are positive. Beginners mention that his courses are extremely informative and easy to follow, even when packed full of material. Those who are already working in the field and just need to update their knowledge report that Kerry is great at answering questions, and is a dynamic teacher who keeps their interest.

Many testimonials mention that Potter is a great listener, and really has a passion for making sure that all students leave with expert understanding of the course material. After 30 years in the industry, and another 10 working for himself as a consultant, it’s easy to see from where he draws the in-depth knowledge he brings to every course.

Learn with Kerry Potter

If you are a professional who works in any sort of regulatory affairs profession, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry, Kerry Potter’s courses are for you. Whether you are a beginner or a professional in need of continuing education, the courses are laid out in a way that can work for all skill levels. These courses are particularly of use to those who work with companies that have contracts in multiple countries, as Kerry Potter is familiar with working with multiple governing agencies due to his work as a consultant overseas.

Get the expert information you need from someone who has been working in quality operations, audits, inspections, laboratory management, human resources, and learning and development departments for decades, all grounded in a thorough understanding of the chemistry behind the paperwork.