26th Annual Clinical Trial Supply Europe 2025

2025 will see the return of the Clinical Trial Supply Europe conference to Barcelona where pharma, large and small, alongside biotechs will have the opportunity to discuss, debate and consider new technologies and processes to streamline supply chain operations.

25 - 26

February

2025
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Luiz Barberini​

Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer

  • Over 25 years’ experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement and Demand Planning areas.
    Solid knowledge and experience in the whole S&OP process and its KPI´s inter-relationships with stakeholders
  • Demand Planning process management - pre-S&OP, with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Industrial Planning and Finance and customized tool design for such process
  • Management skills: experience with multidisciplinary and international teams (Brazil / Latin America / US).
  • Experience in S&OP, 3PL and Supply Chain Organization projects' implementation
  • Strong experience with Pharmaceutical and Consumer companies and Brazilian distribution model / 3PL contracts
  • Solid team management skills, as well as Customer Service relationship and management
  • Teacher for major Post Graduation Schools - Demand Planning and Procurement/Negotiation areas

CSCP & CPIM APICS. Logistics & Supply Chain driven strategy. Distribution & Logistics, Demand Planning, S&OP, Procurement and Export experiences, focusing on Business necessities through effective leadership.

Working as External Manufacturing Operations Manager Latin America at Bayer, in charge for external partners for CHC Division. Previously as Relationship Associated Director at Merck , Logistics Manager at Takeda/Nycomed Pharma, focusing on demand management, planning and distribution activities. Also has worked as Pfizer´s Logistic Manager and EFD´s Supply Chain Manager. Souza Cruz´s Procurement Manager and Rhodia's Logistic Supervisor.

Specialties: Logistics, Supply Chain, Materials, Procurement , Services, Negotiation, 3PL contracts, S&OP, Demand Planning

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Dr Kamal Amin​

Head Of Clinical Supplies Management, Galderma

Kamal is a trained Chemist who decided to pursue a career in supply chain management and quality. In this role, he was tasked to supervise commercial and clinical trial products. Kamal has worked in the pharmaceutical and device industries for over 15 years in different size organisations ranging from large multinational to small virtual companies. He is currently leading a global team at Galderma to develop an integrated clinical supply chain organisation within the company.

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Thomas Thoma​

Head Managed Access Programs, CTS/GHT/SR, Teva Pharmaceuticals

Three University degrees at the University of Augsburg 5 years of Supply Chain Management responsibilities in automotive electronics industry 12 years of Management responsibilities in multiple roles (SCM, IT, Sales) in the pharma industry Since 2014 Head of Clinical Trial Supply (Sales) of Teva Europe. Offering Teva widest pipeline of pharmaceuticals, placebos and manufacturing for clinical trial purposes. Since 2017 Head of Global Health Tendering of Teva Global. Offering Teva widest pipeline to NGOs, GOs and UN related organizations. Married and father of three beautiful kids

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Alexander Debets​

Lead Clinical Supply Innovation, MSD

Dr. Alexander Debets has and more than 20 years of experience in analytical and pharmaceutical R&D, and currently chairs the Clinical Supply Chain Council, a cross-functional and cross-divisional decision-making body for the integrated clinical supply chain.

He previously worked for Organon and Schering-Plough. He held several roles of increasing responsibility in Analytical Development, Pharmaceutical Development and Clinical Supply Operations in the Netherlands. He was site head of development manufacturing sites in Germany and in Switzerland, which involved the transition of a site from research and development into commercial.

His educational background includes a Doctor in Chemistry, and a Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry and Toxicology from the Free University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
He was chairman of several committees and councils, including global harmonization steering committees for Analytical Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) processes, Quality and international Procurement Improvements. He was board-member of the Analytical Section of the Royal Dutch Chemical Society and president of the Analytical Lab Managers Association.

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ChandraKumar Pillai​

Enterprise Architect, European Commission

With over 21 years in IT, Chandrakumar Pillai is a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, author, IT advisor, and enterprise architect based in Brussels. He combines technical expertise with business acumen to drive innovation and digital transformation.

He has founded and scaled startups, served as an IT Advisor for Digital Angel (healthcare startup), and is currently working as an Enterprise Architect at the European Commission. He also serves as a Board Member at a Silicon Valley-based AI startup. As a thought leader and speaker, he explores AI, blockchain, entrepreneurship, and emerging tech trends, inspiring a global community of innovators.

He also curates AI Daily Nutshell, a LinkedIn newsletter covering the latest in AI and innovation. In addition to content creation, he provides strategic consulting services, helping businesses leverage technology for growth and success.

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Colin Shelton​

Clinical Supply Chain Group Lead Director, GSK

Colin is a Clinical Supply Chain Director and Therapy Area Group Lead at GSK.

With 25 years' experience in Supply Chain and 22 of those at GSK in both commercial and R&D, Colin has delivered large scale product launches, cycle time reductions and enhanced supply chain solutions

Colin has led the GSK Clinical Supply Chain response to COVID, Russia/Ukraine, Israel, natural disasters and the 2024 Global Tech incident

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    2025 Sponsors Include:

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    Endpoint Clinical is a leading clinical trial technology and service partner, delivering adaptable RTSM solutions with a focus on security, stability, and trust. With decades of expertise and a proactive, innovation-driven approach, Endpoint minimizes friction, reduces risk, and enables your teams to focus where it matters most—on trial success.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.endpointclinical.com/

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    Clinical Services International (CSI) is a global leader of sourcing and management of commercially available medicines (comparators, concomitant medication) for clinical trials.
    Headquartered in London and with operations in UK, Germany, Denmark, Japan and USA, we provide efficient solutions and serve worldwide trials. Our longstanding experience and relationships with manufacturers, enables us to provide custom made solutions to address the most complex requirements.
    We accelerate drug development and reduce timelines by providing a fully integrated service.
    Address Regulatory, Quality, Operational, Clinical requirements
    Manage the entire supply chain and offer tailor-made solutions
    Comprehensive expertise in Oncology and Biosimilar products.
    Advanced Technology and Innovative approach
    Trusted partner of leading Biopharmaceuticals, CROs and CMOs.
    www.csint.com

    Company Website

    To learn more, please visit our website - www.csint.com

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    With over 30 years of experience, we offer clinical trial supply solutions such as global sourcing, packaging & labeling, QP release services and storage & distribution.

    We are a trusted partner for both academic and non-academic studies, providing clinical supply services from Phase I to Phase IV.

    Our in-house team of QP’s supports you in all stages of your process including the audit of the supply chain for GMP compliance in addition to certification of products for use in clinical trials.

    We are strategically located and HQ in Belgium, a European leader in clinical trials.

    We are operational in a newly built, innovative GMP facility with cleanroom for clinical trial labelling.

    We are Ecovadis certified, an independent platform to assess corporate social responsibility and sustainable procurement.

    We are a privately owned company with a long-term vision. We stand for flexibility, agility and operational excellence.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.novitan.com/en

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    4G Clinical is a leader in randomization and trial supply management (RTSM) for the global life sciences industry, offering the only fully cloud-based, 100% configurable and flexible solution utilizing natural language processing (NLP) and integrated supply forecasting. 4G Clinical is headquartered in the Boston Biotech corridor of Wellesley, MA, with offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.4gclinical.com

    Company Website:http://www.4gclinical.com/

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    To learn more, please visit our website - www.expericservices.com

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    IMP Clinical Supply Services Ltd. specializes in local clinical trial supply chain management, offering tailored solutions including importation, QP release, packaging, storage, and distribution within Israel. With expertise in complex protocols and regulatory compliance, we ensure seamless logistics, rapid delivery, and high-quality service to support successful clinical trials locally.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://imp-services.co.il/

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    For more than 35 years, Swiss-based ELPRO, part of the Bosch Group, is a global solution provider for innovative environmental monitoring for the pharmaceutical, life science, biotech, and health care industries. Technology based services, state-of-the-art data loggers, SaaS software platforms including data analytics, and GxP experts to support the system integration into your business processes, ensure efficiency and compliance throughout your supply chain. Our PDF data loggers for rooms and transports measure temperatures from -200 °C to +200 °C. They do not require any hardware or software to install or validate. Thanks to innovative service models and cloud-based database solutions, our customers always have the right GxP-compliant monitoring solution for every application. ELPRO is ISO 9001 certified, operates ISO 17025 accredited laboratories according to SCS/NIST, and adheres to GAMP® 5 guidelines. Sales and technical support offices are located in Switzerland, US, Canada, UK, Germany, the Nordics, Benelux, Singapore, and Japan.

    For more information, visit ELPRO.com.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.elpro.com/

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    Oximio optimizes clinical trial supply chains, with consolidated logistics, clinical supply and patient-centric services. Our unique geographic footprint provides access to patient communities of 500m+ people though an owned operational depot network, and strategically located partners, within Europe, Middle East and Africa.

    We’ve been delivering care for 17 years: https://oximio.com/

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    To learn more, please visit our website - www.oximio.com

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    Complex innovative clinical trial designs require an integrated synergetic approach to assess novel drug compounds for safety and effectiveness which often span esoteric, regulated and safety outcomes in all phases of the drug development life cycle.
    The companies of Eurofins Bioanalytical Services, the Eurofins Central Laboratory global network, Eurofins Viracor BioPharma Services, and Eurofins Clinical Trial Supplies are building a stronger connection to provide a seamless solutions-based approach to our client needs.

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    N-SIDE is a deeptech company that empowers organizations in the life sciences to make better decisions and optimize the use of critical resources. We’re doing so by combining deep industry expertise with applied mathematics and artificial intelligence into easy to use and cutting-edge software that transforms uncertainty and complexity into deterministic outcomes. We are an active player in clinical trial supply chain management for over 20 years and have the majority of the top 20 pharmaceutical companies as clients.

    With our software solution, the N-SIDE Suite, and expert services, we streamline the clinical supply of pharmaceutical and biotech companies by accelerating clinical plans, mitigating risks and curbing drug waste. We empower clinical leaders to make better, faster and safer decisions for patients waiting for life-changing medications.

    Company Website

    To learn more, please visit our website - https://lifesciences.n-side.com/

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    Suvoda is a global clinical trial technology company specializing in complex, life-sustaining studies in therapeutic areas like oncology, central nervous system (CNS), and rare disease. Founded in 2013 by experts in eClinical technologies, Suvoda empowers clinical trial professionals to manage the most urgent moments in the most urgent trials through advanced software solutions delivered on a single platform. Headquartered outside Philadelphia, Suvoda also maintains offices in Portland, OR, Barcelona, Spain, Bucharest and Iasi, Romania, and Tokyo, Japan. The company’s Net Promoter Score (NPS) consistently exceeds the technology industry average, contributing to the company being selected by trial sponsors and CROs to support more than 1,000 trials across 80 countries.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.suvoda.com/

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    Medidata is powering smarter treatments and healthier people through digital solutions to support clinical trials. Celebrating 25 years of ground-breaking technological innovation across more than 35,000 trials and 10 million patients, Medidata offers industry-leading expertise, analytics-powered insights, and the largest patient-level historical clinical trial data set in the world. More than 1 million registered users across approximately 2,300 customers trust Medidata’s seamless, end-to-end platform to improve patient experiences, accelerate clinical breakthroughs, and bring therapies to market faster. A Dassault Systèmes brand (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, DSY.PA), Medidata is headquartered in New York City and has been recognized as a Leader by Everest Group and IDC. Discover more at www.medidata.com and follow us @Medidata.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://www.medidata.com

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    Transform the way you look at drug distribution across the clinical supply chain!

    Our world-leading cloud temperature management solution is designed with pharma – for pharma. It enables you to meet compliance, identify lean and sustainable initiatives in the supply chain, and ultimately deliver drugs safely.​

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.tss.se/

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    DHL Life Sciences & Healthcare offers a comprehensive global logistics portfolio that is designed to meet the specific needs and challenges of the industry, with worldwide network operations, rigorous clinical and pharmaceutical governance, and incorporating high environmental standards. The DHL global clinical logistics network connects tens of thousands of researchers, sponsors, and patients with compliant, safe, and robust distribution systems.  Clinical trials logistics professionals can take advantage of these established, trusted DHL networks to reach out to patients, laboratories, and researchers across the world. DHL delivers the vital logistics that ensure clinicians and researchers can complete their work, improving health outcomes for all.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.logistics.dhl/global-en/home/our-divisions/supply-chain/sectors-overview/life-sciences-and-healthcare/our-life-sciences-and-healthcare-expertise.html

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    Inthera is a European family-owned pharmaceutical wholesaler specializing in supplying various original, biosimilar and generic medicines for clinical trials worldwide. Thanks to our decades long experience we have access to a vast portfolio of medicines confirming to the highest standards from various manufacturers, with flexible pricing and short delivery times.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://inthera.net

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    To learn more, please visit our website - www.tempmate.com

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    Signant Health provides solutions that simplify every step of the patient journey to make it easier for people to participate in, and for sites and study teams to run, clinical trials. Signant unites eCOA, eConsent, Patient Engagement, IRT, Clinical Supplies and Endpoint Quality into the industry’s most comprehensive patient-centric suite – an evolution built on more than 20 years of proven clinical research technology. Our intense focus on the patient experience, deep therapeutic area expertise and global operational scale enable hundreds of sponsors and CROs (including all Top 20 pharma) to extend the reach of drug development, expand patient opportunities and improve data quality – helping them bring life-changing therapies to our families and communities around the world.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - www.signanthealth

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    Akesa is an end-to-end provider of clinical trial supplies and services. Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, Akesa boasts global reach with deep expertise in the Asia-Pacific region. We work alongside sponsors, CROs, research institutions, clinical trial sites and CDMOs to project manage the sourcing of finished products, including comparators, combination therapies, and standard-of-care medications, from validated suppliers and directly from manufacturers.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://akesapharma.com/

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    With 35 years of experience, a global network of 30 purpose-built cGMP facilities and end to end capabilities across IMP, demand planning, comparator, ancillaries, packaging, labeling, cold chain and distribution Thermo Fisher Scientific clinical supply has the capacity, stability, expertise and global supply chain to support your project today. Additionally, being an integrated CRO and CDMO Thermo Fisher Scientific has the unique ability to support you from clinical research and clinical manufacturing through to clinical supply and execution.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - https://url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/ceBZCvQgLukWow3hXh0IQ1rns?domain=patheon.com

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    We acknowledge that your products are highly sensitive to temperature and need strictly controlled shipping solutions.

    T°Safe’s precise planning, careful risk assessment and rigorous performance ensures a high quality supply chain of API and an effective, IT-powered (iDEX) clinical trial distribution of IMP. This is key for a successful partnership with our customers.

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    To learn more, please visit our website - http://www.tsafelogistics.com/

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      Why attend?

      2025 will see the return of the Clinical Trial Supply Europe conference to Barcelona where pharma, large and small, alongside biotechs will have the opportunity to discuss, debate and consider new technologies and processes to streamline supply chain operations.

      There’s never been a better time to exchange case studies, meet thought leaders, and discover the latest solutions from our selection of experienced exhibitors to create a robust clinical supply chain.

      Clinical Trial Supply Europe will be co-located with the & Temperature Controlled Logistics of Biopharmaceuticals Europe.

      It’s time to build relationships and take away valuable lessons for clinical trial success moving forward so we look forward to seeing you there!

      WHAT TO EXPECT FOR 2025?

      Clinical Trial Supply Europe is the meeting place for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology community to discover how to excel in clinical supply strategy as well as form key connections for long-term success.

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      Agenda

      • 25 Feb 2025
      • 26 Feb 2025
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      Streams

      Stream one

      STREAM A: Clinical Supply Logistics and Operations

      Stream two

      STREAM B: Clinical Supply Technology and Innovation

      11:15 AM

      Exploring how digital display label is transforming the clinical supply chain

      • Enhancing real-time data visibility and accuracy
      • Streamlining compliance and regulatory adherence
      • Improving flexibility and efficiency in clinical supply management

      Speakers

      Alexander Debets
      Lead Clinical Supply Innovation, MSD

      11:45 AM

      From waste to efficiency: optimizing clinical trial supply chains with drug pooling

      This presentation will explore the implementation and benefits of drug pooling in clinical trials, using Incyte's experience as a case study. Key points include:

      • Sponsor and vendor perspectives on the growing importance of sustainable clinical trial practices to reduce drug waste, lower costs, and optimize supply chain management
      • Considerations when selecting an Interactive Response Technology (IRT) platform to address supply chain needs, and IRT’s role in enhancing clinical supply management with real-time control, data integrity, and support for complex supply scenarios
      • Case study on drug pooling as one methodology to save costs and reduce waste, with exploration of what it is, how it works, and concerns trials may have
      • Lessons learned from how Incyte has utilized drug pooling to enhance flexibility and efficiency in their studies and the corresponding impact on demand planning

      Speakers

      Henk Dieteren
      Clinical Supply Chain Solutions Consultant, Suvoda
      Ruth Barbero
      Director Global Clinical Supply Chain, Incyte

      12:15 PM

      Sourcing vendors and partners for your clinical supply chain: key considerations and technologies in labelling, packaging, storage, and distribution

      • Introduction to AstraZeneca’s Logistics and Clinical Supplies Vendor Selection Approach
      • Vendor Qualification
      • Qualified Vendor Selection
      • Q&A

      Speakers

      Lucas Lucero
      Associate Director, Vendor Management Logistics and Clinical Supply, AstraZeneca
      Marina Recalde
      Vendor Manager, AstraZeneca

      12:45 PM

      From depot to dose: the power of RTSM integration in temperature excursion management

      Temperature excursions can occur at any stage of the clinical supply chain—from depot to site to patient—posing significant risks to product integrity, compliance, and trial timelines. In this session, experts from Endpoint Clinical and Berlinger will explore how real-time temperature monitoring and RTSM integration provide full visibility across the entire supply journey.

      We'll break down how shipment and site-level integration within an RTSM system minimizes human error, enhances decision-making, and reduces drug wastage. Attendees will gain actionable insights into how connected systems empower site staff, streamline operations, and drive efficiency across clinical trials.

      Key Takeaways:

      • The impact of temperature excursions across the clinical supply chain
      • How integration enhances visibility and reduces manual effort
      • The role of real-time data in proactive excursion management
      • Measurable benefits in efficiency, compliance, and waste reduction

      Speakers

      Joanna Tait
      Solutions Consultant, Endpoint Clinical
      Dr Anne Stolle
      Global Key Account Manager, Berlinger

      1:15 PM

      Lunch and networking

      2:30 PM

      Navigating the new landscape of geopolitics and supply chain disruption: A critical look at key macro themes in healthcare

      • Considering recent key geopolitical trends’ impact on the future of healthcare and pharma
      • Investigating the cause of recurring supply chain disruptions
      • Learning how to build supply chain resilience

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      Carolina Pinto
      Analyst, GlobalData

      3 PM

      Digital displays: from concept to reality

      • Introducing design principles to support sustainability and circularity
      • Discussing roadmap considerations
      • Utilizing best practices from other industries
      • Exploring the advantages of an end-to-end solution

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      Frank Jaeger
      Commercial Director, CCL Clinical worldwide

      3:30 PM

      Panel discussion: Advancing clinical trial supplies: driving innovation through collaboration

      • Strategies for seamless communication and coordination among stakeholders to improve efficiency
      • The role of AI, predictive analytics and automation in optimizing supply chain processes
      • Solutions for managing decentralized and global trials through adaptive supply chain models
      • Innovative approaches to address patient needs, from home delivery to faster response times

      Speakers

      Ruth Barbero
      Director Global Clinical Supply Chain, Incyte
      Amaury Jeandrain
      Vice President Market Strategy, N-SIDE
      Vanesa Vongvarotai
      Solutions Consultant, Medidata
      Johanna Eriksson
      Chief Product Officer, TSS

      4 PM

      Afternoon refreshments and networking

      4:30 PM

      Panel Discussion: Embracing existing and emerging technology and digitalisation to assist in complex supply chains

      • Considering technology already available: challenges and benefits
      • Reviewing emerging technology: where and how it could assist
      • Leveraging technology to aid in end-to-end supply chain visibility
      • Implementing AI to assist with inventory management and reducing supply waste

      Speakers

      Alexander Debets
      Lead Clinical Supply Innovation, MSD
      Henk Dieteren
      Clinical Supply Chain Solutions Consultant, Suvoda
      Antoine Remiot
      Antoine Remiot, Senior Director - Global Business Development & Partnerships, Clinical Supply Optimization, N-SIDE
      Amaury Jeandrain
      Vice President Market Strategy, N-SIDE

      5 PM

      Balancing waste reduction and stock security in clinical trial supply

      • Analyzing the continued challenge of IMP waste, which remains around 50%, despite advancements in RTSM technology
      • Addressing the risk of stockouts at depots and sites and how to balance the risk of not missing a visit with a reduction in IMP waste
      • What tools are available to support supply professionals in their decision making when balancing these factors

      Speakers

      Jonathan Pritchard
      Senior Commercial Operations Manager, 4G Clinical

      5:30 PM

      Chairperson’s closing remarks

      Speakers

      Amaury Jeandrain
      Vice President Market Strategy, N-SIDE

      7:30 AM

      Registration and refreshments

      8:15 AM

      Chairperson’s opening remarks

      Speakers

      Arnaud Dourlens
      Global Head Clinical Supply Chain Operations, Sanofi

      8:30 AM

      Addressing European medicine shortages – The EMA MSSG solidarity mechanism

      • Recognizing the increasing frequency of medicine shortages in Europe, and highlighting vulnerabilities in the supply chain
      • Facilitating and sharing of critical medicines and resources among EU member states through the EMA MSSG Solidarity Mechanism, thereby improving supply chain resilience
      • Promoting collaboration among healthcare providers

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      Thomas Thoma
      Head Managed Access Programs, CTS/GHT/SR, Teva Pharmaceuticals

      9 AM

      Maximizing strategic trial success through domain knowledge, operational leadership, and clinical supply expertise

      This session will explore how deep industry expertise and operational leadership drive innovation in clinical trial design and execution, fostering strategic success. Through adaptive strategies and practical insights, it will showcase how expert-led teams partner with study teams to address challenges, enhance outcomes, and uphold trial integrity.

      • Aligning trial design to anticipate and address challenges proactively
      • Strategies of experienced teams to help sponsors avoid common pitfalls, such as randomization errors, to ensure trial success
      • Insights into navigating complex scenarios like First-In-Human (FIH) trials with expert-driven risk management
      • The role of operational distinction in maintaining data integrity and trial credibility

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      Christopher Mogg
      Solution Sales Specialist, Medidata

      9:30 AM

      Balancing GDP compliance with environmental responsibility: the IPEL approach to green clinical logistics

      • Understand the need for cross-industry collaboration to achieve environmental sustainability in clinical trial logistics
      • Find out how GDP compliance can go hand-in-hand with sustainability initiatives
      • Discover how adopting green logistics can reduce operational costs for your company
      • Learn how to contribute to a program tackling the 10%+ of global GHG emissions generated by logistics

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      Alan Kennedy
      Executive Director, GDP Universal Compliance Initiative

      10 AM

      Discover how top-performing CTS teams are transforming their organizations by diagnosing supply chain performance, identifying improvement areas, and prioritizing ROI-driven initiatives. Join us and explore:

      • Options for innovation in clinical supply, informed by current trends, regulations, and best practices
      • Performance goals driving biopharma CTS departments
      • Real-world applications: Business cases showcasing a step-by-step methodology to bring clinical supply chain performance
      • Proven success stories: implemented innovations in CTS and their measured impact

      Speakers

      Amaury Jeandrain
      Vice President Market Strategy, N-SIDE
      Sara Wehlin
      Senior Customer Success Manager, N-SIDE

      10:30 AM

      Morning refreshments and networking

      11:15 AM

      Protecting your clinical supply chain and minimizing disruption through effective risk mitigation planning in response to disaster events

      • Importance of communication and a strong network of key contacts
      • Building contingency from the start of trial to be better prepared for the unexpected
      • Incorporating risk assessment into project management plans, including business continuity
      • Leveraging technology and data analytics for real time tracking and monitoring in supply chain

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      Colin Shelton
      Clinical Supply Chain Group Lead Director, GSK

      11:45 AM

      Learn from the best: how sponsors can up-scale through automation

      • Ensuring temperature integrity in clinical trials
      • How to overcome the bottle necks of the supply chain
      • The role of Technology: Are your clinical trials future-proofed?

      Speakers

      Anita Leposa
      Key Account Manager, TSS

      12:15 PM

      FIRESIDE CHAT Considerations and best practice for working effectively with vendors and partners

      • The importance of integrated systems with CMOs: how much integration is useful?
      • Considerations when choosing technology partners in order to facilitate a strong partnership
      • Balancing degree of oversight over vendors and partners: how involved should you be?
      • Designing your vendor strategy: is it beneficial to work with multiple vendors or with one single partner?
      • Ensuring a successful relationship with vendors, CMOs and other partners: tips and tricks

      Speakers

      Joerg Wania
      Head of Clinical Trial Supply and Export Sales, STADAPHARM GmbH
      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData

      12:45 PM

      Moving science forward in 2025: emerging trends in the life science logistics industry

      • With constantly shifting regulations, new technologies and sustainability concerns, the life science logistics sector continues to develop at a rapid pace. Biocair’s position as a leading global life sciences logistics expert at the forefront of industry excellence and customer service means the company has a unique insight into the future of this sector.
      • Sustainability is now a crucial consideration within supply chain dynamics. This is part of a broader industry trend of companies collectively committing to sustainability targets.
      • With a decrease in funding being observed throughout 2024, collaboration is now more than ever a top priority.
      • As advances in treatments drive a shift towards personalized medicines, adherence to regulatory standards becomes paramount to ensure that sensitive and critical life science materials can be delivered to patients with the highest of care
      • The impact of recent global events can still be felt throughout the world of supply chain logistics. What is clear now more than ever is the need to be agile and flexible within the rapidly moving industry, where next-generation treatments are necessitating new approaches to logistics

      Speakers

      Marcel Walraven
      Clinical Trial Supply Chain Specialist, Biocair

      1:15 PM

      Lunch and networking

      2:30 PM

      CASE STUDY Necessity as the mother of documentation: developing a site-to-site transfer SOP

      • Vagueness of the regulations
      • Importance of buy-in from impacted functional leaders
      • Building the process to support the execution of the task

      Speakers

      Paula Figueiredo
      Associate Director Clinical Supplies, Alfasigma Belgium

      3 PM

      Derisking your global clinical supplies: focus on comparator, co-medication, and standard of care supplies

      • Strategic sourcing and supplier management
      • Inventory management, technology and automation
      • Regulatory readiness
      • Risk management framework
      • Solutions / considerations / cost efficiency

      Speakers

      Oliver O’Neill
      Senior Business Development Manager, BM Clinical

      3:30 PM

      PANEL DISCUSSION Enhancing communication and relationships between clinical supply and other stakeholders to improve collaboration and outcomes

      • Breaking down silos to include clinical supply team in collaborations with other departments such as clinical operations, quality, CMC
      • Changing internal mindsets to view clinical supply team as part of the company rather than considering them a service provider
      • Establishing robust communication plans which in turn accelerates drug development, speeds up trials and helps mitigate risk

      Speakers

      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData
      Darren Foulkes
      Head of European Strategic Partnerships, Viatris
      David Glynn
      Senior Director of Global IMP Management, Shionogi B.V.
      Christine Lande
      Project Lead, Supply Planning & Logistics, CSP&O, Technology Unit, Daiichi Sankyo

      4 PM

      Afternoon refreshments and networking

      4:30 PM

      Panel Discussion: Overcoming supply chain challenges within cell and gene therapy trials

      • Reviewing temperature control management and monitoring options to avoid excursions and waste (use of Real Time Tracking technology)
      • Considering challenges and benefits of supply models such as just in time supply to increase efficiency
      • Complying with regulation and quality control to limit delays

      Speakers

      Sanae Zahraoui
      Supply Chain Manager, TILT Biotherapeutics
      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData
      Cesar Gil-Martinez
      Procurement Regional Manager EMEA, Transportation & Warehousing, Bayer AG
      Patricia Perez
      Artworks & Projects Lead Supply Chain, Takeda

      5 PM

      Implementing sustainable sourcing practices for commercial medicines in your clinical trials

      • Demands on commercial supply chain
      • Direct influences on commercial CT supply
      • Key sustainable sourcing practices
      • Learning from the past – case studies

      Speakers

      Ian Hoban
      Business Development Director, Abacus Medicine
      Lucy Fox
      Business Development Director, Abacus Medicine

      5:30 PM

      Chairperson’s closing remarks

      Speakers

      Arnaud Dourlens
      Global Head Clinical Supply Chain Operations, Sanofi

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      5:40 PM

      EXHIBITION APPLE PRIZE DRAW

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      Streams

      Stream one

      STREAM A: Clinical Supply Logistics and Operations

      Stream two

      STREAM B: Clinical Supply Technology and Innovation

      9 AM

      FIRESIDE CHAT Integrating additional technologies with IRT to enhance functionality and efficiency

      • Managing inventory, procurement and logistics for manufacturing, storage and distribution
      • Optimizing drug supply based on patient needs
      • Enhancing traceability, security and transparency
      • Ensuring regulatory compliance and GMP/GDP processes are documented and auditable

      Speakers

      Dr Kamal Amin
      Head Of Clinical Supplies Management, Galderma

      9:30 AM

      Ensuring a successful regulatory inspection with support from your IRT provider

      Join us as we discuss five key areas of preparation for regulatory inspections based on current industry trends:

      • Audit trails
      • Data Integrity - beyond ALCOA++
      • Transparency and Responsibilities
      • Randomization – keeping the blind in mind
      • User Access Management

      Speakers

      Justine Koor
      Director Quality Assurance, IQVIA

      10 AM

      AI-powered innovation: transforming clinical supply chains and studies

      • Providing a clear understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) by exploring its definition, key components, and how it simulates human intelligence
      • Highlighting the importance of AI in the clinical domain by discussing its impact on efficiency, accuracy, and innovation
      • Specific applications of AI in managing clinical supply chains. Topics will include AI's role in demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and ensuring timely and efficient delivery of clinical materials
      • How AI enhances clinical studies by streamlining patient recruitment, analyzing trial data, and identifying patterns that improve outcomes
      • Addressing the challenges in adopting AI, such as data privacy concerns, integration issues, and the need for skilled expertise

      Speakers

      ChandraKumar Pillai
      Enterprise Architect, European Commission

      10:30 AM

      Biotech speed, biopharma Scale: Powered by clinical trial innovation

      Discover how advanced digital enablement tools are transforming supply chain operations, offering real-time insights, and fostering confidence in supply continuity. Additionally, explore how operational innovations are redefining processes to deliver the speed and scalability required to support both biotech agility and biopharma complexity.

      Attendees will gain actionable insights into:

      • Strategies for reducing clinical supply waste while ensuring patient needs are met
      • Digital tools that enhance real-time visibility into supply shipments and their status
      • Operational innovations that enable faster timelines without increasing risk
      • Practical approaches to aligning supply chain efficiency with clinical trial demand

      Speakers

      Luke Wilson
      Sr. Director, Commercial Operations, EMEA, Thermo Fisher Scientific

      11 AM

      Morning refreshments and networking

      11:45 AM

      Harnessing AI for smarter clinical trial supply chains

      • Leveraging AI to address challenges in clinical trial supply chains, including inefficiencies and limited diversity
      • Using AI-driven tools for smarter logistics and supply optimization
      • Improving trial accessibility and patient diversity through advanced technologies
      • Enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and ensuring cost-effectiveness in clinical trial operations

      Speakers

      Révérien Uwacu
      Clinical Trial Supply Expert

      12:15 PM

      Exploring the RTSM – supply forecasting ecosystem: Bringing efficiency and savings into the clinical supply chain

      The session will look at:

      • The impact of wastage in clinical supply chains
      • Key aspects of savings and efficiency brought by accurate supply forecasting in clinical trials
      • The promise of AI and what it really means
      • The RTSM ecosystem and how supply forecasting fits
      • What supply managers and sponsors need to look for when considering this

      Speakers

      Jasvinder Osan
      Vice President - Business Development,
      S-CLINICA
      Irena Seredina
      Executive Director, S-Clinica

      8 AM

      Registration and Refreshments

      8:50 AM

      Chairperson’s opening remarks

      Speakers

      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData

      9 AM

      Unravelling the effect of CTR and CTIS on GMP and clinical supply chain

      • Reviewing where supply chain and QP documentation is impacted
      • Labelling requirements for IMP
      • Sharing supply chain challenges and benefits experienced so far under CTR

      Speakers

      Andreas Schwinn
      Senior QP for IMPs, Roche

      9:30 AM

      Panel Discussion: Harmonising global R&D and clinical supply operations

      • What is the importance of driving optimisation across each step of the clinical supply chain journey?
      • How can we streamline resource utilisation in other critical processes of the drug discovery and development journey through integrated supply operations and precision logistics?
      • What are the essential requirements for achieving harmonisation in clinical supply operations across multiple stakeholders, strategic providers, and vendors?

       

       

      Speakers

      Fernanda Teles
      Head of Global Clinical Logistics Operations, DHL Supply Chain
      Aiden Smith
      Director Global Business Development - Clinical Logistics, DHL Supply Chain
      Pierre-Gaultier Delheid
      Head of Clinical Vendor Management, UCB Pharma
      Sophie Molle
      Healthcare Strategic Partnerships Director, GS1

      10 AM

      Trends & challenges in CTS sourcing and procurement – external manufacturing as the “procurement´s operational arm”

      Accelerate, cultivate, innovate!—managing relationships with the modern supplier
      How Bayer's external relationship governance model adds value to the business ensuring a reliable partnership and complements the sourcing & procurement functions within CTS scope

      • Trends on procurement roles and the necessity to have an operational perspective
      • Different approaches from different business necessities
      • Trends on how to best manage CMOs, 3PLs and clinical trials partners

      Speakers

      Luiz Barberini
      Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer

      10:30 AM

      Navigating excursion management in clinical trial settings: strategies for prevention, improving detectability and decreasing response times

      • Strategies to minimise the risk of excursions during transportation and storage
      • Key areas to consider when defining an excursion management process:
        • Data – how do you get all the information in hand (stability data, temperature information, affected kits, etc.) to decide on the acceptability of an excursion in a timely manner
        • People – what is the impact on clinical site personnel and who has responsibility for management of excursions at the sponsor side
        • Technology – how can technology be used to improve processes and what are the considerations with implementation of system-based solutions
      • Case study: what happens when sponsors lose sight of alarms
      • Future innovations: the use of real-time monitoring solutions

      Speakers

      Sarah McAliskey
      Temperature Services Manager, Almac

      11 AM

      Morning refreshments and networking

      11:45 AM

      Panel Discussion: Exploring strategies for flexible clinical trial supply manufacturing

      • Delving into benefits and challenges of batch vs continuous manufacturing
      • Comparing cost effectiveness and efficiency
      • Choosing the best fit based on trial size, product type and flexibility requirements

      Speakers

      Luiz Barberini
      Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer
      Dr Kamal Amin
      Head Of Clinical Supplies Management, Galderma
      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData

      12:15 PM

      Global virtual clinical trial supplies: The benefits of implementing an “On Demand – Just In Time” supply strategy for commercially available medications and ancillary supplies

      • Commercially Available Medications and Ancillary Supplies
      • Optimizes Capital and Employee Effort
      • Minimizes Waste and Risk
      • Provides Significant Savings
      • Sustainably Friendly

      Speakers

      Tom Gottschalk
      Vice President, Business Development, Mercalis

      12:45 PM

      State of the biopharma industry 2025: the outlook for drugs, trials, and manufacturing

      • Emerging industry trends & technologies
      • Emerging trends: CGT, anti-obesity drugs, precision medicine
      • Clinical trials outlook for 2025
      • Trends in outsourcing clinical trials
      • Opportunities for CROs and CDMOs in 2025

      Speakers

      Alison Labya
      Research and Analysis, GlobalData

      1:15 PM

      Lunch and networking

      2:15 PM

      EXHIBITION APPLE PRIZE DRAW

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      2:30 PM

      PROBLEM-SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

      During the roundtable discussion session, the conference hall will be divided into zones. Delegates can choose which zone they would like to join. Each zone will be led by a table moderator and will focus on a different challenge within supply chain logistics for biopharmaceuticals.

      ROUNDTABLE 1:

      Machine learning in material replenishment
      Gianpiero Lorusso, Independent Cold Chain Expert

      ROUNDTABLE 2:
      Digitalization and innovation in temperature controlled logistics
      Carla Fonseca Simao, Supply Chain Planner, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories

      ROUNDTABLE 3:
      Outsourcing for supply chain logistics: fostering a strong relationship with your vendors and suppliers
      Luiz Barberini, Head of External Manufacturing, Latin America, Bayer

      ROUNDTABLE 4:
      Implementing temperature data loggers into IRT
      Sonja Maerkle, Global Head IMP Distribution, Boehringer Ingelheim

      ROUNDTABLE 5:
      Navigating the transition: key considerations when changing sponsors in clinical trials
      Paula Figueiredo,Associate Director Clinical Supplies, Alfasigma Belgium

      Speakers

      Carla Fonseca Simao
      Supply Chain Planner, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories
      Luiz Barberini
      Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer
      Sonja Maerkle
      Head CTSU Distribution, Boehringer Ingelheim
      Paula Figueiredo
      Associate Director Clinical Supplies, Alfasigma Belgium
      Gianpiero Lorusso
      Independent Cold Chain Expert

      End of conference

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      Luiz Barberini
      Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer
      • Over 25 years’ experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement and Demand Planning areas.
        Solid knowledge and experience in the whole S&OP process and its KPI´s inter-relationships with stakeholders
      • Demand Planning process management - pre-S&OP, with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Industrial Planning and Finance and customized tool design for such process
      • Management skills: experience with multidisciplinary and international teams (Brazil / Latin America / US).
      • Experience in S&OP, 3PL and Supply Chain Organization projects' implementation
      • Strong experience with Pharmaceutical and Consumer companies and Brazilian distribution model / 3PL contracts
      • Solid team management skills, as well as Customer Service relationship and management
      • Teacher for major Post Graduation Schools - Demand Planning and Procurement/Negotiation areas

      CSCP & CPIM APICS. Logistics & Supply Chain driven strategy. Distribution & Logistics, Demand Planning, S&OP, Procurement and Export experiences, focusing on Business necessities through effective leadership.

      Working as External Manufacturing Operations Manager Latin America at Bayer, in charge for external partners for CHC Division. Previously as Relationship Associated Director at Merck , Logistics Manager at Takeda/Nycomed Pharma, focusing on demand management, planning and distribution activities. Also has worked as Pfizer´s Logistic Manager and EFD´s Supply Chain Manager. Souza Cruz´s Procurement Manager and Rhodia's Logistic Supervisor.

      Specialties: Logistics, Supply Chain, Materials, Procurement , Services, Negotiation, 3PL contracts, S&OP, Demand Planning

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      Sonja Maerkle
      Head CTSU Distribution, Boehringer Ingelheim

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      Andreas Schwinn
      Senior QP for IMPs, Roche

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      Unravelling the effect of CTR and CTIS on GMP and clinical supply chain

      2025-02-26, 9:00 AM

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      Thomas Thoma
      Head Managed Access Programs, CTS/GHT/SR, Teva Pharmaceuticals

      Three University degrees at the University of Augsburg 5 years of Supply Chain Management responsibilities in automotive electronics industry 12 years of Management responsibilities in multiple roles (SCM, IT, Sales) in the pharma industry Since 2014 Head of Clinical Trial Supply (Sales) of Teva Europe. Offering Teva widest pipeline of pharmaceuticals, placebos and manufacturing for clinical trial purposes. Since 2017 Head of Global Health Tendering of Teva Global. Offering Teva widest pipeline to NGOs, GOs and UN related organizations. Married and father of three beautiful kids

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      Addressing European medicine shortages – The EMA MSSG solidarity mechanism

      2025-02-25, 8:30 AM

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      Sanae Zahraoui
      Supply Chain Manager, TILT Biotherapeutics

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      Panel Discussion: Overcoming supply chain challenges within cell and gene therapy trials

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      Colin Shelton
      Clinical Supply Chain Group Lead Director, GSK

      Colin is a Clinical Supply Chain Director and Therapy Area Group Lead at GSK.

      With 25 years' experience in Supply Chain and 22 of those at GSK in both commercial and R&D, Colin has delivered large scale product launches, cycle time reductions and enhanced supply chain solutions

      Colin has led the GSK Clinical Supply Chain response to COVID, Russia/Ukraine, Israel, natural disasters and the 2024 Global Tech incident

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      Protecting your clinical supply chain and minimizing disruption through effective risk mitigation planning in response to disaster events

      2025-02-25, 11:15 AM

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      Paula Figueiredo
      Associate Director Clinical Supplies, Alfasigma Belgium

      Paula was born in Portugal in the early 80’s.

      She grew up in a small village of the Bairrada winegrowing region and wanted to study History of Art or Archeology.

      Twist of Fate, she became a Clinical Psychologist and practiced individual psychotherapy until she moved to Belgium, in 2008.

      Pharma entered Paula’s professional life more out of chance than by choice and, twist of Fate again?, she has been working in this business for the past 14 years.

      She started as a Clinical Study Supply Manager in 2017 at GSK Vaccines, joined UCB as a Clinical Set-up Manager and left the company as a Global Development Supply Lead. Paula is since 2020 “making it happen” as a Clinical Supply Leader at Galapagos.

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      CASE STUDY Necessity as the mother of documentation: developing a site-to-site transfer SOP

      2025-02-25, 2:30 PM

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      2025-02-26, 2:30 PM

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      Lucas Lucero
      Associate Director, Vendor Management Logistics and Clinical Supply, AstraZeneca

      As a Vendor Management Associate Director in the Logistics and Clinical Supply department, I focus on building strong vendor relationships to ensure an efficient and reliable supply chain. With over eight years of experience in procurement, vendor performance management, and planning, I understand the essentials of successful vendor partnerships. Previously, I developed global sourcing strategies as a Supplier Relationship Manager for CMOs in pharma, equipping me with the skills to manage and optimize vendor collaborations.

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      Sourcing vendors and partners for your clinical supply chain: key considerations and technologies in labelling, packaging, storage, and distribution

      2025-02-25, 12:15 PM

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      Alan Kennedy
      Executive Director, GDP Universal Compliance Initiative

      With a specialized focus on optimizing pharmaceutical supply chains, Alan has cultivated a track record of implementing transformative reforms and industry best practices. His cross-industry experience has shaped him into a forward-thinking strategist, and his collaborations with leading global companies have enriched his understanding of complex logistics challenges. A founder of the independent GDP Universal Compliance Initiative, he is spearheading a collaborative industry program designed to reform, harmonize and elevate the global distribution standards for life-saving medicines and vaccines.

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      Balancing GDP compliance with environmental responsibility: the IPEL approach to green clinical logistics

      2025-02-25, 9:30 AM

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      Révérien Uwacu
      Clinical Trial Supply Expert

      Originally from Rwanda and now based in Belgium, Révérien brings a unique blend of global experience and cultural insight to the clinical trial supply landscape.
      With over 12 years of expertise in pharmaceutical supply chain management, he has successfully collaborated with leading companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Baxter, Thermo Fisher, and UCB.

      Révérien’s academic background in IT and Supply Chain, combined with his deep understanding of clinical trial logistics, positions him as a forward-thinking expert in leveraging technology and innovation to optimize supply chains.
      His focus includes improving trial diversity, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring patient safety through data-driven and patient-centered strategies.
      As a passionate advocate for advancing clinical trials in underserved regions, Révérien is dedicated to addressing logistical challenges and fostering inclusivity in clinical research globally

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      Harnessing AI for smarter clinical trial supply chains

      2025-02-26, 11:45 AM

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      Alexander Debets
      Lead Clinical Supply Innovation, MSD

      Dr. Alexander Debets has and more than 20 years of experience in analytical and pharmaceutical R&D, and currently chairs the Clinical Supply Chain Council, a cross-functional and cross-divisional decision-making body for the integrated clinical supply chain.

      He previously worked for Organon and Schering-Plough. He held several roles of increasing responsibility in Analytical Development, Pharmaceutical Development and Clinical Supply Operations in the Netherlands. He was site head of development manufacturing sites in Germany and in Switzerland, which involved the transition of a site from research and development into commercial.

      His educational background includes a Doctor in Chemistry, and a Master’s Degree in Analytical Chemistry and Toxicology from the Free University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
      He was chairman of several committees and councils, including global harmonization steering committees for Analytical Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) processes, Quality and international Procurement Improvements. He was board-member of the Analytical Section of the Royal Dutch Chemical Society and president of the Analytical Lab Managers Association.

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      Exploring how digital display label is transforming the clinical supply chain

      2025-02-25, 11:15 AM

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      Panel Discussion: Embracing existing and emerging technology and digitalisation to assist in complex supply chains

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      ChandraKumar Pillai
      Enterprise Architect, European Commission

      With over 21 years in IT, Chandrakumar Pillai is a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, author, IT advisor, and enterprise architect based in Brussels. He combines technical expertise with business acumen to drive innovation and digital transformation.

      He has founded and scaled startups, served as an IT Advisor for Digital Angel (healthcare startup), and is currently working as an Enterprise Architect at the European Commission. He also serves as a Board Member at a Silicon Valley-based AI startup. As a thought leader and speaker, he explores AI, blockchain, entrepreneurship, and emerging tech trends, inspiring a global community of innovators.

      He also curates AI Daily Nutshell, a LinkedIn newsletter covering the latest in AI and innovation. In addition to content creation, he provides strategic consulting services, helping businesses leverage technology for growth and success.

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      AI-powered innovation: transforming clinical supply chains and studies

      2025-02-26, 10:00 AM

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      Dr Kamal Amin
      Head Of Clinical Supplies Management, Galderma

      Kamal is a trained Chemist who decided to pursue a career in supply chain management and quality. In this role, he was tasked to supervise commercial and clinical trial products. Kamal has worked in the pharmaceutical and device industries for over 15 years in different size organisations ranging from large multinational to small virtual companies. He is currently leading a global team at Galderma to develop an integrated clinical supply chain organisation within the company.

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      Panel Discussion: Exploring strategies for flexible clinical trial supply manufacturing

      2025-02-26, 11:45 AM

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      FIRESIDE CHAT Integrating additional technologies with IRT to enhance functionality and efficiency

      2025-02-26, 9:00 AM

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      Henk Dieteren
      Clinical Supply Chain Solutions Consultant, Suvoda

      As Clinical Supply Chain Solutions Consultant, Henk currently assists Suvoda with his knowledge in various areas of clinical trial supply management. Prior to Suvoda, he co-founded the clinical trial supplies department at Grünenthal GmbH and served as its Associate Director for 10 years. While at Grünenthal, he developed operational processes and championed risk management procedures to establish the company as a clear market leader in the area of clinical supply chain.

      More recently, he served as Senior Investigational Medicinal Product Manager at BioNTech SE, where he streamlined data processing operations in the clinical supply chain for personalized oncology therapies. He is an innovative expert in the field of IRT, temperature excursion management, and direct-to-patient logistics.

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      From waste to efficiency: optimizing clinical trial supply chains with drug pooling

      2025-02-25, 11:45 AM

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      Panel Discussion: Embracing existing and emerging technology and digitalisation to assist in complex supply chains

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      Ruth Barbero
      Director Global Clinical Supply Chain, Incyte

      BSc in Pharmacy, MSc in Pharmaceutical Industry and Technology, MSc in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Currently studying an Executive MBA. After exploring opportunities in the academia and as community pharmacist I developed my career in the pharmaceutical industry were I have been working for about 12 years, initially in formulation and manufacturing within pharmaceutical development, and during the last 7 years in Clinical Supplies. I have worked for Almirall and AstraZeneca in Spain and for Galderma, Debiopharm and Incyte in Switzerland. I have recently moved back to Spain were I am still working for Incyte within the Global Clinical Supplies group.

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      Panel discussion: Advancing clinical trial supplies: driving innovation through collaboration

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      From waste to efficiency: optimizing clinical trial supply chains with drug pooling

      2025-02-25, 11:45 AM

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      Amaury Jeandrain
      Vice President Market Strategy, N-SIDE

      Amaury Jeandrain has a Master’s Degree in Business Engineering with a specialization in supply chain management. After working for a CRO, he joined N-SIDE where he supported the optimization of hundreds of trials from different indications and pharmaceutical companies, providing services ranging from risk-based optimization to clinical trial design and solving drug supply shortage problems. Amaury now leads a group of consultants, focusing on the extension of N-SIDE’s solutions.

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      Discover how top-performing CTS teams are transforming their organizations by diagnosing supply chain performance, identifying improvement areas, and prioritizing ROI-driven initiatives. Join us and explore:

      2025-02-25, 10:00 AM

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      Panel discussion: Advancing clinical trial supplies: driving innovation through collaboration

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Panel Discussion: Embracing existing and emerging technology and digitalisation to assist in complex supply chains

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      Chairperson’s closing remarks

      2025-02-25, 5:30 PM

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      Luke Wilson
      Sr. Director, Commercial Operations, EMEA, Thermo Fisher Scientific

      Luke Wilson is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the clinical supply chain industry, specializing in Investigational Medicinal Product  management, inventory control, and logistics. He has a proven track record of optimizing supply chain operations to ensure the seamless delivery of clinical supplies and commercial drugs.

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      Biotech speed, biopharma Scale: Powered by clinical trial innovation

      2025-02-26, 10:30 AM

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      Fiona Barry
      Editor-in-Chief and Director of PharmSource, GlobalData

      Experienced healthcare editor with a demonstrated history of B2B journalism covering drug development, manufacturing, and the pharma industry. Skilled in editing, news writing, KOL interviews and financial journalism. Special focus on pharmaceutical manufacturing, clinical trials, rare disease and women's healthcare. Bilingual Glasgow/London-based English and French-speaking media professional with a Master of Arts (M.A.) in English from the University of Bristol.

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      FIRESIDE CHAT Considerations and best practice for working effectively with vendors and partners

      2025-02-25, 12:15 PM

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      PANEL DISCUSSION Enhancing communication and relationships between clinical supply and other stakeholders to improve collaboration and outcomes

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Panel Discussion: Exploring strategies for flexible clinical trial supply manufacturing

      2025-02-26, 11:45 AM

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      Chairperson’s opening remarks

      2025-02-26, 8:50 AM

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      Panel Discussion: Overcoming supply chain challenges within cell and gene therapy trials

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      Sarah McAliskey
      Temperature Services Manager, Almac

      Sarah McAliskey graduated from Queens University Belfast with a BEd in Business Studies. After graduating, Sarah gained a wide range of experience working in the clinical diagnostics industry, especially around solutions regarding shipping temperature sensitive product in challenging climates.

      Sarah joined Almac in 2016 and has worked with a large number of Pharma and Biotech companies initially in developing proposals to fulfil packaging and distribution needs, aiding in the successful delivery of a range of clinical trials. More recently, Sarah has worked closely with clients to understand the challenges they face with distributing temperature sensitive drug product and advising on the best solutions to implement for efficient management of temperature data on a global scale.

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      Navigating excursion management in clinical trial settings: strategies for prevention, improving detectability and decreasing response times

      2025-02-26, 10:30 AM

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      Christopher Mogg
      Solution Sales Specialist, Medidata

      Chris is a RTSM Solutions Specialist at Medidata with over 25 years of experience in Clinical Research specialising in Randomisation and Trial Supply Management (RTSM). He began his career at Clinphone working as a programmer and has held various Technical and Project related roles at Technology Vendors and CROs. With his vast experience and knowledge, he has a great understanding of what it takes to efficiently work with Sponsors and to help them select and develop systems. Chris is a graduate of Nottingham Trent University and holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Physics and Computer Science.

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      Maximizing strategic trial success through domain knowledge, operational leadership, and clinical supply expertise

      2025-02-25, 9:00 AM

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      Alison Labya
      Research and Analysis, GlobalData

      Analyst in the market research industry with a focus on biopharmaceutical dealmaking activity, with expertise in managing and maintaining databases pertaining to company attributes, deals and news to deliver value to stakeholders. Alison’s background also includes competitive intelligence in oncology and cardiovascular indications, as well as experience in a COVID-19 diagnostics lab. She also holds an MSc in Reproductive and Developmental Medicine, as well as a BSc in Biomedical Science – both from the University of Sheffield.

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      State of the biopharma industry 2025: the outlook for drugs, trials, and manufacturing

      2025-02-26, 12:45 PM

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      Frank Jaeger
      Commercial Director, CCL Clinical worldwide

      Since March 2024, Frank Jaeger has been leading the global business of CCL in the pharmaceutical industry as the Commercial Director of the CCL Clinical business unit. The trained economist was appointed to the management board of CCL Faubel GmbH in 2014, where he has been responsible for sales, marketing, label design, product development, and smart labels. As a long-standing member of the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE), he has given numerous presentations at trade shows and conferences, addressing the unique challenges of labeling and packaging active ingredients and therapies.

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      Digital displays: from concept to reality

      2025-02-25, 3:00 PM

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      Jonathan Pritchard
      Senior Commercial Operations Manager, 4G Clinical

      Throughout his career, Jonathan has developed a robust expertise in sales and operations, navigating diverse sectors such as Medical Devices, Biostatistics, and Contract Research Organizations (CROs). Currently, Jonathan specializes in the Randomization and Trial Supply Management (RTSM) space, supporting the commercial team in his role as Senior Commercial Operations Manager and leveraging his extensive background to drive operational excellence and commercial success at 4G Clinical. Jonathan's dedication to advancing clinical research has been instrumental in enhancing the efficacy and efficiency of clinical trials, ultimately contributing to the development of innovative medical solutions.

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      Balancing waste reduction and stock security in clinical trial supply

      2025-02-25, 5:00 PM

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      Oliver O’Neill
      Senior Business Development Manager, BM Clinical

      My Clinical Trial Supply career began 25 years ago working on manufacturing floor responsible for overseeing primary and secondary clinical packaging operations such as bottling, encapsulation, blistering, walleting / carding of blistering, packaging, labelling of patient kits.  I then spent 6 years working as Project Manager overseeing the client study design requirements with responsibility of creation of Master Batch Documentation, Batch Specific Packaging Specification and Distribution / Depot Instructions. In the Project Management role it was a great opportunity to work alongside the sponsors, CRO and internal departments such as Operations, Procurement and Quality departments. The last 12+ years I have used my experience and knowledge to offer consultation and advice to clients on process and identify best strategies for their study. For the last 5 years I have been fortunate to work at such a wonderful company that is BMclinical, in the services we provide we can quickly and clearly offer a efficiency. I look forward to meeting everyone at Barcelona.

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      Derisking your global clinical supplies: focus on comparator, co-medication, and standard of care supplies

      2025-02-25, 3:00 PM

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      Marina Recalde
      Vendor Manager, AstraZeneca

      As a Vendor Management Associate Director in the Logistics and Clinical Supply department, I focus on building strong vendor relationships to ensure an efficient and reliable supply chain. With over eight years of experience in procurement, vendor performance management, and planning, I understand the essentials of successful vendor partnerships. Previously, I developed global sourcing strategies as a Supplier Relationship Manager for CMOs in pharma, equipping me with the skills to manage and optimize vendor collaborations.

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      Sourcing vendors and partners for your clinical supply chain: key considerations and technologies in labelling, packaging, storage, and distribution

      2025-02-25, 12:15 PM

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      Darren Foulkes
      Head of European Strategic Partnerships, Viatris

      Darren Foulkes is the Head of European Strategic Partnerships at Viatris, responsible for the relationships, and business with our commercial partners across Europe.

      Darren joined Viatris, then Mylan UK, in 2016 as part of the marketing department. He later moved into the regional account manager role in July 2017, and has since taken the position of Head of Strategic Partnerships . Darren has 20-years experience in Pharmaceuticals with roles at GlaxoSmithKline, Astra Zeneca, Sanofi Pasteur, and Gilead Sciences. Darren’s experience is in commercial and marketing spanning areas to include generic medicine, vaccinations, antiretrovirals, and branded medications in multiple therapy areas. Darren currently represents Viatris at GIRP, the European Union’s wholesaler and medicine manufacturer association.

      Darren studied Pharmacology at Liverpool University, UK. He holds a marketing qualification from the Chartered Institute of Marketing in London, and an MBA from the Open University Business School. Darren is affiliated with the Chartered Management Institute in the UK, and holds Chartered Manager Status.

      Darren is passionate about harnessing the expertise of a diverse team that reflects the customers and patients we serve, and that Viatris is seen as the partner of choice for medicine supply across Europe.

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      PANEL DISCUSSION Enhancing communication and relationships between clinical supply and other stakeholders to improve collaboration and outcomes

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Joerg Wania
      Head of Clinical Trial Supply and Export Sales, STADAPHARM GmbH

      An accomplished Sales and Business Development professional with over 20 years of experience in the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors, specializing in Clinical Trial Supplies and Comparator Sourcing. With a proven track record of consistently surpassing sales and revenue targets, the individual has developed and executed strategic and tactical plans for various CDMOs and pharmaceutical service providers. Recognized for enhancing sales force effectiveness through meticulous structuring, planning, and the provision of coaching and tools. Demonstrates a strong capacity for leadership, adept at building and motivating high-performing sales and business development teams. Skilled in managing change, structuring operations, and offering hands-on support as necessary.

      Key competencies include:

      • Expertise in sales within the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries • Strong leadership capabilities, particularly in motivating teams within matrix organizations

      • Aligning sales and business development teams with internal support functions throughout the sales process

      • Developing and implementing comprehensive global sales and business development strategies

      • M&A experience involving GMP assets

      • Strategic planning and tactical execution for business growth

      • Proven ability to build global networks and secure cross-functional buy-in.

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      FIRESIDE CHAT Considerations and best practice for working effectively with vendors and partners

      2025-02-25, 12:15 PM

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      Davide Carluccio
      Principal Global Clinical Operations Manager, Almirall
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      Dr Anne Stolle
      Global Key Account Manager, Berlinger

      PhD in Natural Sciences

      20 years in the Pharmaceutical Industry: CRO and Pharma

      5 years Sales for Temp and Condition Monitoring solutions

      Strong Science and Clinical Trials Background

      Meets and exceeds clients expectations, consultant and solution provider

      Session Details:

      From depot to dose: the power of RTSM integration in temperature excursion management

      2025-02-25, 12:45 PM

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      Joanna Tait
      Solutions Consultant, Endpoint Clinical

      I have worked in the IRT industry for over 20 years in various roles, gaining extensive experience in bridging the gap between technical capabilities and client needs. For the past nine years, I have specialized as a Solutions Consultant, helping clients design and implement tailored IRT solutions to streamline clinical trial operations.

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      From depot to dose: the power of RTSM integration in temperature excursion management

      2025-02-25, 12:45 PM

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      Johanna Eriksson
      Chief Product Officer, TSS

      Johanna Eriksson is the Chief Product Officer at TSS, a company specializing in temperature control solutions developed in close collaboration with the life science industry. TSS helps the pharmaceutical sector ensure compliance, efficiency, and patient safety, ultimately reducing the risk of patients going off treatment due to temperature-compromised medicines

      With extensive experience in IT, business leadership, and compliance-driven solutions, she has held key roles as Business Development Manager and Chief Information Officer, blending strategic insight with technological expertise to drive digital innovation, regulatory compliance, and optimization in the pharmaceutical sector.

      At TSS, Johanna and her team focus on real-time monitoring to maintain product integrity, automation to enhance efficiency and compliance, and sustainability to minimize waste. Through continuous improvement and collaboration, TSS enables pharmaceutical companies to streamline operations, meet regulatory requirements, and implement innovative solutions that reduce risk and environmental impact.

      With a long-standing dedication to technology and innovation, Johanna helps TSS continuously evolve as a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies, delivering reliable, scalable, and future-ready temperature monitoring solutions

      Session Details:

      Panel discussion: Advancing clinical trial supplies: driving innovation through collaboration

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Anita Leposa
      Key Account Manager, TSS

      Anita Leposa is a Key Account Manager at TSS, a leading provider of temperature monitoring solutions for the pharmaceutical supply chain. With years of experience working closely with some of the world’s largest and most respected pharmaceutical brands, Anita is passionate about helping her customers excel in their segment. She specializes in driving operational efficiency and ensuring temperature integrity in clinical trials supply chain through automation and digitalization. At TSS, she plays a key role in supporting pharma sponsors to future-proof their supply chains with cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights.

      Session Details:

      Learn from the best: how sponsors can up-scale through automation

      2025-02-25, 11:45 AM

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      Patricia Perez
      Artworks & Projects Lead Supply Chain, Takeda

      Broad expertise in End2End Supply Chain, GxP, Logistics and Customer Service for pharmaceutical companies. For over 15 years in manufacturing industries as Janssen, Pfizer and Takeda focus in commercial and clinical trials and in the last seven years in cell therapy biotechnology.

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Overcoming supply chain challenges within cell and gene therapy trials

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      David Glynn
      Senior Director of Global IMP Management, Shionogi B.V.

      David Glynn is Sr. Director of Global IMP Management at Shionogi B.V. in Amsterdam. His career began at a CDMO and gradually progressed through Novartis and Sumitomo Pharma in the US before joining Shionogi in 2018. While mostly focused on IMP, David has held roles in Commercial and Corporate departments at both Sumitomo and Shionogi and worked closely with Japan HQ for more than 15 years.

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      PANEL DISCUSSION Enhancing communication and relationships between clinical supply and other stakeholders to improve collaboration and outcomes

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Tom Gottschalk
      Vice President, Business Development, Mercalis

      Tom has worked in the life sciences industry since 1997, with the first 10 years spent as a
      pharmaceutical representative and marketing product manager for Bertek, Merck and GSK.

      Tom joined Mercalis in 2008, created the RxStudy Card offering in 2009 and since then has been focused
      on changing the paradigm of the traditional clinical trial supply process to one of greater efficiency.

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      Global virtual clinical trial supplies: The benefits of implementing an “On Demand – Just In Time” supply strategy for commercially available medications and ancillary supplies

      2025-02-26, 12:15 PM

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      Marcel Walraven
      Clinical Trial Supply Chain Specialist, Biocair

      Delivering supply chain solutions that perfectly solve a customer's problem is something I greatly enjoy. I have over 20 years of experience creating solutions for customers in the Biotech and life sciences industry, having worked for leading logistics providers in a variety of roles within Operations, Product Management and Customer Services.

      Recently I managed the set up of a new pharmaceutical, fully GDP-compliant warehouse for a large NGO. I am now active for Biocair, a specialist courier dedicated to the life sciences industry, with a proven track record of delivering highly complex and fully compliant supply chain solutions.

      Session Details:

      Moving science forward in 2025: emerging trends in the life science logistics industry

      2025-02-25, 12:45 PM

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      Ian Hoban
      Business Development Director, Abacus Medicine
      • >35 years pharma experience
      • Developed career in Commercial roles within global organizations - Pfizer and Eli Lilly
      • 9 years comparator sourcing experience
      • Worked closely with supply chain, ensuring accurate forecasting, and getting medicines to patients through the implementation of novel approaches

      Session Details:

      Implementing sustainable sourcing practices for commercial medicines in your clinical trials

      2025-02-25, 5:00 PM

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      Lucy Fox
      Business Development Director, Abacus Medicine
      • 12 years clinical trial service experience
      • Worked closely with multinational pharmaceutical, virtual and biotechnology companies to define their clinical trial requirements. Acting as a consultant on technical aspects
      • Experienced in the management of IVRS technology for clinical trials
      • Worked closely with drug supply managers to effectively manage global supplies including forecasting and procurement from phase I to extensive phase III trials
      • Can develop creative solutions to fulfill customer needs

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      Implementing sustainable sourcing practices for commercial medicines in your clinical trials

      2025-02-25, 5:00 PM

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      Christine Lande
      Project Lead, Supply Planning & Logistics, CSP&O, Technology Unit, Daiichi Sankyo

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      PANEL DISCUSSION Enhancing communication and relationships between clinical supply and other stakeholders to improve collaboration and outcomes

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Fernanda Teles
      Head of Global Clinical Logistics Operations, DHL Supply Chain

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Harmonising global R&D and clinical supply operations

      2025-02-26, 9:30 AM

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      Aiden Smith
      Director Global Business Development - Clinical Logistics, DHL Supply Chain

      Aidan’s responsibility is to drive customer experience and ensuring that DHL meets all customer requirements across our warehouse and transportation network for their clinical supplies. Together with the Global Clinical Logistics Team they have developed a strong strategy to deliver clinical supply chains for the future, incorporating a strong focus on quality, regulatory compliance as well as a strong development agenda in Accelerated Digitalisation aligned to the wider priorities of DHL Supply Chain.

      With extensive experience in managing clinical customers and implementing their operations across DHL’s global clinical network of over 32 depot locations. His knowledge of clinical supply ensures that DHL can deliver in line with specific customer expectations and requirements across the clinical supply and packaging industry.

      Aiden has been part of the DHL Clinical Logistics team for the last 7 years, holding roles in Account Management, Operations and Depot Network Management.

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Harmonising global R&D and clinical supply operations

      2025-02-26, 9:30 AM

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      Pierre-Gaultier Delheid
      Head of Clinical Vendor Management, UCB Pharma

      As Head of Clinical Vendor Management at UCB, Pierre-Gaultier Delheid leads the vendor strategy aiming to design and manage a strong external vendor network. He makes a point of honor to build sustainable and strong alliances to overcome clinical challenges in a flexibility, agile, reliable, green and cost-efficient way. In close collaboration with other UCB business units, he drives a culture of partnership to change the game to a better outcome.

      Engineer by background, his experience in bio-pharma industry in CDMO as well as in Sponsor companies and his business DNA gained during an international EMBA (Hult, US/UK) led him to build strong expertise in the field of operation and business optimization as well as building strong partnerships.

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Harmonising global R&D and clinical supply operations

      2025-02-26, 9:30 AM

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      Sophie Molle
      Healthcare Strategic Partnerships Director, GS1

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Harmonising global R&D and clinical supply operations

      2025-02-26, 9:30 AM

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      Vanesa Vongvarotai
      Solutions Consultant, Medidata

      Vanesa is a solution consultant for 3DS-Medidata with a product focus on Rave RTSM. With over 10 years experience in multiple different roles across the clinical trial space, she enjoys using her combined experience to help define technology approaches to solve complex operational challenges.

      Session Details:

      Panel discussion: Advancing clinical trial supplies: driving innovation through collaboration

      2025-02-25, 3:30 PM

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      Antoine Remiot
      Antoine Remiot, Senior Director - Global Business Development & Partnerships, Clinical Supply Optimization, N-SIDE

      Antoine Remiot is N-SIDE's Director of BD and Partnerships. Over the past years, Antoine has been sharing his enthusiasm for lean clinical supply chain management, waste reduction, and sustainability with various pharma partners he supported in their change management journey toward digitalization.
      Antoine is passionate about leveraging data and AI to improve clinical supply efficiency. He gained expertise in forecasting, planning, IRT configuration, and end-to-end clinical supply chain optimization through his work on hundreds of trials on multiple indications.

      Session Details:

      Panel Discussion: Embracing existing and emerging technology and digitalisation to assist in complex supply chains

      2025-02-25, 4:30 PM

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      Carla Fonseca Simao
      Supply Chain Planner, Dr Reddy’s Laboratories

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      PROBLEM-SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

      2025-02-26, 2:30 PM

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      Vickram Srivastava
      Head of Planning, Global Supply Chain, Sun Pharma
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      Arnaud Dourlens
      Global Head Clinical Supply Chain Operations, Sanofi

      Arnaud Dourlens is an Arts et Métiers engineer, he began his industrial career in the FMCG sector where he held growing responsibilities. Then he joined the LVMH group where he reorganized new product launches and industrial investments in the Make-up segment in order to adapt to the need for innovation and time to market, thus providing a competitive advantage. He then managed the entire portfolio of industrial launches and investments in Perfumes, Skincare and Make-up for Parfums Christian Dior Group.

      During his career Arnaud held a wide variety of industrial roles. He joined Sanofi in 2017 as Production Director of a major solid oral form production site (>2.5 billion € turnover). He has been a key player in the development of the continuous improvement mindset and in the transformation of the site through IT projects, investments and activity growth following the acquisition of Boehringer Ingelheim consumer healthcare portfolio. Since the beginning of 2020, he’s been the Global Head of Sanofi Clinical Supply Chain Operations, managing worldwide clinical supply teams involved in more than 300 clinical studies.

      Session Details:

      Chairperson’s opening remarks

      2025-02-25, 8:15 AM

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      Chairperson’s closing remarks

      2025-02-25, 5:30 PM

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      Carolina Pinto
      Analyst, GlobalData

      Carolina Pinto is an Analyst in the Thematic Intelligence team specializing in how macro themes, including supply chain disruption, geopolitics, and sustainability, impact the tech sector. She also contributes to analyses on the adoption of AI, robotics, IoT, and other emerging technologies in the consumer goods and automotive sectors.​

      Session Details:

      Navigating the new landscape of geopolitics and supply chain disruption: A critical look at key macro themes in healthcare

      2025-02-25, 2:30 PM

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      Jasvinder Osan
      Vice President - Business Development,
      S-CLINICA

      Jas started his career in the 90s, as a data manager within clinical trials when these were done predominantly on paper - and has over the years seen the industry change and evolve.

      He has a degree in Applied Physics, and has worked over the last 25 years within eClinical technologies and solutions, with global responsibilities in project management, solutions consulting and sales. Jas's role within S-CLINICA is to bring new business, and build strategic relationships with customers.

      Session Details:

      Exploring the RTSM – supply forecasting ecosystem: Bringing efficiency and savings into the clinical supply chain

      2025-02-26, 12:15 PM

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      Irena Seredina
      Executive Director, S-Clinica

      Irena Seredina’ background is medicine, economics and management. She holds an MD, honors diploma and a MSc in Health Economics. During her medical practice,  Irena  worked in clinical research as a researcher and an investigator. The results of her research have been published in a number of articles and she is a recognized speaker at several industry forums and international conferences.  Irena worked at Amgen, and then joined S-Clinica in 2004. Now, as  Executive Director Irena gives direction for the product strategy and customer relationships.

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      Exploring the RTSM – supply forecasting ecosystem: Bringing efficiency and savings into the clinical supply chain

      2025-02-26, 12:15 PM

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      Libbi Rickenbacher
      Senior Director Product Strategy and Partnerships, 4G Clinical

      As Senior Director of Product Strategy & Partnerships, Libbi plays a pivotal role in steering 4G’s success by overseeing two critical domains: product strategy and partnerships management. Within the realm of product strategy, Libbi is dedicated to ensuring that 4G’s product portfolio not only meets but exceeds customer expectations while remaining at the forefront of dynamic market trends. In addition, staying close to market trends allows for Libbi to engage and forge impactful partnerships with organisations that align harmoniously with our business objectives.

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      Justine Koor
      Director Quality Assurance, IQVIA

      Quality professional with over 20 years experience in computerized systems validation, auditing, and quality systems management. With a career start in operations prior to moving to Quality, she understands the day to day efforts and what quality can bring to Operations teams.

      Demonstrated experience with regulatory inspections and inspection responses. Supporting sponsors globally complete successful regulatory inspections related to IRT and computer systems. Responsible for the operational activities of the Quality Assurance Department and the development and maintenance of all aspects of the Quality System.

      Data protection champion, CIPM certified. Dedicated to supporting teams identify and implement data protection laws into every day practices.

       

      Justine has been a part of IQVIA and the IQVIA IRT leadership team since 2013. Justine is based in Basel, Switzerland.

      Session Details:

      Ensuring a successful regulatory inspection with support from your IRT provider

      2025-02-26, 9:30 AM

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      Sara Wehlin
      Senior Customer Success Manager, N-SIDE

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      Discover how top-performing CTS teams are transforming their organizations by diagnosing supply chain performance, identifying improvement areas, and prioritizing ROI-driven initiatives. Join us and explore:

      2025-02-25, 10:00 AM

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      Chris Wallace
      Head of Distribution EMEA, Argenx

      Chris has over 35 years’ varied supply chain experience, having worked for several blue chip companies in a number of industries including 3rd party logistics services, automotive, medical device, nuclear fuels and biotech/pharmaceuticals.

      Originally from the UK but now based in Switzerland, he has been involved in life science - biotech/pharmaceuticals & medical device - for over 20 years of his career and has latterly been SVP Global Supply Chain at Clover Biopharmaceutical before last year moving to Argenx as Head of Distribution EMEA.

      He has developed, implemented and managed global healthcare supply chain strategies and operations on 6 continents. This has included different set-ups in multiple countries, including many in the Emerging Markets as well as the developed world.

      Chris has a degree in economics from Manchester University, an MBA from Aston University and a postgraduate diploma from London University. In his spare time, he plays golf badly and loves to sample great Italian food and red wines!

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      Luiz Barberini
      Head of External Manufacturing Latin America, Bayer
      • Over 25 years’ experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement and Demand Planning areas.
        Solid knowledge and experience in the whole S&OP process and its KPI´s inter-relationships with stakeholders
      • Demand Planning process management - pre-S&OP, with Sales, Marketing, Trade Marketing, Industrial Planning and Finance and customized tool design for such process
      • Management skills: experience with multidisciplinary and international teams (Brazil / Latin America / US).
      • Experience in S&OP, 3PL and Supply Chain Organization projects' implementation
      • Strong experience with Pharmaceutical and Consumer companies and Brazilian distribution model / 3PL contracts
      • Solid team management skills, as well as Customer Service relationship and management
      • Teacher for major Post Graduation Schools - Demand Planning and Procurement/Negotiation areas

      CSCP & CPIM APICS. Logistics & Supply Chain driven strategy. Distribution & Logistics, Demand Planning, S&OP, Procurement and Export experiences, focusing on Business necessities through effective leadership.

      Working as External Manufacturing Operations Manager Latin America at Bayer, in charge for external partners for CHC Division. Previously as Relationship Associated Director at Merck , Logistics Manager at Takeda/Nycomed Pharma, focusing on demand management, planning and distribution activities. Also has worked as Pfizer´s Logistic Manager and EFD´s Supply Chain Manager. Souza Cruz´s Procurement Manager and Rhodia's Logistic Supervisor.

      Specialties: Logistics, Supply Chain, Materials, Procurement , Services, Negotiation, 3PL contracts, S&OP, Demand Planning

      Session Details:

      PROBLEM-SOLVING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

      2025-02-26, 2:30 PM

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      Panel Discussion: Exploring strategies for flexible clinical trial supply manufacturing

      2025-02-26, 11:45 AM

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      Trends & challenges in CTS sourcing and procurement – external manufacturing as the “procurement´s operational arm”

      2025-02-26, 10:00 AM

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      Paul Hingst
      Supply Chain Consultant, Crinetics Pharmaceuticals

      Paul is an experienced Clinical Supply Chain Professional with a 25-year career in the BioPharmaceutical industry.  His extensive career includes roles at major companies like Amgen and Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he honed his skills and made a significant impact.  He has served in varied roles from basic research and contract manufacturing to client services and account management.  He is a Principal Consultant and Co-Founder of Beacon BioPharm Associates, a clinical supply chain consulting firm, providing variable staffing solutions to small and mid-sized BioPharm clients.  Paul is an industry veteran and respected leader known for his expertise in clinical supply chain.

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      Francesco Santo
      Director Clinical Supply Chain,
      Orano Med

      A highly experienced and passionate Director Clinical Supply Chain, Francesco has dedicated the past 17 years to ensuring the seamless execution of clinical trials by optimizing supply chain operations. His deep commitment to this field is driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence in delivering life-saving treatments to patients worldwide.  Throughout his career, he has honed a diverse skill set, encompassing:

      • Strategic Supply Chain Management
      • Regulatory Compliance
      • Cross-Functional Collaboration
      • Risk Management
      • Innovative Problem-Solving

      Francesco’s dedication to the clinical supplies industry is rooted in a profound understanding of the critical role it plays in advancing medical research and improving patient outcomes. He is committed to continuing his journey in this field, always striving to contribute to the betterment of global health.

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      Arnaud Dourlens
      Head of Clinical Trial Supply, Sanofi

      Arnaud Dourlens is an Arts et Métiers engineer, he began his industrial career in the FMCG sector where he held growing responsibilities. Then he joined the LVMH group where he reorganized new product launches and industrial investments in the Make-up segment in order to adapt to the need for innovation and time to market, thus providing a competitive advantage. He then managed the entire portfolio of industrial launches and investments in Perfumes, Skincare and Make-up for Parfums Christian Dior Group. During his career Arnaud held a wide variety of industrial roles. He joined Sanofi in 2017 as Production Director of a major solid oral form production site (>2.5 billion € turnover). He has been a key player in the development of the continuous improvement mindset and in the transformation of the site through IT projects, investments and activity growth following the acquisition of Boehringer Ingelheim consumer healthcare portfolio. Since the beginning of 2020, he’s been the global head of Sanofi Clinical Supply Chain Operations, managing worldwide clinical supply teams involved in more than 300 clinical studies.

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      Paul Larochelle
      Senior Director Global Clinical Supply Chain,
      Takeda

      Paul Larochelle has over 17 years of experience in a variety of positions within Clinical Supplies, including roles in clinical planning, production scheduling and planning, secondary packaging operations management, and business expert for a clinical inventory management system. Paul currently leads a team of Clinical Planning Leads at Takeda and is a member of the Global Clinical Supply Chain (GCSC) Leadership Team. He also oversees Takeda’s GCSC Post-PharmD Fellowship Program in partnership with the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS). Paul’s prior organizations include Genzyme/Sanofi and Biogen, supporting therapies across all indications and stages of development.

      In addition to his primary responsibilities, Paul served as a coordinator of Pharmacy Industry Fellowships for the Genzyme/Sanofi MCPHS Fellowship Program (2009-2014) and precepted over 50 pharmacy students interested in a career in industry for several schools. He is currently the Chair of the Dean’s Advisory Board for MCPHS Boston School of Pharmacy and a member of the Pharmacy Advisory Board for Western New England University. He is also a member of the Clinical Trial Supply Conference Series Advisory Board.

      Paul completed a Post-PharmD Industry Fellowship in Clinical Research/Investigational Product Management with Genzyme/MCPHS, a Doctorate in Pharmacy from MCPHS, an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and a degree in Biology from Providence College. Paul has also served previously as President of the Board of Directors for the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association (MPhA), and as President of the MCPHS Alumni Association.

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