10th Annual Clinical Trial Supply Korea 2025

From global supply chain trends to Korea-specific solutions discover how to streamline processes, reduce delays, and transform the future of clinical trial supply

2 - 3

December

2025
  • JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul, South Korea
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Agenda

  • 2 Dec 2025
  • 3 Dec 2025
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8 AM

Registration and refreshments

8:40 AM

Chairperson’s opening remarks

8:45 AM

How to Choose the Right Clinical CRO: A Strategic Guide for Biotech Venture

·        Determining the optimal stage for CRO engagement to maximize efficiency

·        Engaging CROs in protocol development to inform strategic decisions, including country selection and trial design considerations

·        Leveraging CRO expertise by fostering a collaborative, partnership-driven relationship

Speakers

Sol Han
Chief Medical Officer, Head of Clinical Development Center, Cyrus Therapeutics

9:15 AM

Reserved for Novotech

9:45 AM

KEY NOTE: Why Listening to Patients Matters: Redefining Clinical Development Strategies

·        Understanding how prioritizing patient care enhances trial success

·        FDA guidance driving patient-centric clinical development

·        Real-world impact of patient input on protocol design and trial conduct

Speakers

Kazuhiko Takahata
Senior Director, Head of Clinical Development Group 3, Clinical Development Centre, Kyowa Kirin(Japan)

10:15 AM

Reserved for the Event Partner

10:45 AM

Morning refreshments and networking

11:30 AM

Advancing Adaptive Strategies for Clinical Trial Supply Manufacturing

·        Strategies for just-in-time manufacturing to reduce inventory and waste

·        CMO Selection: Aligning Partner Capabilities with Evolving Clinical Supply Demands

·        Modernizing the Supply Chain: Evaluating and Adopting Next-Generation Manufacturing Solutions

Speakers

Sangho Ma
VP Development , A&J science

12 PM

Reserved for Akesa Pharma

12:30 PM

Optimizing Central Lab Supply Chains: Overcoming Logistical Barriers in Clinical Sample Management

·        Addressing challenges in collection, labeling, packaging, and international shipping

·        Ensuring cold chain integrity to maintain sample viability and data accuracy

·        Navigating cross-border requirements, permits, and documentation delays

Speakers

Jaeyoung Hyun
Unit Manager, GCCL

1 PM

Lunch and networking

2:15 PM

GMP and Global Trials: Managing Multi-Regional Requirements for Manufacturing and Labeling

·       Ensuring quality and documentation consistency through effective CMO/CDMO coordination

·       Harmonizing GMP standards across regions with differing regulatory expectations

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Jung Won Jung
Production Team Manager, inno.N

2:45 PM

Reserved for the Event Partner

3:15 PM

Streamlining Success: An Integrated Approach to Clinical Quality Assurance in Supply Chains

·        Regularly auditing suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure compliance with regulatory standards

·        Conducting regular training and workshops to align all parties on quality assurance standards and practices

·        Developing and maintaining detailed risk management plans

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Alicia Kim
Clinical Trials Team Leader, LN Robotics

3:45 PM

Afternoon refreshments and networking

4:15 PM

Managing Investigational Product (IP) in Clinical Trials: Best Practices for Compliance, Safety, and Efficiency

·        Points to consider in relation to Investigational Product(including comparator) when conducting clinical trials

·        Key Strategic Exploration for Efficient Supply and the use of IRT

·        Discussing effective risk management strategies to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges, ensure uninterrupted supply, and minimize delays

Speakers

HyeJung Yang
Clinical Development Center, Clinical Team Lead, Daewoong Pharmaceutical

4:45 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION: Stronger Together: Mastering Vendor Relationships for Game Changing Clinical Supply Results

·        Cultivating trust and shared value through End-to-End clinical supply chain collaboration

·        Creating effective communication channels to enhance transparency and strengthen trust

·        Aligning incentives between sponsors and vendors to prevent supply shipment delays

Speakers

Priya Ravisekara
Senior Pharma Analyst, GlobalData Plc
HyeJung Yang
Clinical Development Center, Clinical Team Lead, Daewoong Pharmaceutical
Alicia Kim
Clinical Trials Team Leader, LN Robotics

5:15 PM

Chairperson’s closing remarks

8:15 AM

Registration and refreshments

8:50 AM

Chairperson’s opening remarks

9 AM

Insights and Lessons Learned from Managing Clinical Supply Chains for Cell and Gene Therapies

  • Cell and gene Therapy in clinical supply key differences and strategic considerations
  • New technology and advances
  • Case examples highlighting compliance challenges

Speakers

Priya Ravisekara
Senior Pharma Analyst, GlobalData Plc

9:30 AM

Reserved for the Event Partner

10 AM

Streamlining the End-to-End pharmaceutical supply Chain: Enhancing efficiency and quality

  • Understanding the complexities and challenges of the end-to-end pharmaceutical supply chain, from manufacturing to patient delivery
  • Addressing regulatory requirements and compliance
  • How did we implement effective strategies to enhance the end-to-end pharmaceutical supply chain

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Hyesung Shin
Director, Clinical Development Strategy, R&D Division, Aptabio

10:30 AM

IATA Temperature Control Regulations (TCR) on Clinical trials supply chain

  • Influence of TCR (Time, Temperature, and Condition) on Pharmaceutical Transportation
  • Effective Application of Time and Temperature Sensitive Labels
  • Ensuring Compliance with TCR Regulations in Clinical Trials

 

Reserved for IATA

11 AM

Morning refreshments and networking

11:45 AM

Smart Solutions for Cold Chain Disruptions and Supply Resilience

  • Tackling recent cold chain challenges with effective supply chain strategies
  • Avoiding common cold chain errors in global logistics to boost shipment success
  • Highlighting recent cold chain tech advancements driving precision and efficiency in transport

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Seunghyun Hong
Head of QA, GCPharma

12:15 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION: Turning Transit Troubles into Triumphs: Proven Strategies for Clinical Supply Success

  • Common causes of transit issues: shipment delays, temperature excursions, customs holds, and packaging failures
  • Addressing gaps in global regulatory guidance
  • Practical solutions for streamlining supply chain processes

 

Speakers

Priya Ravisekara
Senior Pharma Analyst, GlobalData Plc
Hyesung Shin
Director, Clinical Development Strategy, R&D Division, Aptabio
Seunghyun Hong
Head of QA, GCPharma

1 PM

Lunch and networking

Prize Draw taking place in exhibition hall at 14:15

Join us for a chance to win one of our prizes, including Apple products

2:30 PM

Speaker Hosted Roundtables

Interactive roundtable sessions offer a unique opportunity to come together with your peers to share best practice and develop solutions to critical challenges facing the industry as a whole. Hosted by industry experts and each focused on a single issue, roundtables are an exciting, interactive way to build your personal network and learn from the experience and expertise of others.

Roundtable session lasts for 30 minutes and rotate

ROUNDTABLE 1: Comparator Sourcing in Small Biotech: Overcoming Limits with Strategic Outsourcing
ROUNDTABLE 2: Driving Efficiency and Results Through Strong Sponsor, CRO Partnerships

YongGwan Kim, Associate Director, Janssen

ROUNDTABLE 3: Key Areas to Focus on for Proactive Inspection Preparedness in Today’s Regulatory Landscape
ROUNDTABLE 4: Integrating Packaging and Labeling with Clinical Supply Chain Operations

3:30 PM

Chairperson’s closing remarks

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Priya Ravisekara
Senior Pharma Analyst, GlobalData Plc

Priya Ravisekara, MSc,is a senior analyst at GlobalData in London, UK, where her primary responsibilities include producing analytical reports, improving and maintaining database functionality through quality assurance testing, updating and monitoring Global Data’s Clinical Trials Intelligence Database, and answering queries directly from clients. Priya holds a Masters in Clinical Drug Development from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Brunel University, London.​

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Stronger Together: Mastering Vendor Relationships for Game Changing Clinical Supply Results

2025-12-02, 4:45 PM

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Insights and Lessons Learned from Managing Clinical Supply Chains for Cell and Gene Therapies

2025-12-03, 9:00 AM

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Turning Transit Troubles into Triumphs: Proven Strategies for Clinical Supply Success

2025-12-03, 12:15 PM

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Sangwoo Lee
CEO, Jeju Biotek

With 16 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including over 5 years in non-clinical pharmacology and nearly a decade in clinical development, Sangwoo Lee has managed more than 10 clinical studies across both international sites (United States, Australia, Indonesia, and Singapore) and domestic settings in South Korea.

Specialties

Full Scoped Clinical Development

Clinical trial operation management and supervision based on Regulations and ICH guidelines

Development of IND CTD module relevant for Clinical Trial and Nonclinical Study

Planning and Management of Clinical Study Timeline and Budget

Vendor Selection and Management (CRO, Analytical Lab, Couriers)

Study Site Management and communication

IMP Management (Blinded)

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Young Su (Bobby) Noh
Director, Head of Clinical Research and Development (ONCO),Hanmi Pharm

Young Su (Bobby) Noh, Ph.D., is the Director, Clinical Research and Development (Oncology), Hanmi Pharma and a representative of IFPMA, ICH E22 informal Expert Working Group. Dr. Noh is also working as a committee member of KIC2025, an external Instructor in KoNECT and a reviewer of external evaluation committee of KDDF. Dr. Noh has been responsible for leading clinical program with NMEs or NBEs in multi-therapeutic area: including metabolic diseases and rare diseases as well as oncology and hematology for 17 years. Dr. Noh has a lot of experience for collaborating with global big pharma as well as biotech companies.

Previously, Dr. Noh served as an adjunct professor, department of regulatory science for Kyung Hee university and an expert, several guidelines Working Group of MFDS. Dr. Noh received his Ph.D. in pharmacy Kyung Hee University.

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Kazuhiko Takahata
Senior Director, Head of Clinical Development Group 3, Clinical Development Centre, Kyowa Kirin(Japan)

Experienced clinical development leader with a proven record in strategic decision-making and cross-functional team leadership within global pharmaceutical organizations.

Expertise spans immunology, oncology, and allergy therapeutic areas, with deep experience in cross-border regulatory engagement and clinical trial execution.

Combines scientific rigor with a business-focused mindset, currently pursuing a PhD in health economics to further strengthen academic and strategic capabilities.

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KEY NOTE: Why Listening to Patients Matters: Redefining Clinical Development Strategies

2025-12-02, 9:45 AM

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Jongyeop (Peter) Kim
Lead Manager, Big Data Team, Daewon pharmaceutical
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YOHAN BAE
Executive Director, Clinical Development Division, Kangstem Biotech

Yohan Bae is Executive Director, Clinical Development Division at Kangstem Biotech Co. Ltd since he joined in Mar 2020. He has almost 30 years of drug development experience ranging local and global regulatory affairs, clinical development, and patient access for pharmaceutical and medical device. Before he joined in Kangstem Biotech, Mr. Bae has worked for large international pharma and medical device companies such as Alcon, Bristol-Myer Squibb, and Boehringer-Ingelheim. He holds a master’s degree in Pharmacology from Pharmacy College, Kyunghee University.

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Eunah Paek
Executive Director, Boryung corporation

Ms. Eun-Ah Paek, Executive Director at Boryung Co., Ltd., majored in Pharmacy at Sookmyung Women’s University, where she also earned her Master’s degree in Pharmacology. She subsequently completed her doctoral coursework in Pharmacoepidemiology at Sungkyunkwan University.

She previously served as a project leader for central nervous system (CNS) drug development at SK Biopharm and is currently in charge of clinical trials, post-marketing clinical research, pharmacovigilance, and medical writing as the head of the Clinical Division at Boryung.

With over 30 years of experience, she has been involved in comprehensive drug development, spanning from non-clinical research to clinical trials and post-marketing activities for pharmaceuticals.

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Choong Hee LEE
Director of Clinical Team, MitoImmune Therapeutics
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Amy Jung Hyun LEE
Medical imaging expert

Amy is a seasoned imaging clinical trial expert with a PhD in Biomedical Sciences and extensive experience in the design, execution, and evaluation of imaging across multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology, ophthalmology, neurology, dermatology, musculoskeletal, and gastroenterology. With nearly a decade of leadership in managing imaging projects, she has worked with global pharmaceutical companies, leading CROs, and major hospitals worldwide. Her career journey spans roles from imaging project manager to CEO of a Singapore-based imaging CRO, and she now brings her expertise to a global imaging CRO.

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Youngwook Kim
Associate Director, Investigator Engagement – Korea, Clinical Research Investigator Engagement, Delivery & Capabilities, Lilly Korea Ltd

YoungWook Kim serves as the Associate Director of Investigator Engagement for Korea within the Clinical Research Investigator Engagement, Delivery & Capabilities at Eli Lilly and Company. In this role, he is entrusted with the comprehensive oversight of investigator site management for clinical research across Lilly Korea. His responsibilities encompass a broad range of critical capabilities, including portfolio management, study feasibility assessment, site selection, patient enrollment, and monitoring.

Holding a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Sahmyook University, he has cultivated a distinguished career that spans over 15 years in the pharmaceutical industry, with a particular focus on clinical operations. His professional journey has seen him undertake various roles, from CRA to Clinical Development Consultant, Clinical Operations Portfolio Manager, Clinical Information Process Automation, and Clinical Project Management. His experience covers a diverse geographical spectrum, including Korea, Emerging Markets, and Lilly Headquarters.

His extensive experience and deep commitment to the field are driven by a passion for enhancing the delivery of clinical research, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. His expertise and dedication are reflected in his approach to fostering innovation and efficiency in clinical research processes.

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Jaeyoung Hyun
Unit Manager, GCCL

Jaeyoung Hyun serves as Head of the Business Development Unit at GCCL(Global Clinical Central Lab), a leading central lab in Asia Pacific specializing in clinical trial sample analysis for global pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors. In this role, he oversees domestic and global client engagement, strategic sales, and partnership development, driving GCCL’s growth and international presence.

With a long-standing career in domestic sales and business development within the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, Mr. Hyun has cultivated deep expertise in fostering client relationships, shaping commercial strategies, and supporting multinational clinical programs. His professional background includes extensive collaboration with pharma and biotech companies, with a focus on overcoming logistical barriers in clinical sample management—an area he will address in his OCT Korea 2025 session, “Optimizing Central Lab Supply Chains: Overcoming Logistical Barriers in Clinical Sample Management.”

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Optimizing Central Lab Supply Chains: Overcoming Logistical Barriers in Clinical Sample Management

2025-12-02, 12:30 PM

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Seunghyun Hong
Head of QA, GCPharma

Session Details:

Smart Solutions for Cold Chain Disruptions and Supply Resilience

2025-12-03, 11:45 AM

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Turning Transit Troubles into Triumphs: Proven Strategies for Clinical Supply Success

2025-12-03, 12:15 PM

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Sangho Ma
VP Development , A&J science

Dr. Sang Ho Ma, Ph.D. in Pharmacy, is Vice President of Development at A&J Science and a member of the Expert Committee of the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS). With over 20 years of

experience in drug discovery and development, including CMC, regulatory affairs, and clinical research, he provides expertise across immuno-oncology, rare diseases, infectious diseases, and vaccines.

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Advancing Adaptive Strategies for Clinical Trial Supply Manufacturing

2025-12-02, 11:30 AM

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Sol Han
Chief Medical Officer, Head of Clinical Development Center, Cyrus Therapeutics

Session Details:

How to Choose the Right Clinical CRO: A Strategic Guide for Biotech Venture

2025-12-02, 8:45 AM

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YongGwan Kim
Associate Director, Janssen
  • Associate Director-Trial Delivery Leader, Medical Affairs Delivery Unit, J&J Innovative Medicine
  • Masters Degree of Supply Chain Management, MBA, Inha University
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Alicia Kim
Clinical Trials Team Leader, LN Robotics

- 23Y Clinical Trial & New Drug Development Expert Professional

- Global & Local Trials Experiences including the 1st Phase 2 COVID-19 New Oral-drug Trial PM in Korea & USA

- Global CROs and Local Pharmacies Experiences

- All-round Experts in Clinical Trials (Medicines & Devices)

Session Details:

Streamlining Success: An Integrated Approach to Clinical Quality Assurance in Supply Chains

2025-12-02, 3:15 PM

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Stronger Together: Mastering Vendor Relationships for Game Changing Clinical Supply Results

2025-12-02, 4:45 PM

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HyeJung Yang
Clinical Development Center, Clinical Team Lead, Daewoong Pharmaceutical

Hyejung Yang is the Team Leader of the Clinical New Drug Team at Daewoong Pharmaceutical. She has over 14 years of experience in global clinical development, leading Phase I–III trials across multiple therapeutic areas, with a particular focus on new drug development projects. She has extensive expertise in project leadership, study start-up, investigational product management, and global site/vendor communication. As a clinical team leader, she has directed cross-functional teams and contributed to IND submissions, ensuring successful execution of global clinical trials.

Session Details:

Managing Investigational Product (IP) in Clinical Trials: Best Practices for Compliance, Safety, and Efficiency

2025-12-02, 4:15 PM

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Stronger Together: Mastering Vendor Relationships for Game Changing Clinical Supply Results

2025-12-02, 4:45 PM

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Tina Sun
Study & Site Operations Country Head, Novartis(Taiwan)

With over 20 years of experience in clinical operations, Tina held leadership positions at Eli Lilly and Novartis, managing operations in Taiwan and Hong Kong. Besides her corporate roles, she led Transcelerate Taiwan since 2013 and served twice as the president of the Taiwan Clinical Research Association. Tina is interested in external engagement activities through her journey in clinical operations. Her authority in the field is demonstrated further through speaker roles at universities, conferences and clinical trial training programs, particularly on GCP-related topics.

Specialties

Global clinical trials operations and management

Speaker of clinical trial topics in GCP training program, university and conference

Professional Experiences

Trial Monitoring Country Head, Novartis (Taiwan)

Head of Clinical Operations, Eli Lilly and Company (Taiwan & Hong Kong)

President of Taiwan Clinical Research Association (5th ,TCRA)

Medical representative, clinical research associate, Novartis (Taiwan)

Pharmacist, Po-Ai Hospital

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Jung Won Jung
Production Team Manager, inno.N

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GMP and Global Trials: Managing Multi-Regional Requirements for Manufacturing and Labeling

2025-12-02, 2:15 PM

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Hyesung Shin
Director, Clinical Development Strategy, R&D Division, Aptabio

Hyesung Shin, managing director of TiumBio Co., Ltd has worked more than 23 years of experience in clinical trial development and operations.

She had worked during 13 years for global pharmaceutical companies at Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk and Novartis and 6 years at Abbott for medical devices clinical development and had experienced in Korean Biotech companies of BioPharm Solutions, Aptabio Therapeutics, TiumBio for new drug development and managing phase I/II Clinical Trial.

The works focused on managing clinical trial plan for new drug development, regulatory Filing for FDA/EMEA/MFDS IND, orphan drug Designation, vender management including CRO/Clinical Supplies/CDMO and development of  market strategy.

Session Details:

Streamlining the End-to-End pharmaceutical supply Chain: Enhancing efficiency and quality

2025-12-03, 10:00 AM

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PANEL DISCUSSION: Turning Transit Troubles into Triumphs: Proven Strategies for Clinical Supply Success

2025-12-03, 12:15 PM

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Sangmi Lee
Head of Clinical Development, ABL Bio

A seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in clinical development, Sangmi Lee is currently the Head of Clinical Development at ABL Bio Inc., where she spearheads the company's oncology pipeline. Her extensive career spans both global and local pharmaceutical landscapes, including leadership roles at Novartis, Chong Kun Dang, and GreenCross.

Specializing in early-stage development, Sangmi Lee has deep expertise in advancing complex therapeutic modalities, with a particular focus on T-cell engagers, bispecific antibodies, and bispecific ADCs. Her presentation, "Optimizing T Cell Engaging Therapies from Preclinical Study to Human Clinical Trial," will draw on her comprehensive background in translating cutting-edge science into successful human clinical trials.

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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

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Amanda Briceno
Clinical Supply Management & Patient Centricity Unit Manager, Chiesi Farmaceutici

Amanda Briceno is an experienced clinical supply professional with over 10 years in clinical research and supply chain operations. Originally from Venezuela, now based in Italy. She currently serves as Clinical Supply Manager and Head of the Patient Centricity Unit at Chiesi Farmaceutici, where she leads initiatives to design and deliver patient-focused clinical supply solutions that improve trial compliance and enhance the experience of both patients and site staff.

Her career began as a Clinical Research Associate at IQVIA, where she gained extensive experience in global trial monitoring and operations. Since joining Chiesi, Amanda has held positions of increasing responsibility within the Clinical Supply department, before assuming her current leadership role.

Amanda holds a Master’s degree in Drug Biotechnology from the Università degli Studi di Milano and a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Biotechnology. Amanda brings a strong blend of technical knowledge and operational leadership. Passionate about innovation in clinical supplies, she is dedicated to advancing more accessible, patient-centric clinical trials.

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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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Amaury Jeandrain
Strategy Advisor, Clinical Supply, N-SIDE

Amaury Jeandrain has a Master’s Degree in Business Engineering with a specialization in supply chain optimization. He joined Clinigen in 2015, then N-SIDE in 2016 where he last  held the position of VP of Strategy for clinical supply solutions.

Over the past decade, his objective has been to make clinical trial supply chains more efficient by redefining CTS strategies and driving measurable performance improvements. His expertise also includes forecasting, planning, waste reduction, and shortage risk mitigation.

Since 2024, while accompanying his wife on humanitarian missions abroad (Niger, then Colombia), Amaury has continued his work as a CTS advisor and trainer, partnering with pharmaceutical companies worldwide to enhance clinical supply performance.

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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
Global Head of 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.

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Paul Larochelle
Senior Director Global Clinical Supply Chain,
Takeda

Paul Larochelle currently serves as Senior Director (Planning Team Lead) for Global Clinical Supply Chain at Takeda, where he serves as a member of the GCSC Leadership Team and is responsible for managing a team of professionals overseeing the forecasting and planning of clinical study supplies. His role encompasses the strategic and operational aspects of clinical supply chain management in therapeutic areas such as oncology, neuroscience, gastrointestinal diseases, vaccines, and rare diseases. Paul's leadership extends to cross-functional projects aimed at implementing new capabilities, conducting due diligence of potential acquisitions by the company, and improving existing processes.

Previously, Paul held various roles at Biogen Corporation and Genzyme, a Sanofi Company, where he honed his expertise in clinical asset planning and clinical supplies management. His contributions to these organizations included serving as a lead contact for multiple clinical programs, developing supply chain strategies, leading continuous improvement projects, and serving as Fellowship Coordinator and Student Preceptor for dozens of students.

Paul has a BS in Biology from Providence College, PharmD from MCPHS Boston, and an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He also completed a Post-PharmD Industry Fellowship in Clinical Research/Investigational Product Management with MCPHS-Worcester and Genzyme Corporation. He is Chair of the Dean's Advisory Board at MCPHS School of Pharmacy – Boston,  a member of the Pharmacy Advisory Board at Western New England University, and a member of the Advisory Board for the Clinical Trial Supply global conference series.

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