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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.

Charlotte Sauter is a dedicated professional in digital health. As a Principal Digital Health Scientist at Lundbeck, she brings more than four years of experience in evaluating and implementing Digital Health Technologies, including wearable devices, into clinical trials. Before joining Lundbeck, Charlotte worked as a Research Associate at NTU Singapore, focusing on digital health within the field of population health science. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Economics and a Master’s degree in Global Health.

Alastair Clewlow is Senior Director for Clinical Data Management, Statistical Programming and Digital solutions at Lundbeck. He has over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and IT Industry, having held positions in Data Management and Clinical Operations at LEO Pharma, Product Strategy and Development in the Oracle Health Sciences Global Business Unit before joining Lundbeck. He graduated from the University of Portsmouth with a BSc (Hons) in molecular biology.

Malene holds a MSc in Pharmacy from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Copenhagen. With over 17 years of experience in clinical supply management at Lundbeck, she has developed a deep expertise in vendor management, project management, and process optimization. Currently serving as a Senior Clinical Supply Specialist, she leads strategic initiatives and global collaborations to enhance clinical supply processes.

In addition to her extensive professional experience, she is an ICF certified Coach from Mindjuice Academy, specializing in powerful communication, systemic thinking, and personal leadership. She holds a Master Coach certification in Team Coaching and Leadership, equipping her with the skills to transform team dynamics and inspire collective success.

Malene is passionate about enhancing team collaboration across organizational barriers to improve clinical trials, project progress, and ultimately benefit patients with unmet needs.