George is an experienced Senior Clinical Research Professional with a demonstrated history of working in the pharmaceutical industry from big pharma (Novartis, Pfizer) and medium sized biotech (Arena Pharmaceuticals) to Biotech startup (Granite Bio) and non-profit organizations (AO Foundation).
He is involved in all Clinical Operation activities and Sponsor-CRO relationships for more than 10 years and he gained a holistic experience in Vendor Oversight/Management activities for various vendors and Patient Recruitment initiatives.
Earlier in his career, George was acting as Research Scientist in Analytical Chemistry.
Graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, acquired a M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Engineering from KTH, The Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm and holds an M.B.A. from the University of Sheffield, where he focused on healthcare and marketing.
Diana Arellano is Chief Revenue Officer at Overproof, the premier provider of business intelligence and AI-driven innovation for the alcohol industry. Diana’s strategic leadership has been instrumental in transforming Overproof into an industry leader, empowering both emerging and established beverage alcohol brands with cutting-edge data solutions.
At the forefront of AI integration in the industry, Diana spearheads Overproof’s growth strategies, overseeing marketing, sales, and client success to ensure brands thrive in a competitive marketplace. She is leading efforts to implement generative AI solutions that enable dynamic sales planning and operational excellence, helping some of the largest global beverage enterprises optimize their revenue performance.
A recognized thought leader, Diana draws on Overproof’s unparalleled market intelligence and trend data to deliver actionable insights that allow brands to outsmart the competition. Her focus on operational innovation and commitment to driving commercial success makes Overproof a trusted partner for alcohol brands seeking to elevate their market presence and scale effectively.
Mohamed Abdelsamiea comes with more than 2 decades of Leisure, Wellness & Sports professional work experience including 16 years in GCC (UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait) with vast involvements in pre-opening, re-branding, development and renovation projects.
He has worked with luxury international hotel chains such as Jumeirah, Four Seasons, Atlantis Dubai, Shangri-la, Starwood, IHG, Marriott International, Premedion GmbH, Spa Resources International and Ministry of Tourism – Sultanate of Oman. His last 2 roles were Director of Spa at Four Seasons Hotels and General Manager at Premedion Spa & Prevention, GmbH.
Mohamed currently leads Leisure & Sports at luxury resort of Jumeirah Masseila Kuwait Hotel and Spa for the last 2.5 years.
He holds a Bachelor of Physical Education, Sports Science and management, specialised courses in Fitness, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Sports Injuries. He also holds Spa Management Diploma from Cleopatra & Steiner Dubai, Advanced Business Management Diploma from Cambridge Australia and International Project Management. Professional Interpersonal Skills program with Harvard. He is Also CIBTAC certified therapist, First Aider, Lifeguard, Diver and Certified ISO9001:2015 QMS Internal Auditor.
Mohamed currently pursues a global Doctoral program specialised in International Business Management and Strategic Marketing after completing his MBA equivalency to further expand his strategic capacities and give back to the industry.
Brendan is a seasoned IT professional who spent 12 years at Microsoft followed by 12 years working with start-ups and scale-ups around the world.
At iProov, he works in the EMEA solutions consultancy team working with customers to design world class biometric solutions, allowing customers to securely enrol and authenticate their identity remotely.
Brendan is currently working with several global finance organisations on digital transformation projects to streamline account opening using facial biometrics to onboard customers from anywhere in the world with a secure selfie and ID capture.
Karen Montgomery-Douglas | Commercial Development Manager | BSc (Biomedical), Grad. Dip. Medical Laboratory Science
Karen brings over 20 years’ experience in sales and business development in the clinical trials and laboratory sectors. With a strong background in managing global and Asia-Pacific sales strategies, Karen drives growth and fosters client relationships across the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. She has demonstrated leadership in developing robust business processes to support commercial objectives.
Over the last 25 years, my career has evolved in various roles and I have held senior positions in the pharma/biotech industry and with international CROs. Comprehensive knowledge and experience in Clinical Operations, experience from First in Human up until late stage. Global experience, understanding the nuances of operating in a diverse environment. Strong leadership skills, with experience in a managerial role. Medical background and advanced IT skills in Trial Management Systems, EDC and e-TMF
My aim is to make the people who report to me feel that they are a valued member of a successful team, doing meaningful work in an environment of trust.
Fox Walker has been a defence analyst with GlobalData Plc for the past year. In his role, Fox helps clients navigate the return of great-power competition and understand the ways emerging military technologies are shaping the character of war. Prior to joining GlobalData, Fox earned an MA from the Department of War Studies at King’s College London. Fox is originally from Fort Worth, Texas and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin.
