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BIO-Europe Lead Retrieval
November 3–5, 2025
Vienna Congress and Convention Center, Vienna, AustriaNovember 11–12, 2025 | Digital Partnering

John Copeland
Head of International Business Development & Transactions at MSD
Speaker

Profile

John Copeland leads the late-stage and commercial business development transactions for all markets outside the US. He has more than 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and has held leadership roles spanning sales, marketing, vaccine strategy, and global business development. His current role focuses on international licensing, commercialization, and partnership efforts that expand access to innovative medicines. John holds a degree in business and economics from Rutgers University.

Agenda Sessions

  • The rhythms of M&A and business development in 2025 and beyond

    16:00
  • Pharma PRS: MSD

    10:00