Prelude Activities - Sunday March 21, 2027Sunday, 21 March 2027 - ET (Eastern Time, GMT-05:00)

Hosted by Meeting Professionals International*

Planning healthcare and pharmaceutical meetings is complex work, where any number of crucial components could slip through the cracks. Planners and suppliers equally must balance multiple aspects: event design, navigating frequent changes in global compliance and regulations, and delivering ROI to their companies, attendees and destinations. All this begs the question: Are your healthcare meetings compliant?

Designed for medical meeting professionals and the partners they work with, MPI’s Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate offers a broad understanding of regulatory topics, laying competency groundwork upon which critical thinking skills are developed, through case studies, business simulation, discussion and active exercises.

This intensive, four-hour program provides healthcare meeting compliance stakeholders with the knowledge and experience they need to successfully navigate the increasingly complex pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device regulatory environment.

After completing the Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate, you'll be ready to become compliant in planning your next event.

Executive Connect Appointments offer an exclusive, invite-only opportunity for select life sciences meeting professionals and supplier partners to engage in pre-scheduled, one-on-one conversations. These curated meetings are designed to spark meaningful dialogue, build strategic partnerships, and uncover fresh opportunities for collaboration, all while exchanging insights and best practices in a relaxed, focused environment. Plus, we've added a fun experience to the mix to keep the energy high and make networking even more enjoyable for everyone involved.

This summit is designed for senior meeting management professionals who are either employed by third-party/event management agencies or operate independently. Attendees must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in meeting management, including at least 5 years working with clients in the life science industry. Final eligibility is subject to approval by Informa.

This exclusive summit offers a vital opportunity for agency and independent planners to benchmark with peers, share best practices, and strengthen their strategic positioning within the life sciences industry.

• Leveraging AI and technology to enhance planning efficiency

• Understanding and demonstrating value across life sciences organizations

• Delivering safe, compliant, and risk-aware meetings

• Strengthening agency-client partnerships through value and accountability

• Measuring and communicating ROI through meaningful KPIs

• Optimizing resourcing models and talent development

• Delivering high-impact meetings within budget constraints

Whether it’s your 1st time or 5th time, this orientation and networking event is a must-attend. Gain tips on how to make the most out of your Pharma Forum experience through the unique nature of this conference, network and connect with our fun activities and keep your eye on key takeaways to be gained.

• Navigate the agenda –How to choose the best sessions for you

• Understand the appointment set up process

• Exhibit hall and layout guide

• Learn about our CSR activities and Sustainability Efforts Onsite

• Review of the conference app

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