DAY 1 ✦ Monday, March 24Monday, 24 March 2025 - ET (Eastern Time, GMT-05:00)

It’s been 8+ years since we’ve done a comprehensive benchmarking report on the industry, and as we all know, so much has happened! Engage with industry experts and peers in a lively discussion about the implications of the report’s findings, as we offer a detailed analysis of industry standards and performance metrics on things like:

• New white labeled meal caps averages (compared to the last report)
• Top challenges your peers are facing, what role handles TOV
• How often meetings are bringing in patient experience now
• Lingering effects from the virtual meeting boom and much more!

Join our Compliance experts for a lively chat about the trickiest countries to navigate—yes, we’re looking at you, France, Italy, Belgium, and Ireland! We’ll also dive into other EU countries, sharing challenges and top tips for working with HCPs, Patients, and Patient Organizations. Expect some entertaining examples of best- and worst-case scenarios, and bring your questions for a fun and interactive Q&A session.

Join us for an insightful session where we tackle the multifaceted challenges of managing a workforce in today’s dynamic environment. Key topics include:

• Resourcing and Staffing: Explore effective strategies for managing staff globally, including best practices for onboarding, recruiting, and training.
• Showcasing Achievements: Learn how to effectively showcase your team’s accomplishments, from the number of meetings held and cost savings achieved to self-promotion and demonstrating the ROI of your department.
• Communicating with Gen-Z: Understand the importance of communicating effectively with the upcoming generation, which will comprise 30% of the industry in the next five years.
• Addressing the Pharma Planner Shortage: Discuss how companies are coping with the shortage of experienced pharma planners, including creative hiring strategies and combating burnout.
• Managing Shrinking Budgets: Discover strategies for keeping your team motivated and satisfied despite budget constraints.

This session will provide you with practical insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of modern workforce management, ensuring your team remains productive, motivated, and resilient.

*This session will be closed door for senior corporate, third-party or association meeting managers of 10+ years only. It will not be recorded, and no vendors will be allowed.

This session is for professionals who are Director level and above who have been in the industry for a minimum of 15 years, manage a team, manage P&L, and have strategic development expertise. Join your peers for best practices and ideas to help get you to the next level in this distinct life science meetings & travel world with limited openings and availability. Hear from senior Event Executives who have reached those pinnacle roles to learn:

• Firsthand accounts of the paths these executives took to reach the pinnacle roles in their careers.
• Explore how companies of various sizes and scopes are structured, including why Meetings & Events (M&E) might fall under Marketing, Procurement, or Medical Affairs.
• Learn how to evaluate your current position within your organization and identify opportunities for growth
• Gain practical advice on how to make yourself indispensable to your organization and strategically position yourself for your next career move.

*This session will be closed door for senior corporate, third-party or association meeting managers of 15+ years only. It will not be recorded, and no vendors will be allowed.