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December 8-10, 2026
W HotelPhiladelphia, PA
December 8-10, 2026|W Hotel, Philadelphia, PA

Master the Complexities of Pharmacy and Distribution Models to Accelerate Market Access

Driven by market dynamics and led by champions of channel strategy, dive into the top trends for innovative distribution, integrated pharmacy models and the future of trade.

Overindustry leaders

from pharma manufacturers, wholesalers, pharmacies and health systems

specialized tracks

tailored to your strategic priorities

Overhours

of content, networking and peer exchange

What can you expect at Trade and Channel 2026?

Inspiring leaders, robust discussion, unparalleled networking and more – Trade and Channel Strategies 2026 is defining the future of trade.

Celebrating Over 20 Years of Trade and Channel Strategies – Collaboration, Community and Impact

For over 20 years, Trade and Channel Strategies has been the premier gathering for industry professionals seeking critical updates, actionable benchmarks and strategies to drive market access. As the industry navigates unprecedented changes, this event is more essential than ever—offering a unique platform to connect, collaborate and tackle shifting market dynamics. Here's what you can expect at Trade and Channel Strategies 2026:

Bill Roth delivering Keynote Address

Fresh Ideas in a Competitive Market

Navigate Market Disruption with Strategic Intelligence

Over 300+ industry leaders will decode market forces, including patent cliff dynamics, IRA implementation, pharmacy profitability pressures and evolving distribution models, and arm you with with actionable frameworks to build resilience when traditional assumptions no longer hold. Walk away with:

  • Real-time analysis from Wall Street on M&A trends, vertical integration and market valuation
  • Policy intelligence on regulatory shifts impacting pricing, access and reimbursement
  • Strategic insights into DSA evolution, direct-to-patient models and alternative distribution channels
  • Practical approaches to managing supply chain risk, tariffs, drug shortages and cold chain integrity
  • Strategies for building sustainable partnerships amid economic and regulatory pressure
Two women networking

Bold Thinking for Complex Channels

Pharmacy leaders, wholesalers, health systems, payers and manufacturers in one room: Benefit from candid insights into operational realities, partnership opportunities and strategies for creating mutual value across the channel.

  • Hear from Bill Roth of Integrichain on the state of the channel
  • Get a look from Wall Street on M&A Trends and Vertical Integration Building the Pharma Company of Tomorrow
  • Customer voice sessions revealing what trade partners need from manufacturers
  • Direct access to decision-makers from retail, specialty, health system, and independent pharmacies
  • Frameworks for navigating launch complexity across multi-stakeholder ecosystems
  • AI applications in pricing, payer engagement, channel management and supply chain
Speaker delivering presentation

A Program that Fuels Market Access and Powers Growth

Transform insights into action with hands-on training, advanced negotiation techniques and cutting-edge applications of AI and technology.

  • Tailor your conference experience with our multi-track offerings:
    • Pharmacy Models
    • Supply Chain, Distribution and Logistics
    • Health Systems and Pharma Partnering
  • BACK AGAIN! Women in Trade Executive Networking
  • Senior-level benchmarking: Advanced Trade Leaders Executive Session
  • Foundational course for professionals new to the industry: Trade and Channel 101
  • Interactive negotiation training for high-stakes pharmaceutical contracting

Past Attendee

Most Valuable Conference of the Year

Most valuable conference of the year to understand pharmacy and distribution related topics. There is no second.

BILL ROTH

Senior Vice President and Managing Partner, Consulting and Advisory

IntegriChain

Where else do we talk about Access and Channel in open and objective ways? Think about the Retailers like CVS, Walgreens and Rite-Aid that are in the news now talking about closing stores, workers striking, and all the pending impacts to their model as they watch their reimbursement decline and cost of goods increase. Where has that conversation been taking place? The headwinds to Specialty have now trickled down to Specialty Lite and General Medicine Brands. I can’t think of a time that our industry has been more complex. Don’t stay in your office thinking about how the world worked 5+ years ago. Let’s fully embrace the return of live events.

The Trade and Channel Strategies Event Experience

The experts delivered as hundreds from the trade and channel community came together for the 20th annual Trade and Channel Strategies for timely discussions, industry benchmarking and robust networking. What happened? Click play to see event highlights and why you can't miss this pivotal event!

The Premier Pharma Conference Leaving You Inspired and Prepared to Tackle Market Access Challenges

Key trade and channel players are tackling the topics that matter most in pharmaceutical market access. Prepare to dive into:

Supply Chain Integrity

DSCSA Serialization

Global Trade, Tariffs and More

Health Systems Partnerships

Direct-to-Patient Revolution

Pharmacy Operations

PBM Reform

Traditional vs. Innovative Pharmacy Models

IRA Impact

Engage Qualified Decision-Makers of Trade, Channel, and Market Access Decision Makers!

Whether you’re looking to generate quality leads, showcase thought leaders, or reinforce your brand, collaborate with us to identify custom sponsorship opportunities to help you reach your business objectives.

Contact Matt Hannon to learn more at MattH@informaconnectls.com

Content Corner

Access and Channel Insights

Explore our access and channel content corner and stay up-to-date on the latest news, articles and more

Who Should Attend

This conference is for bio/pharmaceutical manufacturers and their trading partners. You will benefit from attending this event if you are an executive or senior-level director from a bio/pharmaceutical manufacturer or wholesaler with responsibilities or involvement in the following areas:

  • Trade
  • Channel Strategy
  • Distribution
  • Reimbursement
  • Managed Markets
  • Market Access
  • Specialty Pharmacy
  • Product Strategy
  • Brand
  • Commercial Operations
  • National Accounts
  • Patient Services
  • Payer Strategy


  • Forecasting
  • Demand Planning
  • Contracts
  • Logistics
  • Legal

This conference would also be of interest to consultants and vendors providing supply chain, contractual or legal services.