According to recent reports, only nine percent of consumers in the U.S. think pharmaceutical and biotech companies put patient well-being ahead of profits. Unfortunately, it's not difficult to understand why - every day seems to bring a new story that presents life science companies in a negative light. The healthcare industry is also receiving more attention than ever before on the Hill, with both parties in agreement that something has to change. Although life science organizations are curing or better managing more medical conditions than ever before and providing even greater value, it's hard to communicate these advances in a sincere way that doesn’t come off as being defensive.
The 13th annual
Public Relations & Communications Summit is designed to help you address negative (and sometimes inaccurate) perceptions head on, and build upon your company's reputation by clearly and openly communicating the value you provide. Now more than ever, it's important that the press and public understand what the industry does and the good it provides. Join us for two days of hands-on learning and unparalleled networking opportunities, all taking place at Celgene's campus in Summit, NJ.
- LEARN From industry peers as they share their insights, experiences and best practices on developing and executing successful communications strategies in an evolving healthcare ecosystem.
- JOIN Our network of life science communicators and participate in discussions during our networking dinner, interactive workshop, and scheduled breaks and reception.
- EXPAND Your knowledge over the course of two days and grow your personal network at the only conference dedicated to life science communicators.
Speakers
- Lucy Abreu, Director of Corporate Communications, OTSUKA AMERICA PHARMACEUTICAL, INC.
- Robert Allen, Lead, Digital Operations, BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB
- Mark J. Alles, Chief Executive Officer, CELGENE CORPORATION
- Sarah Alspach, Vice President of U.S. Communications, GLAXOSMITHKLINE
- Mark Baldry, Vice President of Global Marketing, AMICUS THERAPEUTICS
- Jack Barrette, CEO, WEGO HEALTH
- Suzanne Barston, Manager, Content Producer, Storylab, ABBVIE
- João Nuno Belo, Senior Director, Global Therapeutic Area Public Affairs, ABBVIE
- Cathy Cantone, Senior Director, Public Relations, Immunology and Inflammation, CELGENE CORPORATION
- Larry Cardarelli, Vice President, MULTIVU, A DIVISION OF PR NEWSWIRE
- Christian Clymer, Vice President of Public Affairs, PHRMA
- Dan Cohen, Chair, ABUSE DETERRENT COALITION, Executive Vice President, Government and Public Relations, KEMPHARM, INC.
- Ron Cohen, M.D., Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President, ACORDA THERAPEUTICS
- Valerie Delva, Senior Vice President, Health Strategy North America, KETCHUM
- Jill Dosik, Global President, Scientific Communications and Message Impact, GCI HEALTH
- Anthony Farina, Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer, CSL BEHRING
- Kim Fox, Communications Leader, Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) Strategic Platforms & Enterprise Scientific Policy, JOHNSON & JOHNSON
- Mary Halliwell, Senior Director, Content and Channel Management, North America Communications, SANOFI US
- Kasia Hein-Peters, Vaxelis Head of Marketing, SANOFI PASTEUR
- Lance Hill, Chief Executive Officer, WITHIN3
- Stefani Klaskow, Head of Industry, Healthcare, GOOGLE
- Becky Lauer, Director of Media, GCI HEALTH
- Wendy Lund, Chief Executive Officer, GCI HEALTH
- Linda Mayer, Senior Communications Consultant, GREEN ROOM SOLUTIONS
- Lauren McCurdy, Lead Medical Producer, MULTIVU, A DIVISION OF PR NEWSWIRE
- Ambre Morley, Senior Director, Product Communications and Patient Relations, NOVO NORDISK
- Agatha Newman, Associate Director, Medical and Development Communications, ASTELLAS
- Rebekah Pajak, Project Manager StoryLab Content Development, ABBVIE
- Joshua Palau, Senior Director Global Partnerships, JOHNSON & JOHNSON
- Gregg Pane, M.D., MPA, Senior Director, Health Care Affairs, ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN MEDICAL COLLEGES
- Chad Parizman, Head of Social Media and Digital Communications, PFIZER INC.
- Sara Pellegrino, Senior Director of Investor Relations and Corporate Communications, AMICUS THERAPEUTICS
- Jamie Ring, Head of Patient Advocacy, SPARK THERAPEUTICS, INC.
- Marie Rosenthal, National Healthcare Trade Editor and Reporter
- Tierney Saccavino, Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications, ACORDA THERAPEUTICS
- Jennifer Saputo, Associate Director, Employee Communications, ASTELLAS
- Buddy Scalera, Senior Director of Content Strategy, THE MEDICINES COMPANY
- Madeleine Shin, Vice President, Media, DNA COMMUNICATIONS
- Karen Tilstra, Ph.D., Co-Founder, FLORIDA HOSPITAL INNOVATION LAB, Founder, ORLANDO MAGIC INNOVATION LAB
- Gloria Vanderham, Global Head, Social and Digital Media, NOVARTIS ONCOLOGY
- Julissa Viana, Senior Director, Corporate Communications and Global Social Media, CELGENE CORPORATION
- Susan Wagner, Senior Coordinating Medical Unit Producer, NBC NEWS (HEAD OF NBC NEWS MEDICAL UNIT)
- Arlene Weintraub, National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Business Reporter
- Rose Weldon, Director, R&D Immuno-Oncology Communications, BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB
- Lisa Wolfe, Global Client Service Leader, GREEN ROOM COMMUNICATIONS
- Paul Wynn, Oncology & Rare Disease Public Relations, BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM
Please fill in your name and email to receive the conference agenda of this event.
Conference Day One - Tuesday, July 18, 2017
- Including: Morning & Afternoon Networking & Refreshment Break, Luncheon
Conference Day Two - Wednesday, July 19, 2017
- Including: Morning & Afternoon Networking & Refreshment Break, Luncheon
The agenda is available as PDF under downloads at the right side of the page.
Venue
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Who Should Attend
The 13th Public Relations & Communications Summit is designed for life science professionals responsible for:
- Public/Media Relations
- Communications: Corporate, Brand, Internal, External, Integrated, Multichannel
- Marketing
- Public/Government Affairs
- Public Policy
- Investor Relations
- Community/Advocacy Relations
- Strategic Alliances
This event is also of interest to agencies and other vendors that support those who work in public relations, public affairs and communication roles at life sciences companies such as communications agencies, publications and data analytics firms.
Venue
Celgene's CampusSummit West Campus
556 Morris Avenue
Summit, NJ 07901
ExL Pharma is pleased to bring the PR Summit to Celgene’s campus in Summit, NJ. We would like to express our gratitude to Celgene for opening up its doors and hosting this event in their Summit West conference facility.
