CONFERENCE CO-CHAIR Julissa Viana, Senior Director, Corporate Communications and Global Social Media, CELGENE CORPORATION

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIR Wendy Lund, Chief Executive Officer, GCI HEALTH

OPENING KEYNOTE Mark J. Alles, Chief Executive Officer, CELGENE CORPORATION

KEYNOTE PRESENTER Ron Cohen, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President, ACORDA THERAPEUTICS

CONFERENCE CO-CHAIR Julissa Viana, Senior Director, Corporate Communications and Global Social Media, CELGENE CORPORATION	CONFERENCE CO-CHAIR Wendy Lund, Chief Executive Officer, GCI HEALTH
OPENING KEYNOTE Mark J. Alles, Chief Executive Officer, CELGENE CORPORATION	OPENING KEYNOTE Ron Cohen, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and President, ACORDA THERAPEUTICS

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.

Featured Speakers

Anthony Farina, Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer, CSL BEHRING	Jamie Ring, Head of Patient Advocacy, SPARK THERAPEUTICS, INC.	Christian Clymer, Vice President of Public Affairs, phRMA	João Nuno Belo, Senior Director, Global Therapeutic Area Public Affairs, ABBVIE
Lucy Abreu, Director of Corporate Communications, OTSUKA AMERICA PHARMACEUTICAL, INC.	Ambre Morley, Senior Director, Product Communications and Patient Relations, NOVO NORDISK	Joshua Palau, Senior Director Global Partnerships, JOHSON & JOHNSON	Sarah Alspach, Vice President of U.S. Communications, GLAXOSMITHKLINE

Anthony Farina, Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Chief Communications Officer, CSL BEHRING	Jamie Ring, Head of Patient Advocacy, SPARK THERAPEUTICS, INC.
Christian Clymer, Vice President of Public Affairs, phRMA	João Nuno Belo, Senior Director, Global Therapeutic Area Public Affairs, ABBVIE
Lucy Abreu, Director of Corporate Communications, OTSUKA AMERICA PHARMACEUTICAL, INC.	Ambre Morley, Senior Director, Product Communications and Patient Relations, NOVO NORDISK
Joshua Palau, Senior Director Global Partnerships, JOHSON & JOHNSON	Sarah Alspach, Vice President of U.S. Communications, GLAXOSMITHKLINE

LEARNFrom 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.

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.

Who Should Attend

The 13th Public Relations & Communications Summit is designed for life science professionals responsible for:

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.

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