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Speakers

Corinne Hancock

Founder

The Curiosity Project
- Thriving in Chaos
  Friday, August 13, 2021 | 11:00—12:00 PM
Corinne Hancock

Founder

The Curiosity Project
- Thriving in Chaos
  Friday, August 13, 2021 | 11:00—12:00 PM
Douglas M. Long

Vice President, Industry Relations

IQVIA
- U.S. Pharmaceutical Market and Innovation – What’s In, What’s Out, What’s Ahead
  Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | 8:00—10:30 AM
Douglas M. Long

Vice President, Industry Relations

IQVIA
- U.S. Pharmaceutical Market and Innovation – What’s In, What’s Out, What’s Ahead
  Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | 8:00—10:30 AM
Doug Long’s dedication and leadership in healthcare spans four decades. Doug has unparalleled experience and perspective on pharmaceutical distribution and the changing U.S. and global healthcare marketplace.

As Vice President of Industry Relations for IQVIA (formerly QuintilesIMS) – the world’s largest pharmaceutical information company – Doug has been a leader with the company since 1989 in implementing health databases, developing new products and fostering relationships with distributors, manufacturers, retailers and industry associations.

Doug’s annual Industry Year in Review showcases his unique perspective on a range of vital pharmaceutical topics, including global market trends, industry forecasts, research and development, marketing practices, blockbuster drugs, patent expirations and generic trends and biotechnology.

Wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers and healthcare trade associations rely on him for guidance, direction and industry expertise. Doug is a highly sought-after industry speaker at healthcare association and trade meetings. He also serves as a permanent member of the Editorial Advisory Board of HealthCare Distributor magazine.

Doug is the recipient of several industry achievement awards –the IFPW (International Federation of Pharmaceutical Wholesalers) Leadership award (2016), the Harold W. Pratt Award, bestowed by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (2012); the Nexus Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Healthcare Distribution Management Association (2004); and, IMS Health’s prestigious Summit Award (2003) and the Chinese Association of Pharmaceutical Commerce 2017 Award for his contributions to the Chinese Supply Chain.

Prior to IQVIA, Doug was at Nielsen Market Research for 16 years in sales and marketing capacities. A native of Illinois, Doug received a BA from DePauw University and an MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Liz Murray

Author of Breaking Night: My Journey from Homeless to Harvard

The Arthur Project
- From Homeless to Harvard to Community
  Thursday, August 12, 2021 | 8:00—9:30 AM
Liz Murray

Author of Breaking Night: My Journey from Homeless to Harvard

The Arthur Project
- From Homeless to Harvard to Community
  Thursday, August 12, 2021 | 8:00—9:30 AM
Tim Urban

Writer

Wait But Why
- Why Procrastinators Procrastinate: The Never-Ending Battle in Our Heads
  Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | 8:00—10:30 AM
Tim Urban

Writer

Wait But Why
- Why Procrastinators Procrastinate: The Never-Ending Battle in Our Heads
  Wednesday, August 11, 2021 | 8:00—10:30 AM
As the creative force behind the extremely popular “Wait But Why” blog, Tim Urban has authored dozens of viral articles on subjects ranging from why we procrastinate to why we have not yet encountered alien life forms. “Wait But Why” has topped 10 million unique visitors and attracted thousands of readers.

Known for delighting audiences with smart, fascinating and truly original content, Tim synthesizes complex concepts and presents them in a humorous, highly entertaining and memorable way. Follow his spellbinding train of thought to ignite your own insights and energize your thinking. Whatever the topic, Tim makes getting there more than half the fun.