HDA President and CEO Chip Davis will welcome attendees to the 2021 Distribution Management Virtual Conference with remarks on the industry and association activities that have transpired during a unique and challenging 17 months. Additionally, join HDA’s Perry Fri to recognize HDA member companies’ efforts to enhance supply chain effectiveness and efficiency through the presentation of the 2021 Distribution Management Award.

Keynote Presentation: Thriving in Chaos
Sponsored by DeSpir

Professionals in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry today are faced with even greater challenges than ever before as they try to juggle it all. In work and in life, we’re put to the test not when things are going right, but when they get chaotic. How we react can be the difference between success and failure and determine whether our team comes together or completely falls apart. Unexpected challenges and changes are all part of this complex industry, and healthcare professionals today are feeling the pressure even more to exceed expectations, prove themselves and keep everything moving forward — even when things change outside of their control.

In this presentation, learn strategies to adapt your thoughts and actions on a moment’s notice, to stay focused on the mission, power through unexpected challenges and thrive in chaos.

FDA has had another active year on DSCSA implementation, including issuing guidances, holding meetings, and conducting a pilot program. At the same time, the Agency is actively responding to unprecedented issues, such as COVID-19, that have required high-priority attention. This session will provide an opportunity to hear directly from the Agency on upcoming milestones, additional Agency actions as well as their expectations for the pharmaceutical supply chain.