2021 Distribution Management Conference and Expo

August 10-13, 2021 | JW Marriott Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Ind.

Tuesday, August 10, 2021

  • 3:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Registration and Information

  • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    VIP Reception (Invitation Only)

  • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Welcome Reception

Wednesday, August 11, 2021

  • 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM

    Registration and Information

  • 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

    General Breakfast

  • 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

    Opening General Session

  • 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address

  • 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

    Distribution Management Award Presentation

  • Description

    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.

    Speakers

    • Tim Urban

      Tim Urban

      Writer

      Wait But Why

  • Description

    Specializing in analyzing information from IQVIA’s premier sales, prescription, promotional and medical databases, Doug Long will take a first look at the latest industry data and emerging market trends for branded and generic pharmaceutical and specialty product sales. Long will offer his 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, biotechnology and more. He also will analyze how emerging trends will affect strategic business plans in the coming year and beyond.

    Speakers

    • Douglas M. Long

      Douglas M. Long

      Vice President, Industry Relations

      IQVIA

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group A

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Security/Other Session

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Emergency/Disaster Preparedness and Response Session

  • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

    Exhibitor Setup

  • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    General Luncheon

  • 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group B

  • 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

    Specialty Distribution Session

  • 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

    Contracts and Chargebacks Session

  • 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

    Concurrent Educaton Sessions – Group C

  • 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

    Security Session

  • 3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

    Professional Development Session

  • 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Expo Grand Opening

Thursday, August 12, 2021

  • 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM

    Registration and Information

  • 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

    General Breakfast

  • 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

    Morning General Session

  • Description

    The child of drug-addicted parents who routinely ate from dumpsters and sought refuge at all-night subway stations to survive, Liz Murray was homeless at age 15 — and fending for her life.

    Accompany Liz Murray on her personal journey from street smarts to classroom triumphs to community-based initiatives. With sincerity, maturity and graciousness, she will inspire you to overcome your own obstacles and challenge you to recognize the opportunity we each have to make a lasting contribution on another person’s life.

    Speakers

    • Liz Murray

      Liz Murray

      Author of Breaking Night: My Journey from Homeless to Harvard

      The Arthur Project

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group D

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Contracts and Chargebacks/Other Session

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Security Session

  • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group E

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    Contracts and Chargebacks Session

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    Contracts and Chargebacks/Other Session

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    Security/Other Session

  • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    Professional Development/Specialty/Other Session

  • 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

    General Luncheon

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group F

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    Contracts and Chargebacks/Other Session

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    Specialty Distribution Session

  • 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

    Professional Development Session

  • 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

    Afternoon General Session

  • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    Expo Reception

  • 6:45 PM - 8:30 PM

    Exhibitor Move-out

Friday, August 13, 2021

  • 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Registration and Information

  • 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

    General Breakfast

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group G

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Contracts and Chargebacks/Other Session

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Security Session

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Professional Development Session

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Concurrent Education Sessions – Group H

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    DSCSA/Traceability Session

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Government Affairs Session

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Contracts and Chargebacks/Other Session

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Security Session

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Emergency/Disaster Preparedness and Response Session

  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Closing General Session

  • Description

    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.

    Speakers

    • Corinne Hancock

      Corinne Hancock

      Founder

      The Curiosity Project

  • 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

    Conference Adjournment