2023 DMC and Expo Daily Schedule | Healthcare Distribution Alliance | HDA

1:00 PM - 7:30 PM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Griffin Hall

Exhibitor Setup
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

VIP Reception (Invitation Only)
Sponsors

7:00 AM - 6:30 PM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration
Sponsors
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Opening General Session
Speakers
- Chester "Chip" Davis, Jr.
  
  President and Chief Executive Officer
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Distribution Management Award Presentation
Description

On February 18, 2021, Dr. Moogega “Moo” Cooper helped make history when the Mars Perseverance Rover successfully landed on the Red Planet. Part of the famed Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) team, Moo is blazing a trail as a real-life “Guardian of the Galaxy,” holding the awesome responsibility of keeping the Red Planet safe from Earth’s contaminants. Now she will share leadership lessons learned from her inspirational journey to the top of a male-dominated field — space exploration — with insights on how perseverance pays off and how diversity makes the JPL team even stronger.
Speakers
- Moogega Cooper
  
  Planetary Protection Engineer
  
  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Griffin Hall

Expo Grand Opening and Morning Break
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Concurrent Education Sessions A
Description

FDA has had another active year on DSCSA implementation: issuing rewritten draft guidance documents, proposing a critical licensure rule and holding an important meeting on the 2023 requirements. As the final DSCSA deadline approaches, FDA guidance documents are more critical than ever, not only for implementation by supply chain members, but also by individual state regulatory authorities. This session will provide an opportunity to hear directly from the agency on its activities, current implementation efforts, and expectations for the pharmaceutical supply chain and other stakeholders as the November 27, 2023 milestone nears.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Connie Jung
  
  DSCSA Supply Chain Consultant
  
  U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Speakers
- Elizabeth A. Gallenagh
  
  Chief Legal Officer
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Nicolette Louissaint
  
  Chief Policy Officer
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Megan Maltenfort
  
  Vice President, ESG
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Charles H. Forsaith
  
  Vice President, PCSC
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

The future of work is here, and it's about more than technological advancement. With the demand for flexible, fulfilling work growing, employers are at a crossroads. Every organization must find a way to create meaningful connections with its employees that prioritize their emotional health, contributions and purpose. Building an employee experience that creates these connections throughout the employee lifecycle doesn't happen by accident. It starts with the right roadmap, and your organization's future depends on it.

In this session, you'll learn about the 4 Principles of Connection™️ that bridge the gaps between people and work, as well as the nuances of employee experience. Learn best practices and lessons from Connected Organizations and global thought leaders on the future of work.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Jason D. Cochran
  
  President/ Chief Connection Officer, Psychologist
  
  Telos, LLC
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Griffin Hall Foyer

Networking Break
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Concurrent Education Sessions B
Description

GS1 will be on site to review the EPCIS standard and implementation guideline. This standard is critical in understanding how to successfully exchange DSCSA-related transaction data, and is an FDA-endorsed standard for compliance. Following the overview, a service provider panel will share insights on EPCIS implementation progress and lessons learned to date from their customers’ experiences.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Jeffery W. Denton
  
  Cencora, Inc.
- Craig Little
  
  Senior Systems Developer
  
  Value Drug Company
- Tracy Nasarenko
  
  Vice President of Community Engagement, Healthcare
  
  GS1 US
- Senthil S. Rajaratnam
  
  Senior Director, Global Serialization and UDI
  
  Lilly USA, LLC
- Tim Stearns
  
  Senior Director, Industry Relations
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Elizabeth Waldorf
  
  Director, Global Traceability and Standards
  
  TraceLink Inc.
Description

Learn about how the results of the 2022 congressional elections are playing a role in the policies legislators are addressing on issues related to: pandemic preparedness, drug shortages and prescription drug pricing.
Speakers
- Kristen L. Freitas
  
  SVP, Federal Government Affairs and Alliance Development
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

This session will provide an update on current guidance and initiatives related to the 340B Drug Pricing Program as well as top-of-mind operational issues for distributors and manufacturers.
Speakers
- Heather Easterling
  
  Senior Managing Consultant, 340B Solutions, Health Systems
  
  McKesson Corporation
- Andrew L. Wilson
  
  Vice President, 340B Solutions
  
  McKesson Corporation
Description

Hear the behind-the-scenes stories of many of the most recent mass shootings. FBI John’s unique knowledge is informed by his on-the-ground experience responding to several high-profile mass shootings and time as a law enforcement consultant for national news programs. Attendees will hear how these events happened, how they were planned, how law enforcement responded and important clues that could potentially prevent future tragedies.
Sponsors
Speakers
- John Iannarelli
  
  Speaker, Author, Consultant
  
  FBI John, The Voice of Cyber and Security
Speakers
- Julie Plake
  
  Manager of Community Engagement – Immersive Learning
  
  United Way of Central Indiana
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Griffin Hall

Expo Lunch
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM Griffin Hall

Expo and Dessert Break
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

Concurrent Education Sessions C
Description

The last DSCSA milestone is just months away, and trading partners are in the final throes of preparing for implementation. This session will cover progress, key learnings and outstanding challenges as industry works towards the rapidly approaching November 27 deadline. An expert panel will explore the state of readiness among trading partners while discussing implementation progress (including key impediments, risks and successes). Panelists will also provide recommendations to supply chain colleagues as the sector prepares for the final milestone. Come prepared with questions — audience participation is encouraged.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Anita T. Ducca
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Gregg A. Gorniak
  
  VP - Manufacturer Operations & Data Services | Secure Supply Chain Lead
  
  Cencora, Inc.
- Daniel Jackson
  
  Sr. Manager - EMPM - Serialization
  
  Regeneron Healthcare Solutions
- Julie Malone
  
  Regulatory Affairs Manager
  
  Value Drug Company
- Michael J. Mazur
  
  Director, Trade Operations
  
  Pfizer Inc.
Description

This session will provide a comprehensive review of both state legislative and regulatory issues affecting the wholesale distribution industry.
Speakers
- Leah D. Lindahl
  
  Vice President, State Government Affairs
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

This session will overview and highlight best practices used to successfully implement 340B as a pharmaceutical distributor.
Speakers
- Christopher Clement
  
  AVP, Distribution
  
  Apexus, LLC
- Jennifer K Harrison
  
  Director, Distribution Operations and Services
  
  Apexus, LLC
Sponsors
Speakers
- John Iannarelli
  
  Speaker, Author, Consultant
  
  FBI John, The Voice of Cyber and Security
Description

In this session, you learn key strategies to increase your personal safety during everyday activities. Sharing personal stories, Ann Marie Suter will help attendees develop a proactive mindset to walk more confidently with heightened awareness.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Ann Marie Suter
  
  Crime Prevention & First Aid Training
  
  Code Red Solutions, LLC
3:15 PM - 3:30 PM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Networking Break
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Concurrent Education Sessions D
Description

Distributor teams will outline their specific plans for DSCSA implementation. Presenters will discuss their approach to several topics and answer questions from the audience. Topics highlighted will include:
- Aggregation and inference;
- Data standards and the use of identifiers;
- Verification requests;
- Trace requests;
- Master data complexities;
- Grandfathering: product arrived in warehouse with lot-level TI, (on and after November 27, 2023); and,
- Communications and expectations for trading partners.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Bruce Harold
  
  Director of EDI
  
  KeySource
- Scott A. Mooney
  
  Vice President Distribution Operations, Traceability
  
  McKesson Corporation
- Maryann Nelson
  
  Regulatory Manager
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
- Matt Sample
  
  SVP, Manufacturer, Quality and Replenishment Operations
  
  Cencora, Inc.
Description

This session will explore recent changes in state and federal reimbursement policy and what impact they have on the pharmaceutical supply chain.
Speakers
- Stephanie Trunk
  
  Partner
  
  ArentFox Schiff LLP
Description

Work is under way to update HDA’s Return Request/Authorization Response EDI 180 guideline and EDI 812 Credit Memo to address DSCSA business requirements. Hear about these forthcoming updates, as well as the potential changes to the association’s entire set of EDI and barcode guidelines stemming from FDA’s proposed change for the NDC and barcode rules.
Speakers
- Tim Stearns
  
  Senior Director, Industry Relations
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

In this panel discussion, senior leaders will share their stories, talk about how they got to where they are today, and give advice on what best positioned them for each step in their career. These industry experts will discuss what strengths and technical skills were required, how they leveraged existing and new relationships and how their experience helped set them up for success.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Natalie Adams
  
  Vice President, Strategic Sourcing - National Brands
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
- Scott Cornwell
  
  CEO
  
  Dispensary of Hope, LLC
- Anne M. Nevel
  
  Vice President, Education
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Sean Spears
  
  Senior Director, Trade and Pharmacy Relations
  
  Eisai, Inc.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Griffin Hall

Expo Reception and Raffle

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

General Breakfast
8:15 AM - 9:30 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Morning General Session
Description

Chess is known as a thinking game. To beat your opponent, you must step into their shoes and consider how they will think. In this compelling speech, chess grandmaster Maurice Ashley will show how to transfer the chess move thought process and adapt that same way of thinking to the critical decisions you make in business and life. This fascinating session will help you shift your decision-making perspective and adapt your thinking in ways you never expected.
Speakers
- Maurice Ashley
  
  First African-American Chess Grandmaster, Analyst
  
  Commentator and Emcee
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Griffin Hall

Expo and Morning Break
Description

Pharmacy community panelists will share their current thinking, approaches and challenges regarding DSCSA implementation. Topics to be addressed will include the structure of and planning toward a 2023 system; cost concerns; scanning and hardware upgrades across the dispensing community; communication strategies regarding packaging and bar code changes; and how dispensers might carry out verification and trace requests as well as report suspect product to FDA and upstream to suppliers.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Christopher Antypas
  
  President & Chief Operating Officer
  
  Asti’s South Hills Pharmacy
- Jon Brown
  
  Manager-Pharmacy Purchasing and Logistics
  
  Indiana University Health
- Ian Cannell
  
  Business Process Consultant / DSCSA National Project Sponsor
  
  Kaiser Permanente
- Leon Nevers
  
  Senior Director, Procurement and Business Development
  
  H-E-B
- Jaidalyn Rand
  
  Director, Industry Relations
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

Interact with DEA and discuss current topics in controlled substances regulation.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Thomas W. Prevoznik
  
  Assistant Administrator, Diversion Control Division
  
  U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
- Matthew Strait
  
  U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Speakers
- Tom Cotter
  
  Chief Executive Officer
  
  Healthcare Ready
- Erik A. Little
  
  SVP, Replenishment Operations
  
  Cencora, Inc.
- Nicolette Louissaint
  
  Chief Policy Officer
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Derron R. Stark
  
  Partner, Transaction Strategy & Execution, Supply Chain, Health Sciences & Wellness
  
  Ernst & Young LLP
Description

What is temperature lane mapping? Considerations, risks, advantages, planning, execution, data analysis, and mitigation. A case study review of U.S. and Canadian lane mapping. ANVISA's requirements in Brazil and USP Brazil education. Forthcoming guidance ISTA (International Safe Transit Association) and U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP).
Speakers
- Chris J. Anderson
  
  Director, Quality Management
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Networking Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Concurrent Education Sessions F
Description

This session will provide an overview of FDA’s recent activities, emphasizing the agency’s recommendations and directives intended to guide the supply chain, state regulatory authorities and others toward DSCSA compliance. Hear important context about FDA's activities and implications for compliance.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Tish E. Pahl
  
  Principal
  
  Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC
- Brian P. Waldman
  
  Partner
  
  ArentFox Schiff LLP
Description

A panel of experts will discuss "suspicious orders" monitoring and other legal issues in the evolving controlled substances regulatory environment.
Speakers
- Larry P. Cote
  
  Chief Compliance Officer
  
  Cote Law PLLC
- John A. Gilbert
  
  Director
  
  Hyman, Phelps, and McNamara, P.C.
Description

Review the responses to recent disasters and disease outbreaks. From local government coordination in Florida, to amoxicillin shortages, to rollout of another SNS-provided vaccine, the session will include an interactive discussion of vignettes from events like Hurricane Ian, the pediatric respiratory surge and mpox. In addition to describing how supply chain stakeholders responded to new and familiar challenges, the session will cover lessons learned that must be applied to improve responses to future events.
Speakers
- Sean Edward Brzozowski
  
  Program Analyst
  
  Healthcare Ready
- Tom Cotter
  
  Chief Executive Officer
  
  Healthcare Ready
Description

Three leaders driving diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) efforts within the healthcare supply chain will provide practical insights and advice for building and enhancing organization-wide DE&I initiatives. Hearing firsthand experience of how these leaders worked to foster “belonging” among their teams, participants will leave the conversation with actionable ideas to help establish or refine a DE&I program within their own companies.
Sponsors
Speakers
- Kelly Copes-Anderson
  
  Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  
  Lilly USA, LLC
- Jesse Cortez
  
  Vice President - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  
  McKesson Corporation
- Devray Kirkland
  
  Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
12:15 PM - 2:00 PM Griffin Hall

Volunteer Opportunity: HDA/United Way of Central Indiana Hygiene Kit-build
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM Griffin Hall

Expo Lunch
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM Griffin Hall

Expo and Dessert Break
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Concurrent Education Sessions G
Description

Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss current operational issues associated with traceability implementation. Choose a topic of interest, rotate through tables, and convene with peers in small roundtable discussions, hosted by industry experts. Highlights from the discussions will be shared at the end of the session.

Topics Include:
- Exceptions handling
- Tracing
- Credentialing
- VRS
- RFID
- Value Beyond Compliance
- Small Distribution Compliance
- GS1
Sponsors
Speakers
- Michael Benedick
  
  Blue Link ERP
- Robert Celeste
  
  Founder
  
  Center for Supply Chain Studies
- Cameron J. Hall
  
  Chief Operating Officer
  
  VineMeds, Inc.
- Georg Jürgens
  
  Chief Sales Officer
  
  Spherity, Inc.
- Danielle Lobo
  
  Blue Link ERP
- Eric Marshall
  
  Executive Director
  
  Partnership for DSCSA Governance (PDG)
- Tracy Nasarenko
  
  Vice President of Community Engagement, Healthcare
  
  GS1 US
- Maryann Nelson
  
  Regulatory Manager
  
  Cardinal Health, Inc.
- Michael Rowe
  
  Sr. Director, DSCSA/Serialization Services
  
  Two Labs Pharma Services - An Envision Company
- Tim Stearns
  
  Senior Director, Industry Relations
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Anil Suresh
  
  Product Manager, DSCSA Expert
  
  SAP
- John Wirthlin
  
  Principal Owner
  
  Zebra Technologies
- Herbert Wong
  
  Chief Customer Officer
  
  Antares Vision Group
Description

Over the past two years, HDA has enhanced its efforts to highlight the critical role and value of the healthcare distribution sector with policymakers and key audiences — and we are taking our messages to Capitol Hill and beyond. HDA-member professionals have unique perspectives and experiences in moving millions of medicines, products and supplies across the healthcare supply chain. In this session, you will learn more about the importance of effective industry storytelling and HDA’s communications efforts. You will walk away with insights to help you participate in, amplify and advocate for safe and efficient healthcare distribution with policymakers and other key stakeholders.
Speakers
- Abigail Kizer
  
  Director, HDA PAC and Grassroots
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- John E. Parker
  
  Chief Communications Officer
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Farah M. Simonett
  
  Vice President, Communications and Marketing
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
Description

Conducting asset investigations often requires a keen understanding of how to track down stolen money and property on a variety of Internet sites. Backpage and auction websites — used for human trafficking, drug trade and terrorism — are two of the many places nefarious criminals conduct their trade.

This intermediate to advanced hands-on class examines how to use important online tools when conducting asset investigations. Participants will learn the ins and outs of auction and illegal sale sites, and how to conduct hands-on searches to track materials stolen or otherwise sold on Backpage, Amazon, Craigslist, eBay, Oodle, gun/auto traders and others. Field investigators will be able to track and locate assets illegally sold on auction, sale, and dark web onion sites.
Speakers
- Cynthia Hetherington
  
  President
  
  Hetherington Group
Description

The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy will provide updates on how the state regulatory community is preparing for November 2023. The session will focus on the impact of 2023 requirements on how regulators request information from trading partners and how regulators will assess compliance with DSCSA.
Speakers
- Josh M. Bolin
  
  Associate Executive Director for Government Affairs and Innovation
  
  National Association of Boards of Pharmacy®
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Networking Break
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Afternoon General Session
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
  
  Vice President, Industry Relations
  
  IQVIA
4:15 PM - 6:15 PM Griffin Hall

Networking Reception and Expo Raffle
6:15 PM - 8:00 PM Griffin Hall

Exhibitor Move-out

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM JW Grand Ballroom Foyer

Registration
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

General Breakfast
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Closing General Session
Speakers
- Daniel Burke
  
  U.S. Food and Drug Administration
- Charles H. Forsaith
  
  Vice President, PCSC
  
  Healthcare Distribution Alliance
- Ajay Gupta
  
  Vice President, Cyberdefense, Data and Threat Management
  
  Cencora, Inc.
- Cynthia Hetherington
  
  President
  
  Hetherington Group
Speakers
- Steven A. Adams
  
  Director, Strategic National Stockpile, Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response
  
  Centers for Disease Control & Prevention/OPHPR/DSNS
11:00 AM - 12:00 AM JW Grand Ballroom 5 & 6

Conference Adjournment

Registration and Hotel Information

Genesis Argueta
Sponsorship Opportunities

Lisa Kanfer
Exhibit Opportunities

Michelle Leslie
Membership

Lisa Gallagher
Conference Schedule, Speaker Information, and Education Content

Subrina Ghorashi