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October 13-14, 2026
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 Philadelphia, PA
 

Advancing the TLL Function — From Relationship Management to Strategic Influence

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Elevate your impact, Expand your influence, Lead the conversation

This is for YOU, the TLL

Step into a community built for Thought Leader Liaisons. Every session is crafted to help you sharpen your expertise, navigate compliance with confidence, and expand the influence of your work. You’ll gain clarity on evolving expectations, discover new approaches to expert engagement, and leave empowered to drive greater impact within your organization and across the life sciences community.

A Network That Understands Your World

Connect with peers, regional engagement leaders, and medical affairs colleagues who live the realities of thought leader collaboration. Share proven strategies, uncover fresh approaches, and build lasting relationships with professionals who understand the challenges — and opportunities — of expert engagement.

Content That Elevates TLL Impact

Our agenda is built on deep industry research and the real-world challenges faced by Thought Leader Liaisons. Expect bold keynotes, interactive roundtables, and tactical sessions focused on expert engagement, speaker program innovation, and compliant collaboration with KOLs and DOLs. You’ll leave with fresh content, practical tools, and clear strategies to strengthen relationships, amplify scientific exchange, and drive measurable impact in your role.

2026 Speaking Faculty

Susan Abedi

Susan Abedi

 

Chief Strategy Officer

81QD

Kristi Ambs

Kristi Ambs

 

Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison

Kyowa Kirin

Joe Boyd

Joe Boyd

 

Strategic Market Development Director

Azura Ophthalmics

Susan Dunn

Susan Dunn

 

Thought Leader Liaison

Keenova Therapeutics

Serge Foley

Serge Foley

 

Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons

Sanofi

Margit Gilbertson

Margit Gilbertson

 

Associate Director, Market Development-Rare Hematology

Sanofi

Jamie Goddard

Jamie Goddard

 

National Director, Thought Leader Liaisons

Regeneron

Jody Mills

Jody Mills

 

Senior Director, Key Accounts and Thought Leader Liaison Teams

Corcept Therapeutics

Jennifer Murawski

Jennifer Murawski

 

Head of Commercial Development

Serb Pharmaceuticals

Greg Orlick

Greg Orlick

 

Associate Director, Regional Marketing - Oncology

AstraZeneca

Anna Phelps-1

Anna Phelps

 

Senior Director, Field Base Marketing

BMS

Jason Plant

Jason Plant

 

Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons

Vera Therapeutics

Scott Saumsiegle

Scott Saumsiegle

 

Health Systems Senior Manager

Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Badal Shah

Badal Shah

 

Founder & President

NEOLYTICA - A QPharma Company

Matthew Spencer

Matthew Spencer

 

Regional Marketing Director

Menarini Stemline

Jennifer Whipkey

Jennifer Whipkey

 

Associate Vice President Marketing, Regional Marketing Team

Menarini Stemline

Tracy Wolniewicz

Tracy Wolniewicz

 

Senior Director, Global Market Development

Immunome

 
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7th Thought Leader Liaison Engagement Summit

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7th
Edition
3
Role-Based Tracks
27+
Sessions
7
Networking Hours
Speakers from leading organizations
AstraZeneca Regeneron Sanofi BMS Kyowa Kirin Acadia Vera Therapeutics Menarini Stemline

Program Agenda

7:45 AM
Networking
Registration and Networking Breakfast
8:45 AM
Opening
Opening Remarks
9:00 AM
Fireside Chat
KOL Fireside Chat
Hear Directly from a Key Opinion Leader on What Drives Meaningful Engagement, Long-Term Trust, and Productive Partnerships
  • Gain firsthand insight into what KOLs value most from interactions with TLLs and industry partners
  • Explore common engagement mistakes and how to create more impactful, mutually beneficial relationships
  • Learn practical strategies for building credibility, delivering value, and fostering long-term collaboration
Kristi Ambs
Kristi Ambs
Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison · Kyowa Kirin
9:45 AM
Session
Sentiment Analysis & Advocacy Discussion
Move Beyond Relationship Management to Understand, Influence, and Activate Thought Leader Advocacy
  • Explore how to identify, interpret, and monitor KOL sentiment across therapeutic areas
  • Discuss the relationship between sentiment, trust, and advocacy, and how strong KOL relationships influence long-term engagement
  • Share practical approaches for translating field observations into strategies that strengthen KOL support, collaboration, and influence
Greg Orlick
Greg Orlick
Associate Director, Regional Marketing - Oncology · AstraZeneca
Jody Mills
Jody Mills
Senior Director, Key Accounts and Thought Leader Liaison Teams · Corcept Therapeutics
Jennifer Murawski
Jennifer Murawski
Head of Commercial Development · SERB Pharmaceuticals
10:30 AM
Break
Networking Break
11:00 AM
Sponsor
Session Presented by QPharma
Badal Shah
Badal Shah
Founder & President · NEOLYTICA - A QPharma Company
11:45 AM
Sponsor
Session Presented by 81qd
Susan Abedi
Susan Abedi
Chief Strategy Officer · 81qd
12:30 PM
Break
Lunch Break
1:30 PM
Tracks
Choose Your Track
Choose a Track! The Foundations Track is for TLLs who are new to the role and have been in it for less than 2 years. The TLL Accelerator Track is for experienced TLLs with over 2 years of experience, and the TLL Leadership Track is for TLL Leaders, people who manage TLL teams.
Foundations Track
1:30 PM
Elevator Pitch
Master the Art of Explaining Your Role, Impact, and Strategic Value with Confidence
Greg Orlick
Greg OrlickAssociate Director, Regional Marketing - Oncology · AstraZeneca
2:15 PM
Goals, Expectations & Imperatives
Defining Success in the TLL Role: Priorities, Performance, and Strategic Contribution
Jason Plant
Jason PlantSenior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons · Vera Therapeutics
TLL Accelerator Track
1:30 PM
Career Development
Learn from Successful TLLs, How They Have Advanced Their Careers
Anna Phelps
Anna PhelpsSenior Director, Field Base Marketing · BMS
2:15 PM
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Share Best Practices on How to Work with KAMs, MSLs, Marketing and Compliance
Susan Dunn
Susan DunnThought Leader Liaison · Keenova Therapeutics
TLL Leadership Track
1:30 PM
Coach Your Team
From Manager to Coach: Unlocking the Full Potential of Your TLL Team
Serge Foley
Serge FoleySenior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons · Sanofi
2:15 PM
Hiring Criteria
Beyond the Resume: Identifying the Traits and Behaviors of High-Performing TLLs
Jennifer Whipkey
Jennifer WhipkeyAssociate Vice President Marketing, Regional Marketing Team · Menarini Stemline
3:00 PM
Break
Networking Break
3:30 PM
Tracks
Choose Your Track
Choose a Track! The Foundations Track is for TLLs who are new to the role and have been in it for less than 2 years. The TLL Accelerator Track is for experienced TLLs with over 2 years of experience, and the TLL Leadership Track is for TLL Leaders, people who manage TLL teams.
Foundations Track
3:30 PM
Qualities & Strengths That Define a Great TLL
The Traits, Habits, and Competencies That Consistently Drive Success in the TLL Role
Tracy Wolniewicz
Tracy WolniewiczSenior Director, Global Market Development · Immunome
4:15 PM
KOL Relationship Building
Learn Best Practices for Establishing, Nurturing, and Expanding Meaningful KOL Partnerships
TLL Accelerator Track
3:30 PM
Insight Management
From Information to Influence: Building a High-Impact Insight Management Strategy
Jennifer Whipkey
Jennifer WhipkeyAssociate Vice President Marketing, Regional Marketing Team · Menarini Stemline
4:15 PM
Congress Planning & Strategy
Beyond the Booth: Building a Strategic Congress Engagement Plan That Delivers Lasting Value
Margit Gilbertson
Margit GilbertsonAssociate Director, Market Development-Rare Hematology · Sanofi
TLL Leadership Track
3:30 PM
Building Team Strategy & Tactics
Create a Framework for Prioritization, Resource Allocation, and Successful Execution Across Your Team
Anna Phelps
Anna PhelpsSenior Director, Field Base Marketing · BMS
4:15 PM
Organizational Impact
Position Your Team as a Critical Driver of Stakeholder Engagement, Insights, and Cross-Functional Success
Scott Saumsiegle
Scott SaumsiegleHealth Systems Senior Manager · Acadia Pharmaceuticals
5:00 PM
Closing
Day One Concludes
7:50 AM
Networking
Networking Breakfast
8:50 AM
Opening
Recap of Day One and Welcome to Day 2
9:00 AM
Consortium Update
Consortium Update
Hear from the Advisory Board Members on Next Steps and Growth of the TLL Consortium!
Jody Mills
Jody Mills
Senior Director, Key Accounts and Thought Leader Liaison Teams · Corcept Therapeutics
Jason Plant
Jason Plant
Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons · Vera Therapeutics
9:15 AM
Panel
Compliance Panel
Moving from "Can We?" to "How Do We?" — Build a Culture of Compliant Collaboration
  • Challenge common misconceptions that limit productive cross-functional engagement
  • Examine how leading organizations balance compliance requirements with business objectives
  • Share real-world examples of compliant approaches that enhance stakeholder engagement and organizational effectiveness
10:00 AM
Sponsor
Session Presented by Event Cadence
10:45 AM
Break
Networking Break
11:15 AM
Tracks
Choose Your Track
Choose a Track! The Foundations Track is for TLLs who are new to the role and have been in it for less than 2 years. The TLL Accelerator Track is for experienced TLLs with over 2 years of experience, and the TLL Leadership Track is for TLL Leaders, people who manage TLL teams.
Foundations Track
11:15 AM
Storytelling 101
Turn Information into Impact: The Essential Storytelling Skills Every TLL Should Master
12:00 PM
Types of Programs to Engage KOLs-DOLs
From Advisory Boards to Peer Exchanges: Selecting the Right Engagement Strategy for the Right Objective
TLL Accelerator Track
11:15 AM
Value to KOLs Post Launch
Beyond Launch: How TLLs Can Remain Valuable Partners Throughout the Product Lifecycle
12:00 PM
Maintain TLL Quality of Life: Road Warrior Tips & Tricks
Thriving, Not Just Surviving: Road-Tested Strategies for Success as a Field-Based TLL
Matthew Spencer
Matthew SpencerRegional Marketing Director · Menarini Stemline
TLL Leadership Track
11:15 AM
Share Tools and Solutions That Work
Steal These Ideas: Proven Tools, Tactics, and Solutions from TLL Leaders
12:00 PM
Share 1 Big Challenge You Are Facing Right Now
The Leadership Hot Seat: Tackling Real Challenges with Real-World Advice
Jennifer Murawski
Jennifer MurawskiHead of Commercial Development · SERB Pharmaceuticals
12:45 PM
Break
Lunch Break
1:30 PM
Session
AI for TLLs
Discover Practical Applications of AI to Enhance Engagement, Insight Generation, and Operational Efficiency
  • Explore how AI can support TLL activities, from stakeholder research and meeting preparation to insight synthesis and follow-up planning
  • Identify practical use cases that improve productivity while maintaining the human element critical to relationship-building
  • Discuss emerging opportunities, limitations, and considerations for responsibly integrating AI into TLL workflows
Jamie Goddard
Jamie Goddard
National Director, Thought Leader Liaisons · Regeneron
2:15 PM
Session
Track Learnings & Summary
One Community, Three Perspectives: The Most Valuable Lessons from the Summit
  • Surface key takeaways from each dedicated learning track
  • Share diverse viewpoints on the evolving TLL role and function
  • Equip attendees with practical strategies they can implement immediately
Jennifer Murawski
Jennifer Murawski
Head of Commercial Development · SERB Pharmaceuticals
Serge Foley
Serge Foley
Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons · Sanofi
3:00 PM
Closing
Day 2 Concludes

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Venue

 

 

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2001 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

 

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Testimonials

 

Overall I feel that the summit was engaging and a wonderful opportunity to network and meet other TLLs.
IncyteTLL, Associate Director of Product Strategy
This was my first TLL summit, and it exceeded expectations. The content was excellent, the organization seamless, and the networking opportunities truly valuable.
Alexion
Being with peers from other organizations was the most valuable part. The sessions on measuring and quantifying impact were top-notch and provided solid industry examples to take back to my team.
GSK
I thought the caliber of the speakers, attendees and the content that was covered this year was the best so far!
Sanofi
Networking was a highlight. Pulling TLLs together to share best practices made the experience very valuable. The sessions were excellent and the organization was top-notch.
Ascendis Pharma
It was an amazing conference. As someone new to leading a TLL team, I found every topic valuable. The content on measuring effectiveness was especially impactful.
Legend Biotech

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