April 15-16, 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District, Houston, Texas
Advancing the TLL Function — From Relationship Management to Strategic Influence
The Only Event Built for TLLs
Join the life sciences event that puts Thought Leader Liaisons front and center—where strategy, execution, and peer connection collide and take part in a rapidly expanding community.
Why Attend?
- 💡 Actionable insights from top pharma & biotech TLLs
- 🧠 Real-world tools for KOL mapping, scoring & speaker coaching
- 🚀 Launch readiness, AI-powered engagement, and cross-functional collaboration
- 🤝 Unmatched networking with fellow TLLs and commercial leaders
- 📍 Live in Houston —where the future of HCP engagement takes shape
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.
Speaking Faculty
Kristi Ambs
Associate Director, Thought Leader Liaison
KYOWA KIRIN
Nicole Bennett
National Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
REGENERON
Joe Boyd
Strategic Market Development Director
AZURA OPHTHALMICS
Nicole deFreese
Senior National Director, Market Development
UNITED THERAPEUTICS
Jonica Eberbach
Thought Leader Liaison
AMGEN
Austin Maxwell
Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
AMGEN
Jody Mills
Director, Thought Leader Liaisons and Key Account Managers
CORCEPT THERAPEUTICS
Greg Orlick
Associate Director Regional Marketing - Oncology
ASTRAZENECA
Jason Plant
Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
VERA THERAPEUTICS
Celeste Smith
Senior Oncology Marketing
Former GILEAD
Matthew Spencer
Regional Marketing Director - ORSERDU™
MENARINI STEMLINE
Helen Steele
Executive Director, Thought Leader Liaison Team
PACIRA BIOSCIENCES
Julie Waite
Associate Director, Key Opinion Leader Liaison
FERRING PHARMACEUTICALS
Jennifer Whipkey
Executive Director Marketing, Regional Marketing Team
MENARINI STEMLINE
Amanda Williamson
Executive Director, Market Development
SK LIFE SCIENCE
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Program Agenda: Day One
April 15, 2026
7:45 AM
REGISTRATION AND NETWORKING BREAKFAST
8:45 AM
OPENING REMARKS
9:00 AM
PANEL DISCUSSION: UNDERSTANDING THE CAPACITY OF THE ROLE
Explore the role across different companies, disease states, and the number of TLLs doing the job
- Compare how the TLL role differs across organizations, therapeutic areas, and team structures
- Examine how role expectations shift based on disease state complexity and strategic priorities
- Assess capacity needs by understanding how many TLLs are required to effectively support various types of launches and ongoing engagement

Greg Orlick
Associate Director Regional Marketing - Oncology
ASTRAZENECA

Kristi Ambs
Senior Thought Leader Liaison
KYOWA KIRIN

Nicole Bennett
National Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
REGENERON

Julie Waite
Associate Director, Key Opinion Leader Liaison
FERRING PHARMA
9:00 AM
FIRESIDE CHAT: THE ROLE FROM THE KOL PERSPECTIVE
Hear as we interview a KOL, asking about how they value the role of the TLLs, areas of improvement and opportunities to strengthen the relationships
- Gain firsthand insight into how KOLs perceive the value and impact of the TLL role
- Identify opportunities for TLLs to improve communication, responsiveness, and scientific partnership with experts
- Explore practical ways to strengthen trust, collaboration, and long-term relationships between TLLs and KOLs

Jonica Eberbach
Thought Leader Liaison
AMGEN
10:30 AM
NETWORKING BREAK
11:00 AM
ALL ABOUT DIGITAL OPINION LEADERS
Discuss how to find the right DOLs, how to get them engaged on Social Media and work with them creatively.
- Learn effective strategies for identifying and selecting the right Digital Opinion Leaders (DOLs) for your therapeutic area
- Explore best practices for engaging DOLs authentically across social media platforms
- Discover creative approaches to collaborating with DOLs to amplify scientific content and extend digital reach
11:45 AM
INSIGHT MANAGEMENT IMPACT & INFLUENCE
Analyze the impact of insights, how to make sure the feedback is being used and the KOLs are heard to improve patient outcomes
- Evaluate how high-quality insights influence strategic decision-making across Medical Affairs and commercial teams
- Identify processes that ensure KOL feedback is captured, validated, and acted upon consistently

Helen Steele
Executive Director, Thought Leader Liaison Team
PACIRA BIOSCIENCES
12:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION: ELEVATING YOUR KOL ENGAGEMENT STRATEGY
Cultivating Meaningful Relationships to Maximize KOL Impact and Value
- Design a structured KOL engagement strategy aligned to brand objectives
- Identify tools and tactics to optimize KOL engagement and communication (incl cross-functionally)
- Maximize the impact of each interaction by setting clear objectives and outcomes

Jennifer Whipkey
Executive Director Marketing, Regional Marketing Team
MENARINI STEMLINE

Matthew Spencer
Regional Marketing Director - ORSERDU™
MENARINI STEMLINE

Celeste Smith
Senior Oncology Marketing
Former GILEAD
2:15 PM
SPONSORED SESSION
3:00 PM
NETWORKING BREAK
3:30 PM
INTERACTIVE ROUNDS: TLL CONTENT FOR ALL!
This interactive activity, you can choose your table based on your experience as a TLL, there are tables for people who are new to the role, for experienced TLLs and for TLL Leadership
- New TLLs | HCPEngagement - Elevator Pitch
- Advanced TLLs | AD Board Management - KOL Management
- TLL Leadership | KPIs - Leading the Team

Jason Plant
Senior Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
VERA THERAPEUTICS

Nicole deFreese
Senior National Director, Market Development
UNITED THERAPEUTICS

Austin Maxwell
Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
AMGEN
5:00 PM
COCKTAIL RECEPTION
6:00 PM
DAY ONE CONCLUDES
Program Agenda: Day Two
April 16, 2026
7:50 AM
NETWORKING BREAKFAST
8:50 AM
RECAP OF DAY ONE AND WELCOME TO DAY TWO
9:00 AM
INTEGRATION ACROSS GLOBAL + US TLL TEAMS
Share best practices on how to coordinate and communicate effectively with your global peers
- Explore effective communication models that strengthen alignment between U.S. and global TLL teams
- Identify best practices for coordinating insights, strategy, and field activities across regions
- Discuss how to maintain consistency while empowering each market to address local scientific and engagement needs
9:45 AM
TLLs AND SOCIAL MEDIA - STRATEGY & ENGAGEMENT
Explore varying strategies for managing interactions and monitoring the activity of KOLs/DOLs on Social Media while maintaining compliance
- Examine compliant strategies for monitoring KOL and DOL activity across major social media platforms
- Discuss how TLLs can navigate digital engagement while adhering to company and regulatory guidelines
- Identify approaches for leveraging social insights to enhance relationship building and scientific exchange

Nicole Bennett
National Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
REGENERON
10:15 AM
NETWORKING BREAK
10:45 AM
CASE STUDY: SHIFTING THE TLL PARADIGM TO ELEVATE THE ROLE!
Help leadership adapt to change into buy-in for the TLL position, understanding the importance of the position both internally and externally
- Explore strategies for gaining leadership buy-in by clearly articulating the strategic value of the TLL role
- Demonstrate how elevating the TLL function strengthens both internal alignment and external scientific engagement
- Review practical examples of how organizations have successfully redefined and positioned the TLL role for greater impact

Amanda Williamson
Executive Director, Market Development
SK LIFE SCIENCE
11:30 AM
COMPLIANCE AND ETHICS CONSIDERATIONS FOR TLLs
Hear from compliance for the latest updates and considerations to have while working with HCPs
- Receive the latest compliance updates impacting TLL interactions with HCPs, KOLs, and DOLs
- Understand key ethical considerations that guide scientific exchange and field engagement
- Learn how to navigate risk, maintain transparency, and ensure compliant behavior across all TLL activities

Joe Boyd
Strategic Market Development Director
AZURA OPHTHALMICS
12:30 PM
Lunch Break
1:30 PM
PANEL DISCUSSION: MSL & TLL CROSSFUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION
Discover how MSLs and TLLs can mutually benefit from communication and collaboration on their mission to work with HCPs
- Explore ways to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders
- Work in tandem with your peers on Conferences and Congresses
- Create joint initiatives that serve the greater good and the KOLs

Nicole deFreese
Senior National Director, Market Development
UNITED THERAPEUTICS

Austin Maxwell
Director, Thought Leader Liaisons
AMGEN
2:15 PM
DEFINING “IMPACT” AS A TLL - QUALITY METRICS
Learn which KPIs work to measure the REAL impact of the TLLs, and how to obtain tangible results from your team’s performance
- Identify the KPIs and qualitative measures that most accurately reflect true TLL impact
- Learn how to capture and communicate meaningful outcomes from scientific exchange and stakeholder engagement
- Explore methods for translating TLL activities into tangible, organization-wide value and performance insights

Jody Mills
Director, Thought Leader Liaisons and Key Account Managers
CORCEPT THERAPEUTICS
3:00 PM
DAY TWO CONCLUDES
Pricing
Pharmaceutical / Medical Device / Biotech Companies
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Venue
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
1709 Dryden Rd,
Houston, TX 77030, US
Please note there is only one official, exclusive housing block for this event. Any other channels for booking reservations are not authorized. If you are contacted by a 3rd party housing company claiming to have a relationship with Momentum Events Group LLC, its event and/or The Westin Houston Medical Center; these companies and others like it are not in any way affiliated with us.

Testimonials
"Overall I feel that the summit was engaging and a wonderful opportunity to network and meet other TLLs"
This was my first TLL summit, and it exceeded expectations. The content was excellent, the organization seamless, and the networking opportunities truly valuable
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
I thought the caliber of the speakers, attendees and the content that was covered this year was the best so far!
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
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
Interested in learning more?
Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Why Should I Attend? (aka: What's In It for Me?)
TOP REASONS TO ATTEND
-Learn and implement different metrics for measuring the success of your KOL interactions and to benchmark against other TLLs
-Craft effective TLL Business Planning and Development that secures cross-functional effective collaboration for the overall success of the company
-Explore different tools and ways to work with your KOLs and DOLs, learn best practices on how the industry is managing its interactions
-Find innovative ways to keep HCPs engaged and interested in your speaker programs
-Understand the compliance and ethics considerations for TLLs on their internal and external interactions and engagement to guarantee successful engagement
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2. Who Should Attend? (Hint: It Might Be You)
This event is designed for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device professionals with responsibilities in the following areas:
- TLL (Thought Leader Liaison)
- Thought Leader Engagement
- KOL Relationship Management/ Development
- Regional Marketers
- Associate Director of Marketing
- Opinion/Thought Leader Relations
- Speaker Bureau Training/Management
- Speaker Programs
- Speaker Advisory Boards
- Key Customer Engagement Manager
- Regional Marketing Liaison
- Global Stakeholder Strategy and Insights
- Associate Director, Opinion Leader Programming
- Global KOL Manager
- Sr Manager, International and Global Customer Meeting Services
- Global Thought Leader Center of Excellence
- Medical Education, Launch, and TL Engagement
- US Customer Meeting Services
- KOL Marketing
- Associate Director, Medical Marketing
- Digital Communication
- Media/Multimedia
- External Engagement
- Commercial Operations
- Marketing Operations
- Field sales/Field Directors
- Strategic Account Management
- Advisory Board Management
- Professional Education/Programs
- Global Relations
- Compliance, Legal and Regulatory
- CRM Systems
- External Affairs
- Stakeholder Relations/Outreach
- Physician Education/Outreach
- Promotional Regulatory Affairs
- Franchise/Business Unit/Therapeutic Area Management
- Brand/Portfolio Management
- Brand/Product Commercialization
- Commercial//Marketing Strategy
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3. Can I Register a Group? (Squad Goals: Activated)
Yes! Bring your crew. Whether it’s your department, your leadership team, or your whole company — group registration is easy and comes with perks. Discounts? You bet. Better collaboration back at the office? Definitely. Reach out to us for custom group packages and let’s make it a team experience.
Interested in Group Rates?
Email Solange Leclair at Solange@momentumevents.com to secure the best group discounts
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4. What’s the Event About? (The Elevator Pitch)
The ONLY Thought Leader Liaison-focused event in the Pharma industry is COMING BACK for its 6th Edition!
The 6th Thought Leader Liaison Engagement Summit is the only conference that focuses entirely on the TLL/Regional Marketing role within the Pharmaceutical industry. Emphasizing on TLL strategies, using of technology and enhancing HCP engagement across the board, in advisory boards, speaker programs in a compliant manner and the KOL-DOL strategizing and prioritizing, learning from established TLL teams and their successful implementation of new tactics.
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5. Interested in Sponsorship? (Let’s Talk Visibility + Value)
Want your brand in front of the right people, in the right way, at the right time? Our sponsorship opportunities are customizable, creative, and designed to deliver ROI. From thought leadership to branding to curated meetings — let’s create something impactful. Drop us a line and we’ll cook up something special.
2025 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW OPEN
Sponsorship is a great way to enhance your brand’s visibility and help you connect with top-level decision-makers, innovators, and industry disruptors. There are a number of ways to maximize branding opportunities at the summit.
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6. How Do I Network? (Spoiler: It’s Easier Than You Think)
We make networking feel natural — not awkward. From structured roundtables and topic lounges to networking receptions and interactive sessions, there are plenty of ways to meet people who matter to your work (and might just become collaborators or friends). Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the top reasons why I should attend?TOP REASONS TO ATTEND
-Learn and implement different metrics for measuring the success of your KOL interactions and to benchmark against other TLLs
-Craft effective TLL Business Planning and Development that secures cross-functional effective collaboration for the overall success of the company
-Explore different tools and ways to work with your KOLs and DOLs, learn best practices on how the industry is managing its interactions
-Find innovative ways to keep HCPs engaged and interested in your speaker programs
-Understand the compliance and ethics considerations for TLLs on their internal and external interactions and engagement to guarantee successful engagement
-
Who should attend?
This event is designed for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device professionals with responsibilities in the following areas:
- TLL (Thought Leader Liaison)
- Thought Leader Engagement
- KOL Relationship Management/ Development
- Regional Marketers
- Associate Director of Marketing
- Opinion/Thought Leader Relations
- Speaker Bureau Training/Management
- Speaker Programs
- Speaker Advisory Boards
- Key Customer Engagement Manager
- Regional Marketing Liaison
- Global Stakeholder Strategy and Insights
- Associate Director, Opinion Leader Programming
- Global KOL Manager
- Sr Manager, International and Global Customer Meeting Services
- Global Thought Leader Center of Excellence
- Medical Education, Launch, and TL Engagement
- US Customer Meeting Services
- KOL Marketing
- Associate Director, Medical Marketing
- Digital Communication
- Media/Multimedia
- External Engagement
- Commercial Operations
- Marketing Operations
- Field sales/Field Directors
- Strategic Account Management
- Advisory Board Management
- Professional Education/Programs
- Global Relations
- Compliance, Legal and Regulatory
- CRM Systems
- External Affairs
- Stakeholder Relations/Outreach
- Physician Education/Outreach
- Promotional Regulatory Affairs
- Franchise/Business Unit/Therapeutic Area Management
- Brand/Portfolio Management
- Brand/Product Commercialization
- Commercial//Marketing Strategy
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Can I register a group?
We offer group discounts for teams attending the conference, providing a valuable chance to connect with remote colleagues.
Interested in Group Rates?
Email Solange Leclair at Solange@momentumevents.com to secure the best group discounts
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What is the Event About?
The ONLY Thought Leader Liaison-focused event in the Pharma industry is COMING BACK for its 5th Edition!
The 5th Thought Leader Liaison Engagement Summit is the only conference that focuses entirely on the TLL/Regional Marketing role within the Pharmaceutical industry. Emphasizing on TLL strategies, using of technology and enhancing HCP engagement across the board, in advisory boards, speaker programs in a compliant manner and the KOL-DOL strategizing and prioritizing, learning from established TLL teams and their successful implementation of new tactics.
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Venue
The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia,
Autograph Collection
21 North Juniper Street,
Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA limited and exclusive room block is available for our 5th Thought Leader Liaison Engagement Summit. To take advantage of our discounted room rate please click here.
Please note there is only one official, exclusive housing block for this event. Any other channels for booking reservations are not authorized. If you are contacted by a 3rd party housing company claiming to have a relationship with Momentum Events Group LLC, its event and/or Wyndham Lake Buena Vista; these companies and others like it are not in any way affiliated with us.
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Sponsorship
2025 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW OPEN
Sponsorship is a great way to enhance your brand’s visibility and help you connect with top-level decision-makers, innovators, and industry disruptors. There are a number of ways to maximize branding opportunities at the summit.
Interested in learning more about Sponsorship Opportunities?Contact Lauren Arcady at Laurenb@momentumevents.com to get a customized quote today!

