Learn about the strong business connections between the Greater Philadelphia Region and Ireland at an interactive panel discussion sponsored by Saint Joseph’s University Irish Studies Program and the Haub School of Business.
This is a unique opportunity to meet and network with prominent St. Joseph’s University alums, Irish Chamber members, and senior executives representing global companies with substantial operations in the Philadelphia region and Ireland.
The Business of Better Health: How Innovation Is Transforming the Pharmaceutical Industry
Philadelphia and Ireland are global hubs for pharmaceutical and life sciences innovation. As the industry evolves, new opportunities are emerging at the intersection of science, technology, healthcare and business.
The panel will explore forces shaping the future of healthcare—including the rise of obesity and GLP-1 therapies, AI-powered drug discovery, personalized medicine, patient access and affordability, and new approaches to healthcare delivery.
The discussion will also highlight how these innovations are driving economic growth, talent development and cross-border collaboration, strengthening the longstanding pharmaceutical and healthcare connection between Philadelphia and Ireland.
Featured Panelists
ICON plc: Terry Murphy, Executive Vice President, Business Operations
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals: Ryan Bonner, Executive Sales Director, Endocrinology
Regeneron: Jen Rafferty, Field Reimbursement Manager
ARAMARK HEALTHCARE+: Bill La Salle, Regional Vice President
Saint Joseph’s University
Moderator: Jon Evoy, MBA, Adjunct Healthcare Marketing Professor, Erivan K.Haub School of Business; Senior Manager of Marketing Campaigns, Hearing Life
Agenda
6.00 pm – Registration, Pizza, Networking
6.15 pm – Panel Discussion, Question & Answer Session
7.30 pm – Networking
8.00 pm – Conclusion of Formal Program
Location
Mandeville Teletorium @ Saint Joseph’s University
5600 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Click HERE for directions
Guest List
A list of registered guests will be posted by October 28th (does not include SJU alumni or students)
Registration
There is no registration fee.
Questions?
Dr. Kersti Tarien Powell, kpowell@sju.edu
Alanna Barry, abarry@iabcn.org