Chairman's Letter

For years, the industry has been speculating about the future - when will it come? What will it bring? How will we adapt? Well, the time for speculation has passed. The future is now, and ISPE Members are leading the charge. If you're ready to stop talking about the future and start making it happen, then we urge you to join us at the 2011 ISPE Annual Meeting, taking place 6-9 November in Grapevine, Texas, USA.

This year's theme, "Preparing Professionals and Organizations for Rapid Change," is more than a theme; in a way, it's what ISPE is all about. We've been leading global change and innovation in pharmaceutical technology and processes for more than three decades. At this year’s event, industry experts will present global GMP solutions for manufacturing, technology, regulations, facilities, and investigational products. Expand your knowledge in one of five different education tracks, learn from established industry professionals in three key training sessions, or simply meet with your international colleagues to compare notes on the past year, pass on best practices, and enjoy the camaraderie.

From 6-9 November 2011, pharmaceutical professionals from all over the globe and every level of experience will come together in Grapevine, Texas, USA. Regulators, technical experts, and Society personnel will share critical first-hand knowledge. Gatherings like these are where the future of the Society, and the industry as a whole, are shaped. We all know that our Society and our industry are undergoing widespread change. If you want to help shape the changes to come, you cannot afford to miss this event.

No matter what your level of professional experience or expertise, there is room at Annual Meeting for you to develop as a professional and prepare for the rapid change taking place in the industry. Whether you are a young professional, mid-career manager, or a seasoned expert, everyone has a role to play in helping the pharmaceutical industry advance over the next horizon. We sincerely hope you’ll join us this November in Texas as we journey together to take our careers, our Society, and the pharmaceutical industry into the future.

Sincerely,

André Walker, CPIP
Chair, ISPE International Board of Directors, 2010-2011