Get the Recognition You Deserve!

ISPE is focusing on targeting new Members and encouraging current Members to be more active within the Society. ISPE’s Ambassador Program is designed to promote involvement and excitement about the Society with current prospective Members through your leadership skills and enthusiasm.

ISPE’s local Affiliates and Chapters will identify the top five companies in their region, based on current Membership, to participate in the Ambassador Program.

As an ISPE Ambassador, you…

• Act as a representative from your company at ISPE events
• Network with like-minded professionals within your own company
• Create opportunities for public speaking and professional writing
• Will be a part of an industry-renowned program
• Raise your profile within the industry and your company
• Receive a Certificate of Recognition to display in your office
• Will be recognized at ISPE events with a special Ambassador ribbon

Getting Involved is Easy!

To become an Ambassador, contact your local Affiliate or Chapter President for an application, or simply download an application  (PDF, 112 KB). Send your completed application to your regional office:

ISPE Headquarters:  Angie Brumley, abrumley@ispe.org  
ISPE European Office:  Dominique Dewandre, Dominique@associationhq.com   
ISPE Asia Pacific Office:  Tarnbir Kaur, tkaur@ispe.org   

It’s All About Recognition!

The regional office will confirm your contact information for the Ambassador Program. Once your information has been verified, ISPE will add you to the official Ambassador roster posted below. A letter and a Certificate of Recognition will be promptly sent to you. ISPE and your local Affiliate or Chapter will provide you with an Ambassador ribbon to wear at all local events and meetings, and send updates, news and Membership announcements to you on a regular basis so you can fulfill your duties as an Ambassador throughout your company.

Each year, the Membership Services Committee (MSC) will review the list of Ambassadors and send out an e-mail to determine continuing participation in the Ambassador Program. Feedback, challenges and success stories should be sent to the MSC, c/o Linda Brady at lbrady@ispe.org.

Current ISPE Ambassadors:

ISPE Ambassador Program Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What are the attributes of an Ambassador?

Answer: ISPE is looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person who wants to make a difference in the pharmaceutical, science and manufacturing industry. An Ambassador is not necessarily a senior level person, but has the leadership and communication skills to influence his/her colleagues. Ambassadors must take the initiative to publicize the events to the relevant people/disciplines in his/her organization.

Question: As an Ambassador, will I have to attend training or special meetings?

Answer: Our Ambassador Program does not require someone to attend additional training or special meetings. As an Ambassador, you will be asked to wear a ribbon at all of your regularly scheduled local ISPE Affiliate/Chapter events.

Question: Will I incur any cost as an Ambassador?

Answer: The cost associated with the recognition elements of the Ambassador Program is budgeted and paid for by ISPE Headquarters. Nominal costs such as telephone charges, faxes, etc., may be incurred and will be the sole responsibility of the Ambassador.

Question: Is this a local or international initiative?

Answer: The Ambassador Program is an international program with a primary focus on your local Affiliate/ Chapter events. Being an active member locally allows for networking events, brainstorming and a real sense of community. As an Ambassador, you are recognized both internally at your company, and at the local events.

Question: Is this a leadership role?

Answer: Yes, as an Ambassador, you have the opportunity to reach out to members of your organization and create opportunities to network, disseminate critical industry information, and add your personal touch to various industry recognized communications.

Question: My company has a similar program. Will this conflict with my company’s initiatives?

Answer: No, we recognize that many organizations have a designated person or ISPE Member who serves in a similar role. This program will officially acknowledge this Member for his/her efforts while distributing different yet critical information from ISPE.

Question: Is this program limited to a certain type of pharmaceutical company?

Answer: No, all companies in the pharmaceutical, science and manufacturing industry are invited to participate.