2026 Annual Conference - Agenda
About the Annual Conference
A leading event for analytics professionals in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. Since its inception, it has provided a platform for sharing innovative analytical methods, exploring emerging data sources, and discussing best practices that drive data-driven decision-making. Each year, the agenda focuses on critical topics such as predictive analytics, patient and payer insights, and sales force optimization. Attendees also gain valuable skills through sessions on mentoring, storytelling, and analytics talent development. As a cornerstone of PMSA’s mission, the conference fosters collaboration and innovation, advancing the role of analytics in improving healthcare outcomes.
2026 Theme: Convergence of Data, Talent & AI
Why Attend?
- Where talent meets technology - hear from top experts driving innovation across pharma analytics.
- Engage with industry leaders through posters, general sessions, interactive breakouts, and sponsor-led discussions.
- Bring fresh thinking back to your team with practical perspectives on how data and AI are advancing real-world impact.
Who Should Attend?
- Analytics and data science professionals in pharma and biotech
- Commercial and medical insights teams
- Data engineers and AI/machine learning specialists
- Team leaders and managers looking to build analytics talent and capabilities
- Students, early-career professionals, and anyone looking to break into pharma/biotech analytics
- Anyone interested in leveraging data, AI, and emerging tools to drive better healthcare outcomes
PMSA has also secured a reduced hotel rate of $289 (+ taxes & fees) at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. Stay steps away from conference sessions, networking events, and the vibrant energy of downtown New Orleans.
Special Offer for Pharmaceutical Teams:
Our Buy 3, Get 1 Free promotion makes it easy to broaden your team’s expertise while maximizing the value of your conference experience.
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SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026 (Preliminary Agenda**) |
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01:30 PM - 04:00 PM |
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02:00 PM - 03:30 PM |
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03:00 PM - 04:30 PM |
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05:00 PM - 06:00 PM |
VIP Reception (Invite Only) |
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06:00 PM - 07:30 PM |
Welcome Reception (All attendees invited – lite bites) |
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MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 (Preliminary Agenda**) |
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07:30 AM - 08:30 AM |
Breakfast |
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08:30 AM - 08:45 AM |
Welcome & Opening Remarks |
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08:45 AM - 09:45 AM |
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09:45 AM - 10:15 AM |
Vendor Fair & Coffee Break Poster Judging and Viewing |
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10:15 AM - 10:50 AM |
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10:50 AM - 11:25 PM |
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11:25 AM - 12:00 PM |
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12:00 PM - 01:00 PM |
Lunch and Vendor Fair |
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01:00 PM - 01:45 PM |
Spotlight Session: Problem Solving like a Magician Everyone wants you to “think outside the box.” But to truly give yourself a competitive advantage and lead in the business world, you must approach problem-solving to invent an entirely new box. Welcome David Corsaro. For the past 25 years, David has been the "go-to" guy in the business world regarding creativity and problem-solving. Additionally, David is an accomplished magician and mentalist, performing in 4 different off-Broadway magic shows in NYC and he even appeared on the hit TV show “Penn & Teller: Fool Us”...and yes, he fooled them. In David’s seminar, “Problem-Solving like a Magician”, you will not only learn how a piece of magic works but more importantly you will learn WHY it works and how you can take the principles of psychology and neuroscience and apply them to spark creativity in you and your team members. Speaker: David Corsaro |
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01:45 PM - 02:35 PM |
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02:35 PM - 03:05 PM |
Breakout 4A: From "Flashy Experimentation" to "Implementation Reliability" for Agentic AI This session explores the transition from "Flashy Experimentation" to "Disciplined Engineering" through the implementation of Agentic AI within the theme of Advanced Machine Learning & Deep Learning. Drawing on parallels from large-scale deployments such as agentic voice ordering systems that must handle high-concurrency, real-time reasoning and the safety guardrails developed for frontier models like Gemini, we will discuss how to architect a "Cognitive Engine" for pharma. Theme: AI for Commercial Excellence: Applications of AI in Optimizing Launch Strategies, Market Access, and Omnichannel Engagement Speakers: Sid Reddy; Barun Maskara More information coming soon Speaker: TBD |
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03:05 PM - 03:25 PM |
Break and Vendor Fair |
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03:25 PM - 04:05 PM |
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04:05 PM - 04:30 PM |
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04:30 PM - 05:45 PM |
Poster Judging and Happy Hour |
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06:00 PM - 09:00 PM |
Monday Night Social |
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TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2026 (Preliminary Agenda**) |
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07:30 AM - 08:30 AM |
Breakfast |
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07:30 AM - 08:30 AM |
PMSA Appreciation Breakfast for Lifetime Achievement Recipients and Committee Volunteers (Invite Only) |
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08:30 AM - 08:45 AM |
Day 2 Welcome and Lifetime Achievement Award |
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08:45 AM - 09:45 AM |
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09:45 AM - 10:30 AM |
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10:30 AM - 10:50 AM |
Vendor Fair & Coffee Break |
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10:50 AM - 11:25 AM |
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11:25 AM - 12:00 PM |
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12:00 PM - 01:15 PM |
Lunch and Vendor Fair Women in Analytics Luncheon (pre-ticketed event) Speaker: TBD |
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01:15 PM - 02:15 PM |
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02:15 PM - 03:00 PM |
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03:00 PM - 03:20 PM |
Break and Vendor Fair |
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03:20 PM - 03:50 PM |
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03:50 PM - 04:25 PM |
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04:30 PM - 05:30 PM |
Networking Happy Hour Join us for the Networking Happy Hour as we conclude the last full day of programming. Enjoy drinks, light bites, and engaging conversation in a relaxed, collegial setting. It’s the perfect way to continue meaningful discussions and connect with peers before the final day of closing sessions. |
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 6, 2026 (Preliminary Agenda**) |
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07:30 AM - 08:30 AM |
Breakfast |
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08:30 AM - 08:45 AM |
Final Day Announcements |
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08:45 AM - 09:30 AM |
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09:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
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10:00 AM - 10:35 AM |
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10:35 AM - 10:50 AM |
Break |
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10:50 AM - 11:35 AM |
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11:35 AM - 12:20 PM |
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12:20 PM - 12:40 PM |
Conference Wrap-Up and Prize Giveaways |