Quality Business Leadership (QBL) Summit 2025

Following the resounding success of the inaugural Quality Business Leadership (QBL) Summit in May 2024, we are excited to share that the second QBL Summit, set to take place in Dublin on 16 May 2025.

At last year’s summit, we established the undeniable need for QBL. This year, we will assess the progress made, share initial results, and outline the path forward in transforming Quality from a support function to a strategic Business Partner. The implementation of the six traits of QBL will be a key focus of our discussions.

16 May 2025 | NIBRT facility adjacent to UCD Campus, Dublin

Key Highlights of the upcoming 2025 Summit:

Regulator Panel led by Professor Kevin O’Donnell, HPRA

We are honored to invite Dr. Janet Woodcock, former Acting FDA Commissioner, and other senior level leaders from the FDA, EMA, HPRA, and other national agencies to discuss ongoing efforts in harmonizing the Pharmaceutical Quality Knowledge Management System (PQKMS) and a harmonized regulatory framework.

Industry Perspectives on the Transformation to Quality Business Leadership

Industry leaders in Operations and Quality will share strategies and best practices on:

Embedding a culture where quality is a shared responsibility across all functions and demonstrated in daily actions

Driving engagement at all levels to foster continuous quality improvement

Demonstrating quality as a value-driven financial advantage

Adapting the Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS) to integrate emerging technologies, including AI

Insights from QBL Program Alumni

Graduates from the first cohort of the Certificate in QBL Program will share their experiences, discuss the impact of the program, and highlight how they are embedding QBL into their daily operations with tangible results.

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