Events and Activities

0800 – 1700 | US$0 | Open to Student & Recent Graduate members | Separate Registration is required

Students and recent graduates will be tasked with analyzing a problem statement, acting as a consultant group to help the company solve an issue, and pitching it to a panel of expert judges at the culmination of the Hackathon. At the end of the two days, each team will present to a group of judges and industry leaders. The judges will evaluate the presentations, provide feedback to the teams, and identify the best solution. The winning team will be announced during the ISPE Membership Meeting & Awards Lunch on Tuesday afternoon. 

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0800 – 1300 | US$0 | Open to Student & Recent Graduate members | Separate Registration is required

On Sunday, each hackathon team will present to the panel of Hackathon judges and industry leaders. The judges will evaluate the presentations, provide feedback to the teams, and identify the best-proposed solution. The winning team will be announced during the ISPE Membership Meeting & Awards Lunch on Tuesday afternoon.

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1300 - 1600 | Included with In-Person All Access Pass

Participate in one of four interactive, hands-on learning sessions designed to guide you through processes to gain a competitive advantage and ensure compliance.

• Annex 1 in Action: Designing Facilities That Reduce Risk
• Accelerating Innovation in Sustainable Sourcing and Ops
• Digital Validation in Practice
• From Single Sites to Standardized Manufacturing Network
• The Future of Pharma: Agility, Growth, & Continuous Improvement Strategies

1600 – 1800 | Included with In-Person All Access Pass

Check-in, un-wind and enjoy yourself at the ISPE Sunday Social! Join us for beverages and a chance to meet with your peers. Whether you attend the Sunday workshops or are arriving after a long day of travel, be sure to start the 2026 ISPE Annual Meeting & Expo off right!

1900 - 2230 | Separate registration and fee are required | $275 - Member - $325 - Non-member

Join ISPE to celebrate the 2026 ISPE FOYA Banquet & Awards Celebration where we will formally recognize and celebrate the 2026 Category Winners' achievements. Please note that separate registration is required.

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0600 – 0730 | US$100 | Separate registration required

For the last time, join us for 17th Annual ISPE 5K Run/Walk being held during the ISPE Annual Meeting & Expo. Your participation in this year’s 5K event will again support ISPE Foundation’s mission fueling global health equity by fostering access to knowledge and nurturing diverse talent. Additional registration and a donation fee of $100 is required to participate. This will be the last 5K Run/Walk, so be sure to sign up!

Registrants must collect their bibs and t-shirts at the Information Desk onsite prior to Monday morning.

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1730 - 1900 | Included with In-Person All-Access Pass

Connect with industry leaders at our Welcome Reception. Enjoy food and beverages in the Expo Hall while networking with exhibitors and attendees.

1930 - 2200 | $75 Member | $50 Emerging Leaders and Student | $200 Non-Members | Separate registration required

Join the Women in Pharma^® signature Monday Night Networking Event, returning in 2026 with this year's inspiring theme: Mission: Possible — ISPE Women in Pharma Breaking Boundaries. Connect with professionals from across the pharmaceutical industry for an evening of dinner, meaningful networking, engaging conversation, and community. This special on-site event is designed to help attendees build valuable relationships, exchange ideas, and celebrate the impact of women and allies who are driving innovation and progress across the industry. Whether you're reconnecting with colleagues or meeting new peers, you'll enjoy an interactive, welcoming environment that encourages authentic connections beyond the traditional reception experience. Separate registration and fee required. Limited capacity.

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1200 - 1415 | Included with In-Person All Access Pass and Tuesday One-Day Education Pass

Meet and hear from the ISPE leadership and colleagues while learning about significant achievements made by the industry in the past year. Celebrate with your peers as the ISPE International Honor Awards are presented and learn about the 2025 Facility of the Year Awards (FOYA) Category Winners & Overall Winner.

1415 - 1545 | Included with In-Person All Access Pass and Tuesday One-Day Education Pass

Satisfy your sweet tooth and mingle with industry peers at our delightful Dessert Reception, all served in the vibrant ambiance of the Expo Hall. Engage with over 350 exhibitors and participate in the following activities while visiting the Expo Hall: 

• Join and/or renew your ISPE membership at the ISPE Membership Booth 
• Attend Spotlight Sessions and learn more about ISPE Guidance Documents at the PUBlications Lounge 
• Using the ISPE Mobile App, participate in the Giveaway Game for a chance to win a prize by visiting the exhibitors 
• Learn more about the ISPE Facility of the Year Award (FOYA) program and leverage your chance to meet with the winners, judges, and others involved 
• Discover and explore new career opportunities at the ISPE Career Center and leverage your chance to update your professional headshot 
• Visit the Pickleball Zone to participate or watch a friendly game of Pickleball

1900 - 2300 | Included with In-Person All-Access Pass | $225 For all other registration passes

Get ready for an unforgettable night at Topgolf National Harbor on Tuesday, 20 October from 1900–2300! Immerse yourself in an evening of unparalleled networking, indulge in great food and drinks, take your best shot in the bays, hit the dance floor, and soak in the energy of a night designed for both fun and connection. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or forging new professional relationships, this celebration is the perfect opportunity to mingle with industry leaders and colleagues. We’re turning up the volume with live music from Right Turn at 40, featuring ISPE’s own Dave DiProspero—bringing the perfect soundtrack to keep the party going all night long. No need to be a golfing pro, prepare to experience the best of what the pharmaceutical industry has to offer—this is an evening you won't want to miss!

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1000 - 1130 | Included with In-Person All Access Pass and Virtual All Access Pass

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0800-1300 ET | Separate registration and fee are required | $75

Attendees are required to have their conference badge to access all ISPE events and activities. Buses will depart from the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center at 08:00 ET, returning around 13:00 ET.

During the tour, participants will see Manufacturing and Quality Control in action through our uniquely designed facility, which allows observation of the Manufacturing and Quality Control laboratories through glass. The tour will cover the technology and analytical methods used to genetically modify patient cells while ensuring the best possible Total Viable Cell Count (TVC) to support patient treatment. This facility reduces unplanned downtime to less than one incident in 10,000 years, meeting a risk standard historically unique to the nuclear power industry.

Other notable elements include an overview of the site and its achievement of becoming USGBC LEED Platinum Certified, as well as water and energy conservation initiatives at the site and across AstraZeneca. Participants will also learn how we achieved 100% uptime in a fully electrified, carbon-neutral facility.

Please note the following requirements for all attendees:

• All attendees must wear closed-toe shoes
• Photography is not permitted inside the building
• Attendees must bring identification for check-in

Transportation is provided! Attendance is limited to 30.

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A separate fee and registration are required

Join us in person for hands-on training that delivers practical solutions to your company's critical challenges. Through interactive sessions and direct engagement with industry experts, you'll gain actionable strategies to optimize costs, improve process efficiency, enhance production quality, and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Commissioning and Qualification
• GAMP^® AI Basic Principles
• GAMP^® Basic Principles
• GAMP^® Data Integrity 21 CFR Part 11

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