Participation in this process is appreciated, as the International Board represents the ideas and priorities that matter most to ISPE and its global community, including Affiliates, Chapters, committees, and professional networks.
Meet Amjad Wahbeh
Amjad Wahbeh serves as VP Corporate Engineering, Hikma Farmaceutica (Portugal) S.A. He oversees engineering strategy and project execution across 31 manufacturing sites worldwide for Hikma. He has held senior leadership roles across pharmaceutical operations, including plant management and project engineering, and is widely recognized for his contributions to advancing global engineering practices within the industry. Academically, he completed the General Management Program from Harvard Business School, has a master’s degree in business administration from the European University of Barcelona, and has a master’s degree in electro-mechanical engineering. Amjad has also served in ISPE leadership roles at the European level, contributing to collaboration and alignment across Affiliates. Beyond his professional work, he is a professional sailor and speaks five languages, reflecting his global perspective.
Read Amjad’s Q&A Responses
1. Please briefly share the vision you see for ISPE's future, especially as it relates to our current strategic vision, pillars, and core values.
The long-term strength of ISPE depends on our ability to shape the environment in which our industry operates. That means deepening our relationship with regulators and government agencies, not only when guidance is needed, but when new ideas are being formed. I think, also, we will need to expand our work in Pharma 4.0™, not only by defining the model, but by helping companies implement them in real, practical ways. If we do this right, ISPE will not simply follow the curve; we will define it.
2. Please provide a brief description of your ISPE volunteer career.
I have been involved actively in ISPE over the past 7 to 8 years. I have played a leadership role in strengthening ISPE’s presence and strategic direction in Europe. I began by founding the Portugal Affiliate and later helped with the successful unification of the Spain Affiliate to create a stronger and collaborative Iberia Affiliate—an initiative driven by a belief that regional alignment amplifies global impact. I then advanced to serve as a Co-Chair and subsequent Chair of the European Affiliates Council, guiding the council through the two-year period of growth and modernization. In this role, I focused on expanding hands-on, practical training programs, elevating engagement with regulatory agencies, and building a more cohesive network of European Affiliates.
3. Please provide a brief description of your industry experience.
I have been in the industry for more than 35 years. I have built a career defined by technical depth and operational knowledge. I progressed from an early role in packaging, then maintenance, then operations, to a series of responsibilities in validation, and ultimately, an engineering leader. Throughout my career, I have led the design and construction of many manufacturing facilities and major production expansions; overseeing multidisciplinary teams and complex capital investments. My leadership has spanned a full lifecycle of pharmaceutical manufacturing, from concept and design to qualification, start-up, and operational readiness. This breadth of experience has equipped me with a strategic understanding of how to build high-performing plants, but most importantly, high-performing teams.
Election Information
Members in good standing as of Monday, 1 June 2026 should have received an electronic ballot via email from Intelliscan, Inc., ISPE's independent election partner. All candidate materials and ballot instructions should be reviewed carefully prior to submission, as votes cannot be changed or recast once submitted.
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