Breakfast Meetup

Site Engagement – Aligning Sites, Sponsors & CROs for More Effective Clinical Trials

Site Engagement isn’t just a regional meetup — it’s a high-impact platform where sites, sponsors, and CROs come together to drive stronger collaboration and more effective clinical trial delivery.

May 19, 2026
08:15 – 12:15 (CEST)
Basel, Switzerland
Limited Seats
A Power-Packed Breakfast Meetup

Short on time? Big on impact. Connect, learn, and leave inspired before noon.

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Transform Your Morning into a Powerhouse of Connections, Insights, and Opportunities

Power Breakfast, Meaningful Connection

Start your morning with a dynamic, high-impact breakfast designed for genuine conversations & powerful networking.

Strategic & Impact-Focused

Hosted in Basel, a leading biotech hub, this event brings industry leaders together to drive insights and overcome key challenges in site engagement.

Big Value, Small Price

Network with top industry leaders, key decision-makers, and forward-thinking innovators — without stretching your budget.

Catalyzing Market Reach

No full-day seminars or endless sessions. In just one focused morning, walk away with the latest insights, new contacts and ideas.

Exclusive Event

The Idea Behind This Breakfast

Clinical trials thrive on strong collaboration between Sponsors and investigational sites, yet the site perspective often remains underrepresented. By listening to site voices, Sponsors can design studies that reduce operational burden, improve efficiency, and enhance the patient experience.

To address these challenges, this exclusive breakfast meeting will bring together senior clinical operations professionals, site leaders, and patient engagement experts to foster open dialogue and idea exchange. Participants will have the opportunity to share best practices, explore real-world challenges, and collaborate on solutions that can reshape the Sponsor–site partnership model.

What We'll Explore

Key Discussion Points

Deep dive into the critical challenges and opportunities shaping the future of clinical trial operations

Site & Patient Burden

Designing realistic protocols that align with site capabilities and patient needs.

Training Efficiency

Creating focused, flexible, and value-driven training approaches.

Communication Gaps

Building transparent communication channels to ensure faster issue resolution.

Patient Pathway Visibility

Integrating real-world patient insights into trial planning.

Digital Evolution

Leveraging eISF and digital tools effectively without overloading sites.

Cost Efficiency

Reducing unnecessary costs through smarter, site-informed operations.

Who Can Join Us?

Ideal participants include site leadership, clinical operations teams, and patient engagement specialists focused on real-world trial execution.

Heads / Directors of Site Management
Site Managers & Coordinators
Principal & Sub-Investigators
Clinical Research Associates
Site Operations & Development Leads
Patient Recruitment & Retention Managers
Clinical Trial Administrators
Site Engagement & Relationship Managers

Professional Coordinator & Chairperson

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Judit Magos

Clinical Operations Manager

Viatris Innovation GmbH

Esteemed Speakers

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Mara Hummel

Associate Director of Global Clinical Operations, Team Leader

Roche

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Anne Ruault

Associate Director Portfolio & Program Management

Novartis

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Ghislaine HEUBERGER

On-Site Clinical Research Associate

University Hospital Basel

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Isabelle Naëije, PMP

Clinical Operations Learning Manager (Program & Study)

Novartis

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Ina Meyer

Study & Site Operations (SSO) Country Manager Switzerland

Novartis

Conference Agenda

Bright Start
08:15 – 08:30
Registration & Itinerary Collection
Opening Remarks
08:30 – 08:40
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Opening Words
  • Host / Conference Chair
  • Objectives of the Event
  • Why Effective Site Engagement is a Shared Success Factor
Judit Magos
Judit Magos
Clinical Operations Manager · Viatris Innovation GmbH
Keynote Presentation
08:40 – 09:05
Site Engagement Today: Shared Responsibilities Across Sites, Sponsors, and CROs
  • Overview of Current Challenges from a Pharma Company’s Perspective
Partner Slot 1
09:05 – 09:20
TBC
Presentation 1
09:20 – 09:45
What Engages Clinical Sites? Insights from Daily Operational Reality
  • Site Perspective on Feasibility, Communication, and Workload
Panel Discussion
09:45 – 10:10
Closing the Expectation Gap: How Can Sites, Sponsors, and CROs Work Better Together?
Lina Schaefer
Panellist:-
Isabelle Naëije, PMP
Clinical Operations Learning Manager (Program & Study) · Novartis
10:10 – 10:30
Coffee Break (20 minutes)
Presentation 2
10:30 – 10:55
Enabling Smarter and More Sustainable Clinical Trials: Digital Solutions and Sustainable Approaches
  • Improving Site Experience, Efficiency, and Quality
  • Reducing Environmental and Site Burden with Sustainable Practices
Partner Slot 2
10:55 – 11:10
TBC
Fire-Side Chat
11:10 – 11:35
Successful Site Engagement in Practice: Lessons Learned with Sponsors, CROs and Vendors
  • Real-Life Example Involving Sites, Sponsor, and CRO Collaboration
  • What Worked and What Didn’t
Lina Schaefer
Moderator:-
Ghislaine HEUBERGER
On-site Clinical Research Associate · University Hospital Basel
Interactive Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A
11:35 – 12:10
Building Sustainable Partnerships: From Study-by-Study to Long-Term Collaboration
  • Audience Interaction and Open Discussion
  • Future Outlook on Site Engagement
Lina Schaefer
Panellist:-
Mara Hummel
Associate Director of Global Clinical Operations, Team Leader · Roche
12:10 – 12:15
Closing Remarks & Key Takeaways
Summary of Main Insights.
Judit Magos
Judit Magos
Clinical Operations Manager · Viatris Innovation GmbH

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£149
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Benefits Included

Networking Opportunities

Connect with industry experts and peers to expand your professional network.

Certificate of Attendance

A certificate for your professional development, showcasing your commitment to staying ahead in the industry.

Early-Bird Discounts

Take advantage of exclusive early-bird pricing for future events.

Interactive Engagement

Participate in audience discussions to make the event more engaging and tailored to your interests.

Event Location

Explore Basel And Its Rich Culture,
Architecture, And Cuisine!

Basel, Switzerland

Real Stories. Real Impact.
Real Inspiration.

Hear It from Our Satisfied Clients

SanaClis

Thank you for an engaging event with everyone coming not just to listed but also to contribute. Special thanks to Andreas Panteli, Eric Hajjar, Evita P. Cornelia Baumgartner, Stefano Ferrara for navigating us through the morning.

Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership

So much expertise and above all so much energy in the room! Loved the engagement! So much expertise and above all so much energy in the room! Loved the engagement!

Novartis

Good Networking, nice presentations and discussions.

Wemedoo

Very nice organization with a set of important topics and knowledgeable speakers.

dsm-firmenich

It gave me valuable insights, broadened my understanding of different viewpoints, and emphasized the importance of clear, timely communication across all stakeholders.

Basilea

Excellent event with great speakers and insightful exchanges.

Evita

Thank you The experience was really unique, and I enjoyed that it was so interactive. I would definitely recommend the breakfasts meet up, because of the focused discussions in a more flexible way.

Nurcan

It was really a great event. Lots' of interaction and idea exchange. And WorldBI team made it very comfortable. It was truly a great event.

Bliss Biomedics Clinical Research

Thank you everyone for being so welcoming and engaging. Apologies I had to rush for my flight all though it is all cancelled. I guess we were talking about being flexible hope to see you all again.

Beverly

I sincerely enjoyed the breakfast meeting discussions, thank you very much again for the opportunity! It was overall a great meeting.

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