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Thursday, September 14, 2023
3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Meet the Experts: Demystifying the Pharma Industry
Sponsored by Merck
Intrigued by the pharmaceutical (pharma) industry but not sure what the day-to-day experience would be like? Curious
as to whether pharma may be a good fit for you? Interested in understanding what types of pharma roles may suit your
background? Join two leaders from Merck, Andrew (Drew) Otoo, PharmD, President, Global Vaccines and Celeste
Warren, VP, Global Diversity & Inclusion Center of Excellence, in a " Meet the Expert " session designed to demystify the
pharma industry and spark awareness and interest in the vast career opportunities available for MBA graduates within
the industry and at Merck.
The session will include:
*A fireside chat with Dr. Otoo (including his career journey and perspectives on the industry)
*Audience Q&A
*Networking opportunities with additional senior leaders at Merck (both during and outside of session)
*An open and energizing discussion in a relaxed atmosphere
Pharma companies have a variety of distinct functions and disciplines where many skills, capabilities and backgrounds are
needed for the organization to thrive. Backgrounds such as finance, marketing, data analytics, sales and others.
Please join
us to expand your career prospects and explore opportunities for impact within the pharma industry and at Merck.
Location: 126AB, PCC
Speakers: Celeste Warren, Vice President, Global Diversity & Inclusion Center of Excellence and Author - Merck
Brittany Plavchak, Director of Global Communications, Vaccines - Merck
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3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Forward Together Sponsored by Google
Join Google Directors from teams such as People Operations, Engineering Program Management, and AI Business to discuss
how we can best utilize tools and products to invest in our future together.Location: 118AB, PCC
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Corporate Hospitality Reception
Location: Various Room, Marriott, Lowes
9 p.m. - 12 a.m. MBA Live Sponsored by Morgan Stanley
Location: Union Transfer, 1026 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Entertainment: DJ Mars
Friday, September 15, 2023
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Career Success Network® Center
For NBMBAA®
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. NBMBAA®
Employment Network
On-site interviewing in our separate hall. Interviews are pre-scheduled by companies with individuals. Only candidates with
scheduled interviews may enter the interview space. Be sure to upload your resume to the Career Success Network Job Board
(jobs.nbmbaa.org) to connect with recruiters and schedule advance interviews.
Location: Hall C, PCC
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Career Expo
Location: Halls DE, PCC
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PHILADELPHIA
9.12\9.16
Members only Sponsored by Dairy Farmers of America
Our year-round online career resource is available to you onsite. Stop by for a resume review and coaching or take
advantage of our printing station to make last minute edits.
Location: 2nd Floor, PCC
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EVERYONE
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