Monday through Tuesday

The office water cooler is more than just a place to get a drink. It's a gathering place where colleagues take a break to enjoy friendly conversation. It's a forum where thoughts and ideas are exchanged. It's a social hub where people find out what's really going on in the office.

Brought back by popular demand, PharmaSUG Water Cooler Chats bring this spirit of informal discussion into the conference environment. Facilitated group discussions on a variety of topics will be scheduled for specific times during the conference. All you have to do is show up and join the conversation. We'll provide the virtual water cooler and get the dialog going - the rest is up to you!

The schedule of topics and facilitators is below. All times shown are U.S .Eastern Daylight Time. If you have questions, please contact our Water Cooler Chat Coordinators, Amber Randall and Paul Stutesman, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Monday, May 24, 2021

Time Discussion Topic Facilitator(s)
12:00 - 1:00 PM So You're Thinking About Becoming a Contractor… Dave D'Attilio
3:00 - 4:00 PM Developing ADaM Training? - Let's Discuss Some Lessons Learned Alyssa Wittle

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Time Discussion Topic Facilitator(s)
12:00 - 1:00 PM Machine Learning - Looking Toward the Future Kevin Lee
4:00 - 5:00 PM Programming Team Transitions Can Be Hard - Let's Share Some Solutions Kirsty Lauderdale

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Time Discussion Topic Facilitator(s)
12:00 - 1:00 PM Leadership and Programming - Finding Your Path Kriss Harris
3:00 - 4:00 PM Navigating Sponsor/CRO Relationships - Succeeding with Complex Teams Sarah McLaughlin

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Time Discussion Topic Facilitator(s)
12:00 - 1:00 PM R Validation - Strategies and Considerations Kate Ostbye