March 16 GLSA | FOCM Networking Event Recap On March 16, GLSA and FOCM hosted an online life sciences networking event focused on technology-driven approaches to modern clinical trials. As with each monthly session, the event opened with a featured presenter sharing insights during a brief, focused discussion. Featured Presentation: Decentralized Clinical Trial Technology This… Read more »
Clinical Research Networking Event: February 2022 GLSA Recap February 16, 2022 The clinical research networking event hosted by Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA) and FOCM on February 16, 2022 brought together professionals across drug and medical device development for learning, discussion, and connection. Special thanks to FOCM member and super-connector Nadia Bracken for helping expand… Read more »
Clinical Research Networking Event: January 2022 GLSA Recap The clinical research networking event hosted by Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA) and FOCM on January 19, 2022 brought together professionals from across the drug and medical device development industry to kick off the new year with open discussion and meaningful connection. This first event of 2022… Read more »
Clinical Research Networking Event: December 2021 Year-End Recap The clinical research networking event hosted by Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA) and FOCM on December 15 marked our year-end gathering for the drug and medical device development community. Unlike most of our monthly events, this session had no formal speaker or topic and instead focused on… Read more »
Life Sciences Networking Event Recap | November GLSA & FOCM Meeting This life sciences networking event recap highlights the November GLSA and FOCM online meeting, where industry professionals gathered to exchange perspectives, discuss emerging trends, and strengthen meaningful connections across clinical research and drug development. On November 17, the Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA), in… Read more »
Life Sciences Networking Insights from the October GLSA | FOCM Event Life sciences networking insights are often shaped by the diverse perspectives we encounter when professionals come together to share experiences, ideas, and challenges across the industry. One of the things I enjoy most about networking is meeting people with different perspectives. Those conversations challenge… Read more »
Networking Is Not Cheating: A Career Story That Matters When I give presentations or workshops on career development, one of the most powerful takeaways people mention comes from the stories I share. Networking is not cheating—it’s how real opportunities are created, especially during difficult career moments. These stories are meant to illustrate that lesson in… Read more »
GLSA | FOCM Networking Event Recap August 18, 2021 The Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA), in partnership with FOCM Networking, hosted its fourth monthly online clinical research networking event on August 18, 2021. The event brought together professionals from across the life sciences industry for an engaging evening of connection and collaboration. To open the… Read more »
Life Sciences Virtual Networking Event Recap | July 21, 2021 So, it happened again! On July 21, 2021, the Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA) and FOCM (Friends of Chris Matheus) hosted another successful virtual networking event. The session was well attended, with 22 industry professionals joining the conversation. We kicked off the meeting with a… Read more »
Life Sciences Virtual Networking Event Recap | June 17, 2021 Once again, the Global Life Sciences Alliance (GLSA) and FOCM Networking hosted a successful virtual networking event on June 17, 2021. As a result, attendees felt more comfortable with the format and Zoom breakout rooms. Overall, the session was smooth, engaging, and productive. To begin,… Read more »