Remarkable people, real strategies: The Leading Note
Remarkable people, real strategies: The Leading Note
With over 30 years’ experience of delivering live public, inhouse and e-learning courses to a wide range of industries, IPI is a global leader.
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Effective people management combines strategic HR expertise with genuine care for employee wellbeing, creating organisations where both business performance and human potential flourish. Our comprehensive HR and wellbeing programmes equip professionals with the essential skills to navigate complex employment challenges whilst fostering cultures that prioritise mental health and employee engagement.
From regulatory compliance and clinical research to pharmacovigilance and manufacturing excellence, the pharmaceutical sector demands specialised knowledge across multiple interconnected disciplines. IPI Academy's pharmaceutical training programmes provide industry professionals with the expertise needed to meet stringent regulatory requirements, ensure patient safety, and maintain competitive advantage in this rapidly evolving field.
Animal health regulatory expertise forms the cornerstone of successful veterinary pharmaceutical development, from initial product conception through market approval and beyond. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with the practical knowledge and regulatory insight essential for navigating complex approval processes across global markets.
Medical device development demands expertise across complex regulatory landscapes, clinical evaluation protocols, and evolving technological innovations. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge spanning global regulations, quality management systems, and cutting-edge areas including AI, software validation, and sustainable design practices.
Clinical research excellence demands mastery of evolving regulations, emerging technologies, and quality management systems that ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance. Our comprehensive clinical research training portfolio equips professionals with essential skills spanning GCP requirements, data integrity, digital innovation, and project management methodologies.
Regulatory affairs forms the backbone of successful pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology operations, ensuring products meet stringent global compliance standards whilst navigating complex approval pathways. IPI Academy's comprehensive regulatory training equips professionals with essential expertise to drive market access strategies and maintain compliance across diverse international markets.
Vigilance training ensures professionals can effectively monitor and manage safety risks across pharmaceutical, medical device, and cosmetic products throughout their lifecycle. From signal detection and risk assessment to regulatory compliance and quality management systems, vigilance expertise is essential for protecting public health.
In today's rapidly evolving business environment, exceptional leadership and strategic acumen separate high-performing organisations from their competitors. Our expert-led programmes equip professionals with proven methodologies in team leadership, strategic decision-making, and business transformation to excel in challenging commercial environments.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionising life sciences by enhancing drug development, improving clinical trial efficiency, and transforming regulatory compliance across pharmaceuticals and medical devices. Master the essential AI applications, regulatory frameworks, and practical implementation strategies driving innovation in modern healthcare.
Successfully navigating the intellectual property landscape demands expertise spanning patent law, strategic planning, risk management, and international best practices. Our comprehensive training portfolio develops the multifaceted skills and practical knowledge that IP professionals need to protect innovations and drive business value.
GxP represents the fundamental framework of good practice guidelines that ensure quality, safety, and efficacy across all aspects of pharmaceutical and life sciences operations. From manufacturing and clinical research to distribution and data management, mastering GxP principles is essential for professionals seeking to maintain regulatory compliance and deliver products that protect public health.
In today's complex business environment, robust commercial contract knowledge is essential for enhancing contract resilience, minimising legal exposure and securing competitive advantage. Our specialised programmes develop the strategic drafting, negotiation and risk management capabilities that distinguish exceptional commercial professionals from their peers.
Master the legal frameworks governing data protection, digital assets, and emerging technologies that are reshaping professional practice across all sectors. Our comprehensive training programmes provide practical insights into GDPR compliance, AI regulation, blockchain law, and digital intellectual property protection for modern legal challenges.
Medical writing forms the backbone of pharmaceutical development and scientific communication, requiring precise documentation skills for regulatory submissions, peer-reviewed publications, and consumer health materials. Our comprehensive training portfolio covers everything from clinical trial protocols to grant proposals, ensuring professionals can communicate complex medical information with clarity and regulatory compliance.
Personal development is the cornerstone of professional success, encompassing the essential skills and mindset shifts that transform individual potential into measurable achievement. Our comprehensive programmes address critical areas including leadership development, entrepreneurship, time management, and performance enhancement to help professionals thrive in today's dynamic workplace.
Navigate the intricate landscape of intellectual property rights with confidence through comprehensive copyright and licensing expertise. Understanding these fundamental frameworks is crucial for protecting creative assets and maximising commercial value in today's content-driven economy.
The fast-evolving world of media and entertainment presents unique legal challenges – from intellectual property and licensing to digital rights management and talent agreements. As content continues to cross borders and platforms at lightning speed, it’s essential for industry professionals to stay ahead of these developments. While the courses in this category are aimed primarily at legal professionals and rights management experts looking to move more specifically into the media and entertainment industry, the courses will also provide valuable insights for producers, filmmakers and writers; publishers, broadcasters and distributors; and performers wanting a clearer understanding of the legal side of their roles.
Professional excellence in facilities, health and safety management requires mastery of complex regulations, strategic planning capabilities, and practical implementation skills across diverse workplace scenarios. IPI Academy's training portfolio develops the comprehensive expertise professionals need to manage risk effectively, ensure compliance, and create resilient operational environments.
Effective leadership in life sciences requires unique skills to navigate complex regulatory environments whilst driving innovation and managing diverse teams. Our comprehensive leadership and management programmes equip professionals with the strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and practical tools essential for success in this demanding industry.
Effective commercial management drives organisational success by optimising contract performance, mitigating risks, and building strategic partnerships that deliver sustainable value. Our comprehensive training portfolio equips professionals with essential skills in contract administration, negotiation, legal compliance, and supply chain management to excel in today's competitive business environment.
The biopharmaceutical industry represents one of the fastest-growing and most innovative sectors in healthcare, where cutting-edge science meets life-saving treatments. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge spanning biotechnology fundamentals, regulatory compliance, manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies like CRISPR and nanoparticles.
The ability to lead effectively, think strategically and negotiate successfully distinguishes exceptional legal professionals from their peers. These critical competencies enable practitioners to manage complex stakeholder relationships, drive business outcomes and position themselves as indispensable strategic advisors within their organisations.
Medical technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driven by digitalisation, artificial intelligence, and sustainability imperatives that are reshaping healthcare delivery. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with the critical knowledge needed to navigate regulatory compliance, emerging technologies, and innovative manufacturing processes that define modern medical device development.
The cosmetics industry operates within a complex regulatory landscape that demands rigorous safety monitoring and compliance expertise. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with essential knowledge in cosmetovigilance, regulatory requirements, and safety standards to ensure market success and consumer protection.
Corporate strategy forms the backbone of successful organisations, determining how businesses navigate complexity, create value, and maintain competitive advantage in an ever-evolving marketplace. Our comprehensive corporate strategy programmes equip leaders with essential frameworks for governance, risk management, compliance, and strategic decision-making across all organisational levels.
As energy markets evolve rapidly towards sustainability targets, legal professionals need cutting-edge expertise in contract structuring and regulatory frameworks. Our energy law courses provide practical skills in drafting, negotiation, and compliance across traditional and renewable energy sectors.
The ability to communicate with impact and present with confidence has never been more critical in our interconnected business world. Our comprehensive programmes combine time-tested principles with contemporary techniques, developing professionals' capacity to engage diverse audiences, deliver compelling messages, and achieve their communication objectives.
Successful project management requires mastery of both technical methodologies and interpersonal leadership skills to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and competing demands. Our comprehensive training portfolio addresses the full spectrum of project management competencies, from foundational techniques through advanced stakeholder management strategies.
In today's dynamic workplace, exceptional management requires mastery of both traditional leadership principles and contemporary challenges such as remote team dynamics, employee wellbeing, and organisational resilience. Our expertly designed training programmes provide practical, evidence-based approaches to developing the complete skill set modern managers need to lead effectively and drive sustainable business success.
Reinsurance remains the cornerstone of global insurance stability, enabling insurers to manage risk exposure whilst maintaining competitive market positions. Mastering reinsurance principles, from fundamental industry mechanics to advanced contract management and claims resolution, is essential for insurance professionals seeking to drive strategic business decisions.
Strong financial management capabilities distinguish exceptional leaders from their peers, driving both personal career advancement and organisational prosperity. IPI Academy delivers practical training in financial analysis, credit control, and commercial strategy tailored for professionals across diverse industries.
Success in telecommunications requires more than technical knowledge - it demands a deep understanding of business strategy, market dynamics, and emerging technologies. Our specialised training programmes provide the comprehensive skill set that high-performing telecoms professionals need to thrive.
Mastering the art of sales and marketing is fundamental to driving sustainable business growth and competitive advantage in today's dynamic marketplace. Our comprehensive training programmes equip professionals with proven strategies across digital marketing, pricing, customer acquisition, and sales management to transform business performance.
Overall the course was good and I definitely benefitted from it. Very friendly instructor, made everyone feel included as it was a small call! Clearly very knowledgeable about the subject and broke down some of the more complicated topics well.
17 Mar 2026
Drafting Specifications and Scopes of Supply: Strong Legal Foundations Lead to Commercial Success
During the 2 days-training the Clinical Overview and the Clinical Summary were described with a focus on the safety sections, which was exactly what I was looking for. Speaker was attentive to our questions and tried to make the training as interactive as possible. I liked the last part with practical examples.
16 Mar 2026
Clinical Overview and Clinical Summary: Creating Effective Marketing Authorisation Applications
Seamless session. Better understanding into my current negotiation style and how i can change this depending on the potential customer. Very good course.
16 Mar 2026
Strategic Commercial Contract Negotiation: Build Value, Minimise Risk and Strengthen Relationships
I was hoping to receive inputs about the project management world. I have received a lot of inputs and learnt which hot topics I should focus more; I think my expectations were met with this course.
9 Mar 2026
My main objective was to learn about standard or common approaches to manage projects in the pharmaceutical sector, as well as the soft skills that are most relevant to be efficient in the Project manager role. This was accomplished mainly by reviewing the tools that can be used and some comparisons with other sectors. In a way it made me feel I was on the right path as a Project manager because I had already seen most things, and gave me confidence in this sense. I liked the structure, having first technical and then soft skills, as well as the number of exercises in the separate rooms, for all the attendees to get involved and stay engaged. I also asked for more detail in the pre-course questionnaire and that was addressed accordingly by the presenter after the course.
9 Mar 2026
The course was well prepared and the content was useful. Speaker was very clear and made himself understood well - had good experience and talked about cases where he worked, therefore the knowledge was very deep.
4 Mar 2026
I achieved my goal to have a general overview of Orfan Drug. Speaker is passionate about the subject and has been able to share his knowledge and experience in a professional manner. Since this was my first approach to this topic, I [only] suggest to structure programme to provide more basic information for the not expert in this field. Overall I'm really satisfy of the webinar content, its presentation and of course the speaker.
4 Mar 2026
My goal was to get a more complete picture about the ISO standard and I got it.
23 Feb 2026
Prepared, credible, highly professional instructor and enjoyable presentation style. Excellent, keep it up.
23 Feb 2026
Declan O’Rourke has over 20 years’ experience in industry where he has held technical, marketing, product development, clinical development, production and pharmacovigilance roles.
He is a veterinary surgeon, holds a Diploma in Marketing, a Master of Business Administration and a Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. He now directs Ortec PV Consultancy Ireland specialising in pharmacovigilance and represented IFAH-EU in the VICH Working Group on pharmacovigilance.
He is Honorary Associate Professor in Veterinary Pharmaceutical Development at Nottingham Veterinary School and Past President of British Cattle Veterinary Association.
Graeme is Director of PharSafer and has over 30 years’ experience working in the pharmaceutical industry, having started his career at Ashbourne Pharmaceuticals as Head of Drug Safety and Medical Information. Graham has a wealth of experience establishing pharmacovigilance within companies.
I believe that organisations led by emotionally intelligent leaders at all levels, whilst underpinned by a culture of care, can drive engagement. The output from engagement includes improved metrics on safety, wellbeing, quality, productivity, CSR, sustainability, retention, recruitment and reduced organisational risk.
I’m a motivational speaker for organisations such as the Institute of Directors (IoD), Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), British Safety Council (BSC), Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) amongst others. I also speak at company events on leadership and culture.
I have a thorough understanding of risk and change management, essential for ensuring the successful implementation of cultural improvement programmes. The successful implementation of any programme, often hinges on the ability to engage, influence and work with numerous key stakeholders, including senior leadership teams and others.
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“No culture has ever changed without its people.”
Zuzanna Kwade is Software Clinical Evaluation Lead at Dedalus Healthcare. Zuzanna holds a PhD in Biochemistry and has 15 years of experience in clinical and medical research. She is the co-author of several white papers on regulatory aspects of clinical research and clinical evaluation.
Since 2016, she has been actively involved in Clinical Evaluations according to MEDDEV 2.7.1 (Rev.4) for multiple devices, including high risk hardware devices and medical software. She also represented COCIR in the European Union Task Force on clinical evaluation of software and co-authored MDCG2020-1 guidance on clinical evaluation of MDSW.
Timothy May is a partner in the Washington, DC office of Finnegan LLP. He has over 20 years experience in the field of US patent law, with significant experience counselling clients on software patent matters. Tim currently manages the patent portfolios for several European clients in various software, medical device and electrical and mechanical technologies. He regularly speaks on software patent issues. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a Patent Examiner at the US Patent and Trademark Office, where he examined applications involving digital and software technologies. From 2006 to 2011, Tim was located in the firm’s European office and continues to work with many European clients.
Dr Richard Fawcett, Of Counsel, Powell Gilbert
Dr Richard Fawcett is Of Counsel at Powell Gilbert, www.powellgilbert.com, a leading specialist European intellection property law firm. He focuses on IP litigation and advisory work across patents, trade marks, copyright, confidential information and domain name disputes. Richard’s experience includes preliminary injunctions, costs budgeting, damages inquiries following patent disputes, large‑scale disclosure exercises, as well as advising on settlements and mediations.
Before qualifying as a lawyer, Richard trained as an engineer and worked in the microelectronics and software industries. He has also undertaken post‑doctoral research and published scientific papers in nanoscience and physical chemistry. He draws on this strong technical background when advising on complex patent matters, particularly in the IT, microelectronics and telecommunications sectors. Richard has acted in a number of leading UK and UPC cases and is a member of AIPPI, LSLA, Society for Computers and Law, IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology), IEEE, IOP (Institute of Physics) and ACS (American Chemical Society).
Andy Spurr is a patent attorney at Canon Europe, specialising in software related inventions with a particular focus on video encoding and standard essential patents. Before joining Canon, Andy spent 8 years at a private practice IP firm where he worked with numerous software start-ups, advising on how to best leverage their IP to create commercial value.
Alan Boyd is a partner at D Young & Co. Before he joined the patent law profession, he was a software engineer researcher and research assistant. Alan’s main areas of expertise include computer architectures, embedded systems, digital electronics, telecommunications and networks. He is a member of D Young & Co’s electronics, engineering & IT team, and has a great deal of experience in drafting and prosecuting patents for a range of clients. He is also an examiner for the legal paper in the European Qualifying Exams.
Jenny Webster began her role as Monitor of Veterinary Clinical Studies in 2013. Prior to that she was a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) working in clinical practice in the UK. Jenny has actively monitored a range of GCPv studies in companion and food producing animals and is also responsible for study design, protocol preparation and reporting of completed studies. She also acts in the role of Sponsor Representative for pre-clinical studies and is involved with authoring and reviewing clinical study protocols and final study reports.
Eileen Brandenburger, PhD is Head of Intellectual Property and Licensing (European Patent Attorney) at TechBio company Gero AI operating in the longevity drug discovery space. She previously worked in the same capacity at Recursion (formerly Exscientia AI), a NASDAQ listed clinical stage TechBio company, which is accelerating the development of patient centric medicines by encoding, automating and transforming the drug discovery and development process.
Eileen is an experienced legal professional with a track record of building teams and providing advice to businesses and executives in the pharma, tech and life sciences industries. She has specialist expertise in technical and commercial IP including patent and trade secret strategy and contracting at the interface of life sciences and tech.
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