Agenda

Registration Desk Open

Welcome! Check in at the SCRS registration desk to receive your name tag, schedule, and other important details to kick off your Summit journey.

Welcome & Opening

Welcome to the SCRS Site Solutions Summit! We are thrilled to have you join us for this event designed to empower industry collaboration and site sustainability. Get an exciting preview of what’s in store this year while learning how to navigate the Summit effectively and maximize your experience.

Speakers

Jimmy Bechtel

Site Landscape: Benchmark Your Site

Gain insight into trends and metrics to position sites for success. Current survey data on site finances, staffing, decentralized technology and diverse enrollment will be discussed by a panel of industry leaders. Use the information shared during this solution-focused discussion to make an impactful change at your organization.

Speakers

Jimmy Bechtel

David Vulcano

Winning Together: Positioning AUS/NZ for Global Trial Success

Explore how Australia and New Zealand can stand out as premier destinations for global clinical trials. This session will dive into strategies for collaboration between sites, sponsors, and CROs to showcase the region’s strengths, attract large trials, and implement high-velocity studies effectively. Join us to discuss how to pitch AUS/NZ’s unique advantages, foster stronger partnerships, and secure a competitive edge in the global research landscape.

Pharmacy’s Role in Site Success

As clinical trials become increasingly complex, early involvement of pharmacy teams in the study set-up process is essential to avoid delays and streamline operations. This session will explore how pharmacy input during the preparation phase and site selection can significantly impact study timelines, ensuring readiness and compliance. Learn best practices for engaging pharmacy teams early and optimizing collaboration between sites, sponsors, and CROs.

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

Recharge with a fresh cup of coffee and connect with peers during this morning break. Share ideas, discuss key takeaways from sessions, and start building meaningful connections to make the most of your event experience.

Clinical Connections Lunch & Site Symposium

Lunch is served! Enjoy a delicious meal while taking advantage of this opportunity to connect with fellow attendees. This is your time to recharge and engage in meaningful conversations with industry peers, share insights, and build valuable relationships.

Networking Break Exhibit Hall

Step into the Exhibit Hall and connect with top industry vendors showcasing cutting-edge solutions and services. Now’s your chance to learn about the latest advancements and find new ways to optimize your clinical trial operations.

The Patient Voice Plenary

Patient Plenary information TBA.

Building Bridges: Inclusive Clinical Trials Across Cultures

This plenary session explores how to break cultural and language barriers to create truly inclusive clinical trials. Hear real-world challenges, share strategies, and gain actionable insights to make trials more diverse, equitable, and accessible. Let’s reimagine clinical research where inclusivity is the standard.

Site Appreciation Reception

Celebrate industry collaboration in true SCRS fashion! Join your fellow Summit attendees to celebrate site-industry partnerships.

Registration Open

Visit the registration desk to pick up your personalized name tag and all the essential details you’ll need to make the most of your Summit experience!

Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

There’s no better way to start your Summit off than drinks, food and networking with fellow attendees. Explore a variety of innovative solutions, services, and resources from our industry-leading exhibitors.

Site Readiness for Regulatory Updates For 2025

Stay ahead of the curve with a deep dive into the key regulatory updates impacting clinical research sites in 2025. This session will break down the latest changes to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) ICH-E6 and other critical regulations, including evolving guidance on mRNA and GMO-based therapies. Gain actionable insights to ensure your site remains compliant and operationally prepared for the future.

Site Spark Award Presentations

Site Spark Award finalists will showcase their new and exciting ways to operationalize trials. Hear inspiring case studies and programs by forward-thinking sites that have developed unique recruitment methods, championed the use of new technology, or excelled in inclusive business practices.

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

It’s time to meet with colleagues, sponsors and exhibitors while enjoying light bites. Continue conversations, share insights, and foster connections with like-minded professionals.

Lunch

Take a moment to refuel with a delicious meal and engage in conversations with peers as you prepare for the next round of sessions.

Networking Break in Exhibit Hall

Have you connected with everyone you were hoping to meet? Utilize the final networking break of the day to continue important conversations with exhibitors and attendees.

Partnerships To Enhance Efficiency & Value​

Explore how effective collaborations between sites, sponsors, and CROs can lead to time and cost savings. The discussion will also address common challenges, such as the ongoing need for justifications and the perceived lack of efficiency despite strong partnerships. Attendees will gain practical strategies for making these relationships truly efficient and will learn how transparency and shared goals can lead to better outcomes for all collaborators in clinical research.

Insight Illumination: Summit Takeaways

Let’s revisit the crucial discussion points and action items that have shaped our Summit experience! SCRS will highlight pivotal moments from sessions and conversations, providing you with valuable insights as you return to your work with renewed energy and focus.

Speakers

David Vulcano

Closing & Site Spark Recipient Announcement

Don’t forget to catch the announcement of the Site Spark Award recipient and stay tuned for closing thoughts from SCRS.

Speakers

Jimmy Bechtel