About the event
Eminence Business Media is proud to announce the 9th Annual Pharma Project & Portfolio Management.
To the most demanding and accountability-driven teams of the Pharma Industry, an event awaits you! The success of the previous 8 editions of Pharma Project & Portfolio Management tempts Eminence Business Media to, once again, proudly announce the 9th Annual Pharma Project & Portfolio Management. It is the perfect one-stop destination to learn everything from dealing with the day-to-day complexities to developing a futuristic vision within the Industry.
True to its essence and intention, this year's program has been designed in the most creative sought- after method that collates and captures the most relevant and essential discussion areas to promote conversations based on provocative thinking. The sessions have been planned to cater to and solve the existing head challenges by addressing the current skill gap and lack of competitors' knowledge and analysing the pharma trends about IP and finance.
The forum comprises expertise-based creative sessions, live-case studies, dedicated Q&A rounds, hands-on soft skill learnings, and peer-led networking. Top-level management and pharma experts from project and portfolio management teams will share their insights and present solutions and strategies that help individuals meet their organisational goals.
Join us at the 9th Annual Pharma Project & Portfolio Management and witness the most intriguing and niche topic discussions with the most unique problem-solving perspectives.
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
This year's program has been meticulously crafted to encourage thought-provoking discussions, addressing current challenges such as skill gaps, competitive knowledge deficiencies, IP trends, and the evolving landscape of project management. The event will feature expert-led creative sessions, real-world case studies, interactive Q&A sessions, practical soft skill development, and networking opportunities.
THEME OF SUMMIT
With the theme of "Tells & Tales," this year's edition offers a unique blend of sessions, experiences, and personal stories. Attendees will gain insights from speakers who share their challenges and triumphs, providing inspiration for personal growth. This immersive approach ensures a promising learning and development experience beyond traditional conferences.
JOIN US?
Secure your spot at the 9th Annual Pharma Project & Portfolio Management to experience genuine learning and problem-solving. Your participation will not only foster your personal growth but also play a pivotal role in driving your company's success."
Why Attend?
Benefits of Attending
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Be a part of the one-of-a-kind Pharma Auction and learn concepts with real-time competition.
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Learn Technical and Soft Skills by the application of Game Theory.
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Solve Live-case studies and form practical solutions and frameworks.
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Discuss and resolve queries with the dedicated Q&A session after every session.
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Benefit from the 6-month support of continuous learning.
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Carefully designed interactive and creative sessions to enhance holistic learning.
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Multiple Networking Sessions.
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Rejuvenating activities to enhance the learning potential.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
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Gain insight into intellectual property rights and portfolio challenges within the pharma industry.
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Address technical questions and enhance soft skills through creatively structured sessions.
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Explore project management concepts and tackle methodological dilemmas.
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Learn from the experts and solve doubts through panel discussions at the end of each day.
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Participate in dedicated Q&A sessions to discuss and resolve queries after each session.
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Access six months of continuous learning support.
Who should attend
Designations
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Managing Directors
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Presidents
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Sr. Vice Presidents
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AVPs
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GMs
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Mid Level Management
Departments
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Project Management
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Portfolio Management
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Business Strategy & Development
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Program Management
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R&D Teams
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Legal & IP
15+ Speakers
150+ Delegates
Interactive Panel Discussions
Case Studies & Live Examples
Guided Networking Opportunities
Project & Portfolio Management Tool Kits
PRICING
Standard Pricing
Speakers
John Robert
Co-FounderMoonshot Systems
John Robert
Co-FounderMoonshot Systems
John Robert is a passionate advocate for project leadership, bringing over two decades of diverse experience in project management, engineering, and operations.
With a career that spans leadership roles in renowned pharmaceutical companies, John has cultivated a deep understanding of delivering results in both large-scale
infrastructure projects and complex research programs.
As the Co-Founder of Moonshot Systems, John is on a mission to revolutionize pragmatic project management and leadership development. His vision is to empower organizations
and individuals with tools, strategies, and skills to drive success in every project they undertake.
Before founding Moonshot Systems, John served as Vice President at Dr. Reddy’s Lab, Sun Pharma, Jubilant, Hospira, and Shasun, where he led high-impact initiatives.
A chemical engineer and MBA by education, John is also an accomplished author, having penned insightful books on project management and leadership:
1. Spiral Staircase Project Management: A Framework to Succeed Complex-Cognitive Projects
2. Projects @ Relay Race: Deliver projects faster than you ever imagined
3. Leadership Journey of a Project Manager
4. Corporate Gladiator’s Handbook of Project Management
5. 2-Minute Stories - Business Parables for Managers and Leaders
In 2023, John was recognized as one of the Top 10 PMO Leaders by the prestigious PM Global Awards. His unwavering commitment to advancing project management excellence and
leadership principles has solidified his reputation as a trusted advisor and a respected thought leader in the industry.
Mike Teiler
Principal ConsultantTeiler Group
Mike Teiler
Principal ConsultantTeiler Group
Mike’s career spans nearly 35 years in the pharma industry specializing in all aspects of portfolio management, new product introduction and project management. He received his training in Pharmacy at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he earned his B. Pharm degree. He defines himself as an organizational integrator and seasoned consultant with broad experience in dynamic global environments. He served at Teva Pharmaceuticals for 24 years in increasingly senior positions in Generic R&D and Portfolio Management, where he led the Portfolio Management team for Teva Europe, and finally reached the position of Vice President Generic R&D for the Teva International Group. After leaving Teva he joined Taro Pharmaceuticals (a Sun Pharma company) as Group Vice President, Portfolio Management where he created this role and established processes for candidate selection, R&D project management, and global launch management. In addition, he was responsible for the project management of Sun Pharma’s R&D, where he was responsible for creating the Project Management function, introducing Critical Chain Project Management and led the implementation effort. Since leaving Taro in 2017, he has been working as a consultant, providing strategic portfolio management guidance to generic pharma and API companies as well as strategic biotech consulting and guidance to numerous startups in the pharma, device, cosmetics, and supplement space.
Dr. Laila Fatima
Associate Director- Non Drug ProgramNovartis
Dr. Laila Fatima
Associate Director- Non Drug ProgramNovartis
Laila brings over 18 years of expertise in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, excelling in project management and regulatory strategies. With a proven track record,
she led a diverse portfolio of 60+ projects with varying regulatory requirements across multiple countries, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
She published 7 international and 2 national research papers, earned a Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences from BITS Pilani, India, and hold certifications including
Project Management Professional (PMP), Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Six Sigma, Agile Foundations, Scrum Basics, and Design Thinking.
Her competencies extend beyond project management to encompass strategic and operational leadership, business transformation, regulatory risk assessment and mitigation, vendor and
contract management, stakeholder management, and effective management reporting. She is passionate about driving success in pharmaceutical research and development, and looks
forward to contributing my skills and experience to further your organizational goals.
Saifur Rahman
Senior VP & Head- Project ManagementGlenmark Pharma
Saifur Rahman
Senior VP & Head- Project ManagementGlenmark Pharma
Saifur Rahman is a seasoned pharmaceutical development and project management executive with more than 20 years of leadership across strategic portfolio design,
technology transfer and commercial¬-scale operations. With a track record of delivering complex programmes spanning biologics, generics and specialty modalities,
Saifur stands out for bridging scientific innovation with operational excellence in dynamic global markets.
Beginning his career in R&D, Saifur advanced through leadership roles where he led cross-functional teams in early drug development, manufacturing scale-up and global regulatory submissions.
He has been central in shaping market-entry strategies for molecules in India, Asia-Pacific and emerging markets, enabling organisations to move from pipeline conception to commercial reality.
In his most recent senior role, Saifur was responsible for overseeing a global portfolio of projects and the associated capital-and-resource planning, aligning R&D investment,
manufacturing infrastructure and launch readiness. He championed the adoption of digital project management systems and introduced predictive analytics in decision-making to ensure timelines
were met without compromising quality or compliance.
Recognised for his leadership in integrating portfolio governance with execution discipline, Saifur has been a keynote speaker at multiple industry forums where he shared insights into bridging
strategy and delivery in regulated pharma environments. He holds a master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, and has completed advanced executive education in operations leadership and digital
transformation.
At our 9th Annual Pharma Project & Portfolio Management Conference, Saifur will share his distinctive perspective on how disciplined execution, transparent governance and digital foresight are
enabling pharma organisations to transform portfolios into market-winning platforms. Delegates will benefit from his practical frameworks for alignment of investment, capability and
delivery readiness in the pharma sector.
Sanjay Bhanushali
PartnerHeramb Management Consulting LLP
Sanjay Bhanushali
PartnerHeramb Management Consulting LLP
With over 41 years of experience, Mr. Sanjay Bhanushali is a highly respected veteran and opinion leader in the Indian pharmaceutical industry. Having worked across cross-functional domains in
Cipla & Dr. Reddy’s - two of India’s largest pharmaceutical companies, Sanjay idolizes invaluable knowledge & business acumen.
Pharmacy graduate, from Mumbai University, Sanjay joined Cipla in 1984 as an Apprentice. In a span of about 14 years, Sanjay worked across the functions of Technical Operations, Supply Chain and
Quality Assurance, mastering the art of shop-floor management. He was instrumental in the design & establishing state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, while leading Projects and Engineering.
In 1998, Sanjay joined Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. at Hyderabad. In the 13 years that followed, he assumed multiple roles including Technology transfer and Corporate HR. Sanjay’s next assignment,
at DRL’s UK subsidiary, ushered him into International Business Development. Later, Sanjay went on to lead the functions of Global Alliance Management, Global Portfolio Management, and
Global Business Development.
Sanjay joined Cipla again in 2011 as a part of the Senior Leadership Team. He initially shouldered the responsibility of the Global Commercial Function, outside India and the US, Global Supply Chain
followed by his last role as Chief of Staff, working closely with the Global CEO on Strategic Projects.
Sanjay Superannuated in July 2021, and started his firm Heramb Management Consulting LLP, which provides strategic sourcing solutions to its clients within and outside India. Sanjay also provides
Personal Mentoring as well as Coaching to individuals either as a part of Corporate Program or personal drive by individual professionals. Heramb also provides services in HR domain like Assessment Centers,
Leadership Development Program and Management Development Program.
Award Categories
Project Management Awards- Pharma 2026 celebrates the leaders, teams, and organizations that transform vision into reality through disciplined execution, strategic alignment, and collaborative excellence. These awards honour the individuals and enterprises shaping a future-ready pharmaceutical ecosystem through impactful projects, exceptional leadership, and an unwavering commitment to quality and innovation.
This award acknowledges a leader who has spearheaded a high-impact digital transformation initiative within the pharmaceutical domain. From automation, MES, CDS, paperless labs, AI-driven insights, digital twins, or “golden batch” analytics, the recipient demonstrates visionary thinking backed by disciplined execution. This award celebrates individuals who bridge technology and strategy, enabling sustainable digital adoption, stronger compliance, improved productivity, and future-ready operations.
This award celebrates young, high-potential project managers under the age of 40 who are delivering exceptional results in the pharmaceutical industry. It recognises rising leaders who show strong project discipline, cross-functional collaboration capability, innovative problem solving, and the ability to drive complex initiatives with maturity beyond their years. This award highlights future industry leaders who embody agility, accountability, and a commitment to elevating project excellence.
This award recognises an individual or team that has demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing complex pharmaceutical development programs. It honours those who successfully align cross-functional teams, accelerate development timelines, optimise costs, manage scientific and operational risks, and ensure seamless integration across R&D, clinical, regulatory, CMC, and tech-transfer activities. The award celebrates strategic thinking, structured execution, and the ability to deliver meaningful impact across an entire program lifecycle.
This award recognises a Project Management Office (PMO) that exemplifies strong governance, standardised processes, cross-functional alignment, resource optimisation, and strategic contribution to business outcomes. The winning PMO demonstrates maturity in methodologies, transparent reporting, risk foresight, and continuous learning. It honours organisations where the PMO plays a pivotal role in enabling transformation and ensuring predictable, high-quality project delivery.
This award celebrates the most outstanding pharma project that demonstrates excellence in planning, execution discipline, risk management, stakeholder alignment, and measurable value creation. Whether it is a breakthrough R&D initiative, a manufacturing expansion, or a transformative digital implementation, the winning project reflects strategic clarity combined with flawless execution. It recognises projects that set new benchmarks in efficiency, innovation, quality, and regulatory maturity.
This award honours an organisation that has successfully embedded a strong, disciplined, and future-ready project culture across its functions. It recognises companies that elevate project management from a process to a strategic capability, where teams are empowered, accountability is clear, decision-making is agile, and execution is a shared responsibility. This award highlights organisations that make project discipline part of their DNA through governance frameworks, digital tools, collaboration structures, and continuous learning.
This award recognises an exceptional leader whose strategic clarity, foresight, and execution mindset have significantly elevated project excellence within their organisation or the broader pharmaceutical ecosystem. The recipient is someone who reshapes mindsets, strengthens governance systems, inspires teams, and champions innovative ways of working. This award celebrates a leader who sets new standards in project excellence and influences the industry through exemplary thought leadership and transformational impact.
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