PDA Southern California Chapter

Calling all SoCal life sciences industry professionals!! When: Thursday, Nov. 7th, 6:00-8:00pm What: PDA Southern California Chapter will be holding our annual Student Chapter Poster Competition in support of our Keck Graduate Institute Student Chapter members for the 2024-2025 academic year! Where: 517 Watson Drive, Claremont, CA Who: Well YOU, of course!! Every year, the KGI graduate students present posters based on their internships within Life Sciences. The SoCal PDA board chooses semi-finalists and then the chapter at large and industry professionals (YOU!) vote on a winner that will be sent to the PDA - Parenteral Drug Association Annual Meeting to present their poster - being held right in our backyard in Palm Springs in April, 2025! This is an amazing opportunity for a student to continue their life sciences education, network with industry leaders, and start their journey both within the larger PDA community and in industry as a whole. I hope you can attend to help support the future of our industry!!! Send questions and RSVPs to Stephanie Kurtz at skurtz@sqaservices.com or Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA at jason.kerr@modernatx.com

Join the KGI-PDA Mentorship Program as a Mentor! 🚨 Are you an experienced professional in the industry? Do you have a passion for guiding the next generation of leaders? The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) SoCal Student Chapter at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is seeking mentors for our dynamic Mentorship Program! As a mentor, you'll have the opportunity to: - Share your expertise and insights with aspiring professionals. - Build meaningful relationships within the industry. - Contribute to the growth and development of the next generation. - Expand your own network and continue your professional development. Apply today to become a mentor and make a lasting impact! KGI-PDA Mentor Interest Form (2024-2025): https://lnkd.in/ge75-UJv Join us in fostering innovation and excellence. Your experience can pave the way for future breakthroughs! Feel free to contact us at pda@kgi.edu or skurtz@sqaservices.com for any questions or concerns!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!! 📅 When: Thursday, Nov. 7th, 6:00-8:00pm What: PDA Southern California Chapter will be holding our annual Student Chapter Poster Competition in support of our Keck Graduate Institute Student Chapter members for the 2024-2025 academic year! Where: 517 Watson Drive, Claremont, CA Who: Well YOU, of course!! Every year, the KGI graduate students present posters based on their internships within Life Sciences. The SoCal PDA board chooses semi-finalists and then the chapter at large and industry professionals (YOU!) vote on a winner that will be sent to the PDA - Parenteral Drug Association Annual Meeting to present their poster - being held right in our backyard in Palm Springs in April, 2025! This is an amazing opportunity for a student to continue their life sciences education, network with industry leaders, and start their journey both within the larger PDA community and in industry as a whole. I hope you can attend to help support the future of our industry!!! Send questions and RSVPs to Stephanie Kurtz at skurtz@sqaservices.com or Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA at jason.kerr@modernatx.com

PDA Southern California Chapter Invites You to Brews & Breakthroughs! Kick Off Your PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices Conference Experience with Craft & Connections   Get ready for an electrifying evening as we launch the PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices Conference in Phoenix, AZ with a vibrant social mixer you can't miss. Mingle with influential industry leaders in a laid-back and enjoyable setting. And the best part? This event is FREE for all attendees, courtesy of our generous sponsor, Innerspace - The Simulator Company.   Date: Monday, 21 October 2024 Time: 17:00-20:00 Location: Huss Brewing Company at the Phoenix Convention Center – West Building Address: 225 E. Monroe St.   We're thrilled to welcome you and can't wait for you to connect with PDA’s Southern California Chapter. #LifeSciences #PrefilledSyringe #GMP #Cleanroom #Mixer #Biopharma #Biotech #Arizona #California

🔍 Looking for Mentors!! 🤝 Are you a PDA - Parenteral Drug Association member and an experienced professional in the life sciences industry? Do you have a passion for guiding the next generation of leaders? The PDA SoCal Student Chapter at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is seeking mentors for our dynamic Mentorship Program! As a mentor, you'll have the opportunity to: - Share your expertise and insights with aspiring professionals - Build meaningful relationships within the industry - Contribute to the growth and development of the next generation - Expand your own network and continue your professional development Apply today to become a mentor and make a lasting impact! Join us in fostering innovation and excellence. Your experience can pave the way for future breakthroughs! Please contact us at pda@kgi.edu, Stephanie Kurtz, or Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA if you are interested or have any questions . KGI-PDA Mentor Interest Form (2024-2025): https://lnkd.in/ge75-UJv

Today is the day!! We're hosting an event on Quality Management Maturity at Lake Lindero Golf Course. Doors open at 3 pm, and talks will begin at 4 pm! Food and drinks will be provided. If you haven't already, get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gzPbNZgi Thank you to our speakers! Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA from Moderna Binh Nguyen from the Wynngate Corp Sachiko Yamasaki from Veeva Systems Darryl Hayse from Amgen #PDA #quality #FDA #QualityCulture #Biotech #Pharma #event

Going to PDA - Parenteral Drug Association Prefilled Conference in #Phoenix later this month? Or if you’re a PDA member in Phoenix, or maybe you’re not a member yet, This free networking mixer at Huss Brewing Company (at the Phoenix Convention Center & Venues) is a great way to spend your evening. Starting at 5:00PM, on October 21st, the Southern California Chapter of the PDA would like to welcome you to Arizona with a free #networking mixer sponsored by Innerspace - The Simulator Company. #LifeSciences #PrefilledSyringe #GMP #Cleanroom #Mixer #Biopharma #Biotech #Arizona #California

To my Northern LA and Ventura contacts, I hope you can join the PDA Southern California Chapter event this Thursday, October 3rd. Registration begins at 3:30pm. Sessions and Speakers: Session 1: Foundational Background of QMM, Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA, Sr. Manager, Moderna Session 2 : Assessing and Rating Quality Systems to Achieve Management Maturity, Binh Nguyen, President, Wynngate Corp (Former – FDA) Session 3: Leveraging Technology to Mature Your Quality Management, Sachiko Yamasaki, Director, Veeva Systems Session 4: Achieving Reliable Patient Supply through QMM, Darryl H Hayse, Director, Amgen Inc. #Quality #LifeScience #Pha #SoCal #PDA #GreaterLA #QMM #GMP

Speakers are Darryl Hayse, Amgen Sachiko Yamasaki Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA Binh Nguyen

This week on Thursday (10/3) we're hosting an event on Quality Management Maturity near Thousand Oaks! We have industry experts coming to talk about the different aspects of QMM within life sciences. The event will be hosted at Lake Lindero Golf Course with dinner and drinks provided. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gnfieUJE - $50 for PDA Memebers - $75 for Non-Members