Welcome to Fierce Pharma Week 2025
This September in Philadelphia, the brightest minds in marketing, commercialization, medical affairs, and PR & communications are coming together for one unmissable week of insight, innovation, and industry-shaping strategy.
Get inspired. Get connected. Get Fierce.
Fierce Pharma Week by the numbers
A Fierce Conversation with James Van Der Beek
Taking the stage at Fierce Pharma Week, James Van Der Beek delivers a keynote that’s raw, real, and unforgettable.
Known for standout roles in Dawson’s Creek, Varsity Blues, Pose, and more, James brings a powerful perspective on purpose, reinvention, and resilience. Through candid storytelling, he’ll share personal lessons from life in the spotlight, health challenges, and finding strength through vulnerability, family, and community.
Get ready. Get inspired. Get Fierce.
More Than an Event—It’s a Fierce Experience
Big Ideas. Bigger Impact.
Our keynote speakers don’t just follow industry change—they lead it. Don’t miss their unfiltered insights and future-facing visions.
Keynote Speakers
Agenda at a Glance
MON
Sep 8
Registration
12:00pm-5:00pm
Rising Stars Workshop
2:00pm-5:00pm
Marketing Workshops
2:00pm-5:15pm
Energizer Break
3:30pm-3:45pm
TUE
Sep 9
Registration & Networking Breakfast
7:00am- 6:00pm
Exhibition Hall
7:30am- 6:00pm
General Sessions & Spotlight Stage Presentations
8:30am- 6:00pm
Networking Lunch
12:45pm-1:45pm
Networking Reception
6:00pm-7:00pm
WED
Sep 10
Registration & Networking Breakfast
7:30am- 6:00pm
Exhibition Hall
7:30am- 6:00pm
Track Sessions & Spotlight Stage Presentations
9:00am- 5:00pm
Networking Lunch
12:30pm-1:30pm
Networking Reception
5:00pm-6:00pm
Fierce Pharma Marketing Awards
7:00pm-10:00pm
THU
Sep 11
Registration & Networking Breakfast
7:30am- 6:00pm
Exhibition Hall
7:30am- 1:45pm
General Sessions or Medical Affairs Workshops
8:30am-1:45pm
Networking Lunch
12:45pm-1:45pm
Conference Concludes
1:45pm
Your Journey Starts Here: Rising Stars 2025
This year, the Rising Stars program has been thoughtfully expanded to better support early-career professionals across marketing, commercial, PR & communications, and medical affairs.
With fresh content and new opportunities, this experience offers:
A solid foundation in each core discipline
Exposure to the full commercial and medical ecosystem
Insight into how cross-functional collaboration drives innovation
A strong sense of community and mentorship from industry leaders
Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow your career in new directions, Rising Stars is your launchpad for lasting impact.
Winners Announced: September 10 | National Constitution Center
Interested in Sponsoring?
Fierce Pharma Week is where the most influential minds in life sciences come together to shape the future of pharma.
As a sponsor, you’ll be at the heart of it all—connecting with decision-makers, showcasing your solutions, and aligning your brand with the industry's boldest conversations. Ready to make an impact?