OCTAGON RESEARCH SOLUTIONS VICE PRESIDENT OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS RECOGNIZED BY THE PHARMAVOICE 100
Wayne, PA (September 19, 2005) Octagon Research Solutions, the leader in the electronic transformation of clinical R&D, today announced that Nancy Smerkanich, vice president of regulatory affairs, has been recognized by The PharmaVOICE 100 as one of the most inspiring people in the life sciences industry.
The PharmaVOICE 100 is a list made up of those individuals who PharmaVOICE's readers felt exhibit the greatest influence on corporate leadership, research and development, technology, creativity, marketing, and strategy. These individuals were selected based on the number of nominations submitted by the readers and the write-ups that accompanied these nominations.
"PharmaVOICE, a leading industry magazine expressly written and designed to deliver the views and opinions of executives who shape the direction of the multifaceted pharmaceutical industry, is honored to showcase these individuals who are making a difference," said Taren Grom, editor of PharmaVOICE magazine. The PharmaVOICE 100 was developed to acknowledge the considerable contributions of industry leaders who inspire and motivate and who are impacting the life sciences industry through their actions.The overwhelming response from the readership community is a testament to both their innovative leadership styles and the positive impact they are having on the industry.
Ms. Smerkanich has more than twenty years of experience in regulatory affairs and is well known for conducting volunteer training and education programs within the industry and numerous charitable programs.
"We are very proud of Nancy and are happy to see her recognized for her efforts," noted James Walker, president and CEO, Octagon Research Solutions. "Nancy has played a critical role in Octagon's success and in particular the growth of our regulatory affairs team. The fact that clients and colleagues alike took the time to nominate Nancy is a testament to her dedication to the life sciences arena."
Ms. Smerkanich commented, "I am honored to be selected as one of the PharmaVOICE 100 and to be in such good company. It is great to be recognized for leadership in an area that has offered such a great deal of personal satisfaction. While I am flattered to be a part of the PharmaVOICE 100, I'd like to acknowledge my colleagues at Octagon, our valued customers and partners."
Ms. Smerkanich's profile, as well as those of the other honorees, will appear in the upcoming inaugural issue of The PharmaVOICE 100.
About Octagon Research Solutions, Inc.
Octagon is a leading process-centric solutions provider that offers a suite of regulatory, clinical, process and IT solutions to the life sciences industry. Octagon synchronizes processes and increases automation to reduce island-to-island inefficiencies within the clinical research and development process. We leverage the power of electronic submissions through cross-functional eSub expertise, a holistic process approach, deep domain knowledge and integrated solutions. Octagon is headquartered in Wayne, PA, with offices in Boston, MA, Costa Mesa, CA and European headquarters in Amersham, UK. For more information please visit www.octagonresearch.com.
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