ISPE Boston – Serving all of New England

About ISPE Boston

Founded in 1992, the ISPE Boston Area Chapter is the largest and most active Chapter of ISPE, an international organization whose mission is to deliver technical and operational solutions to support pharma and bio-pharma professionals across the globe. The Boston Area Chapter has grown hand in hand with the region’s pharma and biopharma industries and now provides educational, career development and networking opportunities to over 1,600 technical professionals across New England.

Upcoming Events

May 2025

May 19 Mon

11:00 am – 6:00 pm: ISPE Spring Golf Tournament
Renaissance Golf Club, 377 Kenoza Street, Haverhill, MA 01830

This event is sold out. If you would like to be put on a waiting list, please email the us at office@ispeboston.org.

LOCATION:
Renaissance Golf Club
377 Kenoza Street, Haverhill, MA 01830

SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM – 10:45 PM Registration and Buffet Lunch
11:00 AM -Shotgun Start – Scramble Format
5:30 PM: Buffet Dinner

Please contact the office at (781) 647-4773 if you have any questions about this event.

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June 2025

Jun 4 Wed

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Demystifying Generative AI

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Smart Labs
40 Guest Street
Boston, MA 02135

PROGRAM SUMMARY:
AI has been around for decades, but only recently has it come into fashion—come see what’s trending! This session covers AI’s history, types, and must-know generative AI tools. Learn how to use AI safely, including regulations, industry standards and best practices. Experience live demos and interactive exercises that make AI feel as effortless as picking the perfect pair of shoes. Join speaker Julie Caccam…

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Jun 7 Sat

8:00 am – 5:00 pm: Boston Dragon Boat Festival 2025 Paddle Team
John W. Weeks Bridge, Cambridge, MA 02163

All paddler spots are taken but spectators are free to join us and cheer on the team and to enjoy the festival!

Click here for the spectator RVSP link:
https://www.ispeboston.org/events/?eventID=1438

Saturday, June 7, 2025
Sunday, June 8, 2025

8:00AM—3:00 PM
John W. Weeks Bridge, Cambridge, MA 02163

Join Us for the 2025 Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival!

The Ethnocultural, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Group is gearing up for our third year at
the Annual Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Fest…

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The Best Career Decision You'll Ever Make
Joining the ISPE Boston Area Chapter was a great career decision for me. It introduced me to fantastic members who share the same drive to learn about the industry, to teach others about what they know, and have fun after a long day at work.
Howard Sneider
Lead Process/Project Engineer, Nitto Denko Avecia Inc.
ISPE has had a lasting impact on me. Of course, I have learned a great deal about the pharmaceutical world—but most importantly I have made many friends.
Doyle Johnson
Principal, Science & Technology, Stantec
ISPE Boston Area Chapter and PDA New England Chapter individually are vital industry organizations—and when they collaborate they bring forward-thinking programs to the combined membership of both organizations, offering unique opportunities to network, and share industry advancements, trends and best practices.
Laurie Masiello
President, Masy BioServices
I credit meeting many of my career goals to my association with ISPE. I come out of every ISPE event with a renewed sense of purpose after interacting with people working on innovative solutions for the betterment of humanity. And I always look forward to the next event where I can exchange ideas about the latest happenings in the pharma industry.
Samir Gondalia
Director, CQV, DPS
It's not who you know, it's who knows you—join ISPE and get known!
Andre Walker
Principal, Andre Walker Consulting
Surrounding ourselves with “the best of the best” resources is paramount to achieving predictable outcomes. ISPE is the conduit to access great resources...SMEs, vendors, subcontractors, educational knowledge, plus it’s fun!
Kevin M. Chronley
VP Strategic Business Planning & Development, A-Z Corp
The ISPE Boston Area Chapter has been my very best resource for industry-leading information and guidelines for well over 15 years. Monthly presentations have been terrific, with great networking opportunities!
Pete Fox
Director, Automation Services, E2i Automation
Connections, Resources and Information Galore! Everyone I’ve ever met through ISPE is willing to share what they know and who they know—friendliest bunch of life science nerds you’ll ever meet in New England! If you aren’t involved with ISPE Boston and you want a career in life sciences, you need to be here!
Caren Jenkins
Business Development Coordinator, CRB
I have been an active volunteer since 2001. When I moved to Ireland on assignment, I was invited to participate in European-based ISPE groups. Having a 'built in' ISPE network helped my transition to a new country. ISPE has given me lifelong friends and an amazing professional network.
Paige Kane
Director - Knowledge Management, Merck

Benefits of Membership

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Career Building
ISPE offers its members a multitude of opportunities for career advancement through professional workshops, online job postings, and in-person networking. Learn more.

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Knowledge Sharing

As an ISPE member you will stay up to speed on industry news, hear from local experts, and share information with an expansive network of your peers. Learn more.

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Professional Networking
With over 1700 active members, ISPE offers you the chance to connect with peers, vendors and visionaries via numerous online and offline events and forums. Learn more.

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Social Connections
Spend time with like-minded individuals in a variety of casual, fun settings—from professional sporting events, to casual sporting and hobby events, to seasonal and holiday socials. Learn more.

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