Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2000
Improving Patient Compliance Through User-Friendly Packaging and Labeling

By Frank J. Tiano, R.Ph
-Sponsored by David Mayron-

MEET THE SPEAKER:
Mr. Tiano is the Vice President and General Manager of PCI SERVICES, a Cardinal Health Company. As such, he is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and directing the activities associated with the preparation, packaging, labeling and distribution of all clinical studies being handled by PCI Clinical Services.

Prior to joining PCI in July 1998, Mr. Tiano directed the Clinical Supply functions at McNeil Consumer Products (1989-1998) handling OTC products and Rx to OTC switches. At SmithKline Beecham (1979-1989), he handled all Phase I through Phase IV studies for NDA products.

His pharmaceutical career spans over 35 years. Mr. Tiano received his BS in Pharmacy and Science from Temple University with post-graduate training at the University of Wisconsin and Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. He has also received a Certificate in Business Administration from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the Boston University, School of Management.

Frank has authored and published many articles and presented many workshops and seminars. He is a member of several pharmaceutical associations.

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Tuesday, October 17, 2000
Pricing Your Consulting and Employment Services

By William H. Bostard

MEET THE SPEAKER:
William Bostard is a self-employed consultant who has held challenging positions with prominent firms in the investment management, financial services and healthcare industry.

He specializes in helping people into the many forms of self-employment: Starting an independent or franchised business, buying an already operating franchised or independent business, or starting or improving an existing consulting practice. Bill has helped thousands of people with workshops, seminars, and one-on-one consulting on the various aspects of self-employment.

He is an expert on small business and startup financing. He has written guides to consulting, franchising, or buying a business. During his presentation, Bill will answer such questions as:

•	What are the primary pricing methods?
•	What's the relationship between cost and price?
•	How much should I charge?
•	Should prices vary from different clients?
•	Should prices be negotiable?

Along with answers to these FAQ's, he will also answer your specific pricing questions and any other questions on other aspects of running a consulting business. Bill has a Bachelors Degree in Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a Masters Degree in Finance from Temple University. He resides in Rosemont with his wife.

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Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2000
Pharmaceutical Heritage
Its People, Products, Profits, & Panaceas

By Robert C. Smith, Jr.

MEET THE SPEAKER:
One of our own PCCI Vice Presidents, Bob Smith, volunteered for a third time as our featured speaker.

His presentation on "Pharmaceutical Heritage" will touch on: Heroes, entrepreneurs, inventors, champions, and unsung heroes in the industry. He'll talk about the various corporations, corporate development, and offer vignettes of famous "firsts" and famous "seconds." And finally, Bob with give you what he calls "The Future History of the Pharmaceutical Industry."

As you may recall, Bob is now the Director of Editorial Research for Dorland's Biomedical "Medical & Healthcare Marketplace Guide." As such, he has a wealth of knowledge about the pharmaceutical industry. Once again, he has graciously volunteered to share it with us.

Prior to his service with Dorland's, Bob was the Associate Director of Strategy Development & Corporate Intelligence at SmithKline Beecham. During his 22 years of service to SB, Bob also held various positions in R&D and Marketing Research. He started in the industry in 1964 at Wyeth Laboratories as a Medicinal Chemist.

Bob holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Loyola and, from Temple University, an M.A. in Medicinal Chemistry and an M.B.A. in Finance. He is currently a lecturer at the Cornell University Graduate School of Business.

This promises to be a fascinating presentation. Knowing Bob, he's put a lot of time and effort into the preparation. Let's all turn out to show our support as well as learn some little known facts about our chosen industry.

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Tuesday, May 16, 2000
"The DOW DIVAS"
An Investment Club Case Study

Speaker: Sheila Buerkle, MBA
Sponsored by Clarke Glennon

MEET THE SPEAKER:
PCCI member, Sheila Buerkle, has volunteered to share her knowledge and experiences in organizing and operating an investment club for fun and profit. The "Dow Divas" are twelve market-wise women from the Main Line area who meet monthly with a hobby of trying to outguess the market.

Her club is a member of the National Association of Investors Corporation. NAIC's website cam be reviewed on:

www.better-investing.org

Sheila's presentation will be based on the book

Starting and Running a Profitable Investment Club
by Thomas E. O'Hara and Kenneth S. Janke, Sr.

They're the two who taught the famous (or infamous) "Beardstown Ladies.

"A recent "graduate" of Wyeth Labs, Sheila is a pharmaceutical specialist in Sales Administration and Analysis. She holds an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Temple University and is currently doing consulting in her field of expertise. Even if you're not interested in forming or joining an investment club, you should find her presentation both informative and interesting. In short, it's about making money and, at the same time, having fun!Your time on Tuesday night will be "well invested!"

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Tuesday, April 18, 2000
"GMPWorks"
A New Learning Key Game

Speaker: Susan Morris

MEET THE SPEAKER:
Our own PCCI member Susan Morris will be returning for a third time as our featured speaker. As you may recall, Susan heads The Learning Key's division for training and development. She has more than twenty years experience in the healthcare market and has worked with numerous global project teams to enhance the performance of middle and senior managers. Susan holds a Masters in Education from Temple University.

This month, she will be introducing us to her brand new game, "GMPWorks." Like her "PHARM GAME", this is a board game played in teams to reinforce classroom training in Good Manufacturing Practices. The first team to "Ship the Product" wins.

If playing it is only half the fun produced when we played the "PHARM GAME", the evening will be more than worthwhile.

We thank Susan for once again volunteering and look forward to another Fun-Filled evening.

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Tuesday, March 21, 2000
"www.rxpcci.com"

Speakers: Ron Thomas & Tom Thompson
Sponsored by: Volunteered...that's the Spirit!

MEET THE SPEAKERS:
We are fortunate to have two members, Ron Thomas and Tom Thompson, speak on their efforts to get our PCCI web site up and running. They've been successful and will be telling us how it can benefit not only our group, but individual members as well.Ron is a former Director of International Taxation for SmithKline & French Labs. He has a wide public and corporate accounting background. In addition to his accounting activities, Ron has acquired an expertise in computers and has his own Web site. Ron has a B.S. in Accounting from Drexel University and is a member of the American, New York, and Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accounting.

Tom is another former SmithKliner. During his 26 year career, Tom specialized in electronic media. As such, he edited and produced the weekly SB TV News, launched the daily telephone news, and finally, launched the SmithKline Beecham corporate Web site, www.sb.com. In his "retirement," Tom formed TAT Communication, Inc. to consult on and produce communication projects using Web technologies including video, audio, and writing.

We are fortunate to have Ron and Tom as members who will contribute their time and talents for the betterment of PCCI. While they'll be telling you about our Web site, they'll also want to hear your comments and suggestions for making it most useful to our group.

February Attendance

At our February meeting we had twenty-six members and one guests in attendance, our speaker, L. Stockton Illowy, CLU. Stock gave a fine presentation on Long-term Care. In a note to me, he said, Thank you for having me as a guest speaker. I greatly enjoyed the occassion. Not only was the location very interesting -- a hidden gem -- but who would have thought that that little spot would serve such a nice meal. Your associates are a very interesting group. I learned a number of things from them and hope that I will be able to work with a few of them. Many thanks for a delightful evening."

Welcome New Members:

While she joined at our last meeting, we want to formally welcome Sheila Buerkle, formerly of Wyeth Labs. Shelia's area of expertise is in sales and compensation.

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May, 1999
PCCI 10th Anniversary

Pharmaceutical Consulting Consortium International, Inc.
Celebrated its 10th Anniversary

In recognition of ten years of networking and socializing, the membership celebrated this milestone at their regular meeting place, the 23rd Street Cafe in downtown Philadelphia.

Pictured above are some of the original founding members being recognized by Dick Dresher, former President of the group.

All original members were formerly with Smith Kline & French Laboratories. The group has, for the past seven years, welcomed new members from throughout the pharmaceutical industry. A wide variety of companies, along with a wide variety of specialties, are now represented.

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