Highlights from ACRP Networking Event in Atlanta
Capturing the essence of the ACRP Networking Event in Atlanta, this collection showcases pictures, comments, and insights shared during the gathering. From insightful discussions on clinical research to networking opportunities and governance transitions within the Atlanta chapter, the event was a hub of knowledge exchange and community engagement. Dive into the event's atmosphere and learn about the evolution of ACRP chapters.
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POST PICTURES AND COMMENTS FROM TONIGHTS EVENT! #ATLBetterThanEverACRP
Kick-off Networking Event, 2020 BETTER THAN EVER!
Heads up! Drop your business card in the container in the back for the raffle! Bathrooms! Trash cans! Grab a flyer to give to the booth attendant to validate your parking! Leave event suggestions in the box! Prize time!
Why Clinical Research? medical research breakthroughs diseases are eradicated
Casandra Merkel Senior Specialist, Membership Engagement ACRP ACRP Representative Casandra s work with the association focuses on the chapters and the online community, so if you ve seen or heard her name before, that may be why. She s been with ACRP since 2017 and has touched almost every part of the organization while there, which allows her to have at least some cursory background in all aspects of it.
Atlanta chapter where we have come from Chapter created 1998 Active until 2016 Goverance issues Inactivity
Atlanta chapterWhere we have come from Chapters 1.0 Separate Independence Corporation, existing under the ACRP tax exempt umbrella. Maintain a separate Board of Directors and are contractually bound to ACRP. Separate Corporate Bank Accounts, funding comes from dues and events Chapter officers handle corporate management, financial, tax, legal, ACRP reporting and programming burdens
Atlanta chapter where we are now Pilot program: Chapters 2.0 - The Chapter is not incorporated with the state. All governance structures will fall under the purview of ACRP National and the Chapter Charter (corporate management, financial, tax, and legal burdens). - Officers are considered ACRP volunteers and supported by ACRP. - Programming balances and budgets are within ACRP budget and kept on internal servers.
Atlanta chapter where we are now, Leadership Membership Engagement Chair: Communication/ Technology Chair: Chapter Lead: Coordinates activities of the Chapter. Responsible for communications and coordination with ACRP Global, as applicable. Education Chair: Prepares all details for educational events (speaker, location, food/beverage, etc). Ensures the Chapter s website is up-to-date and that communications are provided for all Chapter events Engages current membership, recruits new members and encourages engagement with non- members and local research community. Coordinates any Networking events.
Chapter Lead Nikki Hirsh, MS, CCRC Director of Research Programs American Thrombosis and Hemostasis Network (ATHN) Nikki has a passion for clinical research, training, leadership development, and organization. She has 13+ years of experience in clinical trials within private practice, corporate, and academic settings as a CRC, CRA, and manager roles amongst psychiatric, general health, and oncology research. She enjoys sports, singing, stepping on crunchy leaves, and having tickle wars with her kids. ATLchapterACRP@gmail.com
Membership Engagement Chair Denise Whitlock, CCRC Regulatory/QA Coordinator WellStar Research Institute Denise has been serving the medical community most of her adult life, first as a respiratory therapist and then later as a sleep tech. Her present role is as an IRB analyst and Regulatory Coordinator here at WellStar. When she is not reviewing protocols or chasing after signatures, she loves to paint, read, and shop endlessly for clothes and make up. Denise.Whitlock@wellstar.org
Education Chair Kaitlin Sitchenko, MBA, CCRC Director of Compliance Florence Healthcare Kaitlin is passionate about mentorship and is fascinated by the intersection of technology, clinical standards, research ethics, and quality patient care. She brings 9+ years of clinical, administrative, and research experience, of which 5+ years were coordinating oncology and infectious diseases studies. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dog, yurting, and eating oysters. Sitchenko.k@gmail.com
Communication/ Technology Chair Anupam (Ana) Gaonkar Clinical Research Coordinator WellStar Research Institute Ana is always an active learner with 15 years in clinical trials, enjoys scientific research and emerging technologies in clinical research. She loves everything about food and gardening and enjoys being out in nature. Ana.Gaonkar@wellstar.org
Goals of Chapter Increase ACRP/Community membership in the ATL area Engage non-members in our area to maximize engagement with the clinical research profession Support certified members and non- members in the ATL to ensure they can maintain their certifications Bring contact hours/education to allow clinical researchers in our area to keep up to date with current trends in the field
Offering CEU? Month Event Kick- off Networking Event February No Evening Educational Event 2020 Events May Yes Evening Educational Event Lunchtime Educational Webinar (virtual meeting) August Yes November Yes Holiday Networking Event December No
WE NEED YOU! Volunteer: Each Chair has a working group of 2-3 people to help assist in the role responsibilities and to prepare another person to take over the chair role in subsequent terms. Email Nikki or the Chair if you are interested! If you want to speak on a relevant topic at an event let us know! Give suggestions: Tell us what type of education, training, and events you want! Participate in the events! Join the Chapter!
Chapter Website and Community ACRPnet.org
Chapter Website and Community
https://community.acrpnet.org/comm unities/community- home?CommunityKey=7f10b9be- ddac-4640-92c7-2e0980d6f2e9
Clinical Research Associate= CCRA Clinical Research Coordinator= CCRC Principal Investigator= CPI Certified Professional= ACRP- CP ACRP Certifications and Exam dates 2020 Subspecialty Designations: Medical Device Professional= ACRP- MDP Project Manager= ACRP-PM Exam Dates: Feb 20 Apr. 3; and starting in Sept.
Other Events! ACRP Global Conference- An education and networking event May 1-4th in Seattle, WA Tracks: Leadership and Career Growth, Regulatory Trends and Compliance, Study Management and Conduct, Workforce Development, Technology and Future Trends, and Data Management and Analytics Clinical Trials Day! May 20, 2020 Recognize the people who conduct clinical trials and say thanks Raise awareness Clinicaltrialsday.org
Lets make the Atlanta Chapter BETTER THAN EVER! Keep an eye out for details about out next event in May!
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