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    QbD Pharma Connect

    Future-Proof Pharma Manufacturing: From Annex 1 Compliance to Operational Excellence

    Thursday, 12 November 2026
    16:00 – 20:30
    Van der Valk Hotel Leiden
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    About the event

    An evening built for pharma manufacturing professionals

    Not every important conversation happens at a congress. Some start in a smaller room, among people facing the same challenges.

    QbD Pharma Connect brings together manufacturing professionals from across the pharma and biotech sector for an evening of expert insights and meaningful networking. The focus: practical approaches to Annex 1 compliance, operational excellence, and the future of aseptic manufacturing.

    Why attend

    What you'll take away

    Practical expert design insights

    How to anticipate Annex 1 compliance through proper process and equipment design

    Practical expert insights on enforcement

    What is expected, tolerated, or non-negotiable?

    Quality networking

    Connect with peers, experts, and leaders from the pharma and biotech sector over drinks and bites in a relaxed setting.

    Limited seats

    An intentionally small event for meaningful conversations — not a mass conference. Spots are allocated in order of registration.

    Programme

    How the evening unfolds

    16:00 – 17:00
    Welcome reception
    Arrival and welcome drink
    17:00 – 17:20
    Opening: Wim Steenackers & Björn Aalbers
    Introduction to QbD Group and Rescop, and what the combined offering means for pharma manufacturing
    17:20 – 18:00
    Expert presentation: Geert Vandenbossche, C&E Solutions BV
    From Annex 1 Compliance to Operational Excellence
    18:00 – 18:30
    Expert presentation: Björn Aalbers
    From Annex 22 (& 11) Compliance to Operational Excellence
    19:00 – 20:30
    Networking reception
    Drinks and bites, continue the conversation
    Speakers

    The voices behind the evening

    Wim Steenackers
    Wim Steenackers
    Sales Director · QbD Group
    Wim Steenackers started his career in 2012 and has been part of QbD Group since 2013. He began as a consultant in the life sciences industry, delivering projects in commissioning, qualification and validation. After several years in the field, he moved into business development, building his network and acquiring new clients across the Belgian and Dutch life sciences ecosystem. Today he leads the sales organisation within QbD Group, responsible for both the operational and strategic challenges of a growing company. In 2022, Wim became President of ISPE Belgium, the Belgian affiliate of the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering, a non-profit organisation focused on knowledge sharing and networking within the Belgian pharma and biotech industry.
    Björn Aalbers
    Björn Aalbers
    Founder of Rescop · Managing Partner Strategic Accounts & Country Manager QbD Group Netherlands
    Björn Aalbers is Managing Partner Strategic Accounts & Country Manager at QbD Group Netherlands. He was the founder and CEO of Rescop, which he built over more than 20 years into a specialist in GxP compliance software and inspection readiness services. Holding a Master's degree in Computer Science from Eindhoven University of Technology. Björn brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge and hands-on regulatory experience. His career spans international pharmaceutical consulting, IT auditing in GMP and GLP environments, and the development of data-driven software for validation and compliance. He has worked with organisations including Merck, MSD, Organon, Johnson & Johnson, and Genzyme, among others.
    Geert Vandenbossche
    Geert Vandenbossche
    Founder & Owner · C&E Solutions BV
    Geert Vandenbossche is founder and owner of Compliant & Efficient Solution BV. C&E Solutions pioneers compliant and efficient aseptic processing solutions for pharma companies and (OEM) equipment suppliers, from startups to established firms. With 35+ years of experience, they specialise in Annex 1 compliance and advanced techniques such as Radio Ligand Therapy and CAR-T. Their approach ensures GMP and regulatory adherence while optimising efficiency — delivering tailored solutions for operational excellence.
    About the organisers

    Meet the hosts behind the event

    QbD Group is a global life science partner that accelerates product development from idea to patient. By integrating expertise in regulatory, clinical, quality, and operational domains, we bring innovations to market faster and with confidence. Our solutions include product development support, EU market access via our Landing in Europe program, and operational excellence for manufacturing sites. From start-ups to multinationals, QbD Group delivers speed, safety, and scale across the full product lifecycle.

    qbdgroup.com

    Rescop is a global provider of GxP compliance software and consulting services, helping regulated companies in the life sciences work in a lean, paperless way and continuously improve the maturity of their processes. Its integrated e-VLM software suite covers the full system lifecycle, including commissioning, qualification, and validation, and is used by leading companies such as Charles River Laboratories and CordenPharma. Complementing its software offering, Rescop delivers GxP compliance services worldwide, including qualification, validation, and inspection readiness, as well as training through Rescop Academy.

    rescop.com

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    Seats are limited and allocated in order of registration.

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    Venue

    Van der Valk Hotel Leiden

    Address: Haagse Schouwweg 14, 2332 KG Leiden
    Near: Bioscience Park Leiden
    Date: Thursday, 12 November 2026, 16:00 – 20:30