Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association - Greater Philadelphia (SAPA-GP) is a professional organization founded in 2002. We strive to serve the rapidly growing pharmaceutical professional community in the Greater Philadelphia area. The Greater Philadelphia area is one of the major hubs for global pharmaceutical companies (e.g. BMS, GSK, Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Pfizer, Teva), biotech companies (e.g. Alliance Pharma, Frontage Laboratories, PuraCap, Shire) and academic institutions (e.g. University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University, Temple University, Drexel University, Rowan University, Villanova University). Over past decades, SAPA-GP has established a broad member base and become the premier organization in the region for bridging the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries of China and the US. Our Missions • To promote pharmaceutical sciences and biotechnology • To contribute to public health education by raising public awareness • To facilitate scientific and business cooperation between US and China • To foster career development of pharmaceutical professionals Our members consist of • Scientists, clinicians, and executives from pharmaceutical and biotech companies • Students and postdoctoral fellows from academic institutions and universities • Business and thought leaders from financial institutions and healthcare industries Our Events • Annual conference • Scientific symposiums and webinars • Business development workshops • Career development workshops & Job fairs • Professional training • Social gatherings