Novo Nordisk Hosts ISPE with Mike Martin & Thomas Zimmer

ISPE Nordic Affiliate invites you to an onsite event at Novo Nordisk in Bagsværd [NN1], Denmark, on 11 November 2025, from 14:30 - 18:00. Location: Novo Nordisk, Novo Alle 1, 2880 Bagsværd.

Purpose
This ISPE Nordic Affiliate event is designed for Novo Nordisk employees and external life science professionals to explore opportunities to deepen engagement with ISPE in 2025 and beyond. With Copenhagen as a strategic focus and the ISPE Europe Annual Conference coming here in April 2026, this event marks a key milestone in strengthening ISPE’s presence in the region.

Meet ISPE Leadership
We are pleased to welcome Michael A. (Mike) Martin, President and CEO of ISPE, who will be joining us live and in person for this exclusive event. Also attending is Thomas Zimmer, ISPE’s Vice President of European Operations, with extensive experience in pharmaceutical quality, safety, and manufacturing. Mike’s visit reflects ISPE’s strong commitment to the Nordic region and offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with ISPE’s global and European leadership.

Michael A. (Mike) Martin
President & CEO, ISPE. Global leader driving ISPE’s mission to advance pharmaceutical science and manufacturing excellence worldwide. Mike’s exclusive Denmark appearance offers insights into ISPE’s strategy and future in the Nordic region.

Thomas Zimmer, PhD
Vice President, European Operations, ISPE. Former Senior VP at Boehringer Ingelheim with decades of pharma leadership in quality, safety, and manufacturing across Europe and the Americas. Active in industry initiatives on drug shortages and anti-counterfeiting.

Who Should Attend

• Novo Nordisk employees (all departments)

• External ISPE members and non-members

• Students, Young Professionals, and Early-Career Scientists

• Anyone interested in global best practices in pharmaceutical engineering and manufacturing

• Free Networking and Happy Hour sponsored by STERIS from 16:30 - 18:00.

Agenda

14:00: Doors Open at NN1

14:00 - 14:30 | Networking and Coffee/Tea

14:30 - 14:40 | Welcome & Orientation
Søren Thuesen Pedersen, External Affairs Senior Director, Novo Nordisk

14:40 - 15:00 | Keynote: ISPE’s Global Mission & Strategic Vision
Michael A. (Mike) Martin, President & CEO, ISPE

15:00 - 15:20 | ISPE in Europe & the Nordic Region: Current Initiatives & Future Plans
Thomas Zimmer, Vice President, European Operations, ISPE

15:20 - 15:30 | Quick Bio Break

15:30 - 15:50 | How do we see this co-operation as seen from Senior Management in Novo Nordisk
Anna Kleine, Corporate Vice President, Novo Nordisk

15:50 - 16:10 | Spotlight Case Study 1 - Line Lundsberg, 

16:10 - 16:30 | Q&A - How to proceed from here?
Q&A with ISPE leadership

16:30 - 18:00 | Networking and Happy Hour at Novo Nordisk' Fritidscenter - Sponsored by STERIS (Laurentsvej 45, 2880 Bagsværd).

Pricing

Participation is free of charge for both ISPE Members and Non-Members.

Virtual Attendance
A virtual option is available. An MS Teams link, along with participation details, will be sent to all registered virtual attendees prior to the event.

Logistical Details

Important Information for Online Participants: To attend the event online, please make sure to register through NemTilmeld. Once registered, you will receive a link to the event a few days prior to the event date.

Directions for onsite participants:

Novo Nordisk NN1, Novo Alle 1, 2880 Bagsværd

By car: Drive to Novo Alle 1, 2880 Bagsværd, Denmark. Limited parking is available outside.

We encourage the use of public transport to ease potential parking difficulties.

By public transportation: S-train: Take the S-train to Bagsværd Station. From there, it is a 12-minute walk to the venue or take Bus 250S: Take bus 250S and get off at the Laurentsvej 45 stop, which is only two stops away. From there, it is just a 5-minute walk to the venue.
 

Changes in your registration?

If you need to make any changes to your participation, please update your registration by 05 November (EOB). This helps us ensure accurate food ordering and minimize waste. 
 

Thank you in advance!

Questions regarding the event can be raised to:

• Nadia Thorius – nadiathorius@gmail.com or +45 53 65 91 56