Asia
Ahmad Kamal
Ahmad Kamal, Ph.D., is a seasoned professional, having over 14 years of invaluable experience in the Clinical Research and drug development industry. With a strong educational background as a Pharmacist, Ahmad has honed his expertise in drug development and its various phases through his tenure in multinational pharmaceutical, biotech industry and clinical research organizations.
Steven Bukvic
Steven Bukvic graduated from Coventry University in 1982 with a degree in Applied Biology. After serving in the commercial sector of the UK motor industry for 8 years, Steven joined the Pharmaceutical Industry in 1990. For the next 30 years Steven’s career in the Pharmaceutical / CRO sectors has covered a broad range of disciplines within the field of clinical research. He has also had extensive geographical exposure having worked in the UK, US, Germany, Singapore, China and the CIS.
In his capacity as Regional Clinical Quality Manager with Schering-Plough/MSD, Steven successfully delivered on a variety of GCP audits (both internal company audits as well as site audits across Southeast Asia).
Akiko Shibuya
Akiko has nearly 20 years of experience in a series of drug development-related activities, including clinical monitoring, project management, PMDA review management, and GCP inspection management in the clinical development divisions at a pharmaceutical company. Furthermore, she has experiences in supervising PV and PMS divisions. Based on her various experiences, she proposes the most appropriate audit plan that meets the client’s needs, taking into consideration the Japan’s regulatory situation.
Joseph Yammine
Process & Quality Engineer possessing large expertise in the Quality Management Systems, Auditing, Consultancy, Organizational design and restructuring, compliance, process reengineering, working with a diversified portfolio of clients within Europe, Middle East, Gulf and Africa With my varied experience in several industries, starting by the Healthcare, Logistics, Quality and Education and covering different geographical areas, my professional objective is to assist small to large organizations in designing their systems and structure, so they may be able to transform and upgrade their business.
Steven Bukvic
Steven has a passion for training and is the founder of the Pan-Asian Clinical Research Association (PACRA) which was established in 2009. With a clear British accent, Steven has adjusted his speech over the years to accommodate the needs of non-native English speakers. He is regularly complimented for his clear, understandable, delivery style. In terms of module content, Steven’s training modules have clearly defined objectives, well structured content (with appropriate ‘sign-posting’), interactive exercises as well as ample time for Q&A.