Networking Opportunities

For ISPOR Europe 2024, we plan to offer a variety of networking classics and educational sessions with a social twist. We are innovating connection-making to create meaningful experiences for our attendees.

The following networking opportunities will be held at the Barcelona International Convention Center. As of September 5, 2024.

Education with a Social Twist

Research Posters 
Monday, 18 November – Wednesday, 20 November | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021 

Walk through a gallery of visually stimulating science. This year’s program has 5 poster sessions scheduled throughout the conference. The poster area is an opportunity for you to view and interact with research from a diverse group of scientific and healthcare professionals who are actively involved in the advancement of HEOR. 

Poster Presenter Discussion Times (times are shown in CET)
Poster Session 1    Monday, 18 November | 12:30 – 13:30
Poster Session 2    Monday, 18 November | 18:00 – 19:00
Poster Session 3    Tuesday, 19 November | 12:30 – 13:30
Poster Session 4    Tuesday, 19 November | 18:00 – 19:00
Poster Session 5    Wednesday, 20 November | 9:00 – 10:00

Join in on Poster Tours! ISPOR has curated collections of research posters for you within each poster session. Each tour will feature high impact abstracts within a specific topical area and will include a tour guide and the poster authors to share their work and engage in discussions with you.  

Poster Tour Times
Poster Session 1    Monday, 18 November | 11:30 – 12:15
Poster Session 2    Monday, 18 November | 16:00 – 16:45
Poster Session 3    Tuesday, 19 November | 11:30 – 12:15
Poster Session 4    Tuesday, 19 November | 16:00 – 16:45


Fast Facts Sessions
Monday, 18 November – Tuesday, 19 November | Connection Zone, VIP Room 
Have 30 minutes? Join in on a conversation and come away with new perspectives!   

Fast Facts sessions offer learning through distilled, fast-paced information sharing. Attendees can interact with knowledge leaders and participate in a conversation to gain a rapid understanding of a valuable subject or attain a greater perspective by listening to information. 

This is a non-traditional learning/networking hybrid specifically designed for peer-to-peer learning and small groups of attendees. 


Connection Zone 
Monday, 18 November – Tuesday, 19 November | Connection Zone, VIP Room 

A space for attendees to connect with ideas, concepts, next steps, and most importantly – peers.  This nontraditional educational space is an informal lounge encouraging conversations between audiences and knowledge leaders.  


Student Network Roundtable

Monday, 18 November | 13:30 – 14:30 CET | Connection Zone, VIP Room 

The ISPOR Student Network Forum offers student attendees the opportunity to hear from experts on a wide range of subjects, from career advice to scientific topics. The event will welcome presenters to discuss their perspectives with attendees. The session will conclude with an open discussion and Q&A with the audience.


New Professionals Forum
Tuesday, 19 November | 17:00 – 18:00 CET | Connection Zone, VIP Room

For new HEOR professionals starting their careers, traversing a new landscape could seem quite daunting.  This session is great for new professionals to meet with other new professionals as well as experienced HEOR professionals.


Exhibits 
Monday, 18 November – Wednesday, 20 November | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021 

Find solutions to your challenges with our Exhibitors. Meet with our solution providers and learn about their products that can help you today.  

Social Activities

ISPOR Welcome Reception 
Monday, 18 November | 18:00-19:00 CET | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021 

Join us for a lively Welcome Reception bringing the HEOR community together in Barcelona. This is a perfect place to connect, unwind, and gear up for what's ahead on Day Two!                     


Networking Lounge  – New this year!

Monday, 18 November – Tuesday, 19 November | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021

Step into our networking lounge, a new space for our attendees to converge to exchange ideas, forge valuable connections, and foster collaborations. Engage in meaningful conversations, expand your professional network, and discover new opportunities amidst a lively and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're seeking to share insights, seek advice, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, our new networking lounge is an additional space for cultivating relationships and elevating your career aspirations.


Refreshment Breaks – Coffee and Connect

Monday, 18 November – Wednesday, 20 November | Auditorium Foyer and Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021

Meet with your colleagues to plan your day and/or discuss what you learned thus far, all while networking with other attendees. This is an excellent opportunity to refuel, recharge, and connect with fellow attendees. Provided by ISPOR.


Lunch Break

Monday, 18 November – Tuesday, 19 November | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021

Enjoy extended lunch hours on Monday and Tuesday and visit exhibiting companies, the Theatres, and research posters in the Exhibit Hall, or take your lunch and visit a forum or symposia session. Provided by ISPOR. 


Networking Reception
Tuesday, 19 November | 18:00-19:00 CET | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021

End your second conference day at the Networking Reception, where connections are made, ideas are sparked, and collaborations flourish within the largest HEOR community.


Breakfast Bites and Networking Delights
Wednesday, 20 November | 8:30-10:00 CET | Poster and Exhibit Hall, 021

Kick off the final conference day in the Exhibit Hall with a light breakfast – use this time to connect with exhibitors and ignite conversations. Provided by ISPOR.