Lillian Schaff

Global Head, Healthcare Congress Strategy and Execution

Professional Overview

Lillian Schaff is an experienced healthcare events and congress management professional with a proven track record of driving strategic execution and delivering impactful results. As the Global Head of Healthcare Congress Strategy and Execution at EMD Serono, Inc., she leverages her extensive industry expertise to oversee the company's portfolio of global healthcare conferences and events.

Experience Summary

Current Role

In her current role as the Global Head of Healthcare Congress Strategy and Execution at EMD Serono, Inc., Lillian is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to optimize the company's presence and impact at key industry conferences and congresses. She leads a team of experienced professionals to ensure seamless event planning, execution, and post-event analysis, enabling EMD Serono to effectively engage with healthcare providers, industry stakeholders, and potential customers.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Lillian held several progressive positions within the healthcare industry. As the Sr. Manager and Global Business Partner, Oncology at EMD Serono, Inc., she played a pivotal role in strengthening the company's oncology portfolio by spearheading strategic event planning and execution. Earlier in her career, she served as an Exhibit Account Manager at AbbVie, where she managed the company's exhibition presence at major healthcare conferences, and as a Sr. Meeting Planner at Abbott, where she coordinated complex global events and meetings.

Academic Background

Lillian holds a degree in English Language and Literature, Literature, and English Language from Columbia College, where she demonstrated academic excellence and developed her analytical and communication skills.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare congress and event strategy development

• Strategic event planning and execution

• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

• Project management and team leadership

• Data analysis and performance optimization

• Healthcare industry knowledge and trends

Professional Impact

Throughout her career, Lillian has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive impactful results. At EMD Serono, she has been instrumental in enhancing the company's global presence and visibility at key healthcare conferences, leading to increased brand awareness, lead generation, and customer engagement. Lillian's strategic approach and exceptional execution have earned her recognition as a trusted leader in the healthcare events and congress management space.

Conclusion

With her extensive experience, industry expertise, and strategic mindset, Lillian Schaff is poised to continue driving innovation and excellence in the healthcare congress and events landscape. Her unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results and her ability to navigate the evolving industry landscape make her a valuable asset to EMD Serono and the broader healthcare community.