Coffee Break Webinar Series

Coffee Break Webinar Series

 

Coffee Break with Brandsymbol

Short conversations. Practical expertise. Better naming decisions.

Join Brandsymbol experts and industry specialists for focused conversations on pharmaceutical naming, regulatory strategy, research, and brand development.

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Upcoming Coffee Breaks

Explore our upcoming 20-minute conversations, featuring BrandSymbol specialists and hosted by Dyan Rowe Davis.

Daniel Plaisance
November 2026

A Checklist for a Global Brand Name Strategy

Featuring Daniel Plaisance
Managing Director, Brandsymbol

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · 10:00–10:20 AM ET
Hosted by Dyan Rowe Davis

Developing a pharmaceutical brand name for global markets requires more than creativity. Join Daniel for a practical discussion of trademark, regulatory, linguistic, and commercial considerations—and how early planning can reduce risk and avoid costly delays.

Three essential checklists:

  • Brand name development essentials
  • Common reasons names are rejected
  • Building a stronger backup name strategy
Caitlin Friedrich
December 2026

Clinical Trial Naming 101

Featuring Caitlin Friedrich
Creative Director, Brandsymbol

Wednesday, December 2, 2026 · 10:00–10:20 AM ET
Hosted by Dyan Rowe Davis

A strong clinical trial name does more than identify a study. It helps build recognition, connect with patients and healthcare professionals, and create a consistent identity throughout clinical development.

Join Caitlin Friedrich as she explores the fundamentals of clinical trial naming, why starting early matters, and how a thoughtful naming strategy can support patient engagement, differentiation, and long-term brand development.

What attendees will learn:

  • Why early clinical trial naming matters
  • Key considerations in developing distinctive trial names
  • Three approaches to clinical trial naming strategy

Meet Your Host

Meet the host of Coffee Break.

Dyan Rowe Davis guides each conversation, bringing together BrandSymbol experts and industry specialists to share practical insights.

Dyan Rowe Davis

Coffee Break Series Host

Dyan Rowe Davis

B.S. Pharm., R.Ph., J.D. · President, Regulatory Division

Dyan brings more than 20 years of pharmaceutical naming and regulatory expertise to Coffee Break. As host, she guides conversations with BrandSymbol specialists and industry experts to turn complex naming topics into practical insights.

Explore the 2026 Series

10 Steps to Nonproprietary Naming

Our inaugural Coffee Break series explored the process for developing, evaluating, and submitting nonproprietary names through USAN and INN. Visit the series page to explore the sessions and available resources.

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