WEBINAR

How to Shop for a CRO

(A Strategic Framework)

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 10:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM ET · 60 Minutes

Overview

Evaluating clinical research organizations (CROs) can feel like a high-stakes guessing game. How do you separate a gold-standard proposal from one riddled with hidden fees, bloated methodologies, and rigid frameworks that don’t serve your commercial goals?

Join our expert panel for a 60-minute masterclass designed to pull back the curtain on the CRO selection process. Featuring insights from top CRO strategists, and industry experts Jacqueline Jacques (Co-Founder, Thrive Advisory Group), and Sheena Smith (Buck Institute) this session will give you the exact playbook to audit proposals like a seasoned pro.

Stop guessing with your research budget. Learn how to choose a partner that bridges rigorous scientific endpoints with real commercial success.

Date

Wednesday, July 22

Time

10:00 AM PT
/ 1:00 PM ET

Duration

60 Minutes

Format

Live Zoom webinar (Deep Dive & Expert Panel Discussion)

What We’ll Cover

How to align study design with business goals, regulatory expectations, investor requirements, and downstream use cases (claims, publication, commercialization).
Key internal decisions to clarify before requesting CRO proposals: study type, endpoints, population, budget range, and success criteria.
How to evaluate and compare CRO quotes beyond price, including scope assumptions, methodology differences, and what is (and isn’t) included.
Common red flags, hidden costs, and missing details that often signal misaligned scope or future budget overruns.
How to assess timelines, recruitment strategy, endpoint selection, data quality standards, and data ownership terms before signing a contract