Leslie Sam, BA, CSSBB, CQIA
President
Leslie Sam and Associates, LLC
Leslie Sam is President of Leslie Sam and Associates, LLC, and brings over 30 years of clinical research and quality experience. She is a respected speaker and workshop leader on pragmatic professional development, known for creating engaging, actionable learning experiences across career stages. She was invited to serve on the professional development programming team for a leading global industry conference and assumed the Track Chair role during her first term. She was invited to return for a second consecutive term in recognition of her leadership and consistently high participant feedback. Leslie is recognized for sessions that blend real-world insight with tangible tools—such as career planning, generational fluency, and storytelling strategies. She has moderated executive panels and led high-impact sessions on mentoring, elevator pitches, and workplace visibility. Leslie is often asked to mentor professionals for her relatable, results-oriented style and commitment to helping others navigate their career journeys with confidence.
Sessions
Workshop—Top 10 Lessons from ICH E6(R3) Implementation: Insights, Pitfalls, and Change Strategies
Communicating Your Value: From Elevator Pitch to Career Plan
Beyond the Buzzwords: Oversight, Quality by Design, and Risk-Based Thinking
The Ripple Effect: Making ICH E6(R3) Real Across Clinical Research