SFL’s Managing Director to Speak at Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Event

Basel, Switzerland, February 09, 2012 --(PR.com)-- The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association‘s (HBA) mission is to further the advancement and impact of women in healthcare worldwide. It runs a variety of events where it invites speakers to discuss diverse areas such as women in science and technology, being an entrepreneur, and the marketing of drugs, devices and diagnostics. The HBA is in its fourth decade and now has more than 6,000 individual members and over 120 corporate partners around the world.

Shayesteh’s presentation at the Basel meeting of HBA will focus on an introduction to regulatory affairs and its vital role in the life sciences industry. She will outline the day to day role of regulatory affairs managers and also share her experience in creating and running a company involved in this important field.

“I am very grateful to HBA for inviting me to share my experiences of being an entrepreneur in the life science sector,” commented Shayesteh. “I hope that my presentation will encourage other women to consider setting up their own businesses in this area that thrives on innovation. Thus, if you have ambitions to explore your own ideas it is an exciting field to work in.”

Shayesteh is the Managing Director and founder of SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd. She leads the team and provides global strategic support for the development of healthcare products. Shayesteh has a comprehensive knowledge base and experience in formulating global regulatory strategy for drugs, orphan drugs, drug & device combination products, borderline products, medical devices, in vitro diagnostics and advanced therapy medicinal products.

Since its founding in 2009, SFL has grown rapidly and expanded its services in regulatory, public and legal affairs as well as medical communications for international clients. In November 2010, SFL received Second Prize in the Northwest Switzerland Young Entrepreneurs' Competition. The prize is awarded every two years, to companies rated on their business model, added value for customers, potential for job creation, social responsibility and sustainability.

About SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd
SFL provides a holistic approach to lifecycle management of healthcare products. The company’s team of professionals have experience in Regulatory Affairs, Public Affairs, Legal Services and Medical Communications. We support our clients by offering personalized and comprehensive services. When combined, these services provide an integral oversight package for products from the bench to the marketplace at one consultancy.

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