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Octagon Research Solutions, Inc. , a leading provider of breakthrough software and services to the global life sciences industry, has announced today that Octagon’s chairman and CEO, James C. Walker, has been named in the Best Life Science Consultant of 2011 category by the Philadelphia Business Journal.  Mr. Walker and Octagon will be honored at the 2011 Life Science Awards breakfast, on October 6, 2011, at the Ballroom at the Ben in Philadelphia.

 

“This award underscores the commitment of Octagon’s dedicated staff of clinical data and regulatory experts who consistently deliver industry leading solutions and support to the global life sciences industry, including 17 of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies,” said James C. Walker, chairman and CEO, Octagon Research Solutions, Inc.  ”This region’s life science community is brimming with innovative leaders, and I am honored to accept this award on behalf of Octagon.”

 

James C. Walker has been a leader in the pharmaceutical industry for 17 years, and along with Kirk Gallion, the company’s President, is a co-founder of Octagon Research Solutions, Inc.  By incorporating the concept of “entrepreneurialism” throughout the organization, Mr. Walker and his senior team have encouraged employees to emphasize client service, problem solving and innovation throughout their daily interactions.  As a result of the company’s global commitment, expertise and expanded client base, Octagon will grow to more than 375 professionals by the end of 2011 -- expanding its US offices in Wayne, PA and Mountain View, CA, and broadening its presence in Europe and in the Asia-Pacific region with new facilities in the United Kingdom and in India.

 

The 2011 Life Science Awards, hosted by the Philadelphia Business Journal and Pennsylvania Bio, is a celebration of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device leaders from the greater Philadelphia region.  The award recognizes leaders from the region’s biotech, pharmaceutical and medical-device companies as well as the incubators and economic development and research facilities that support innovations in human health.

 

Octagon is a leader in providing breakthrough software and services to the global life sciences industry.  With a foundation in data standards and advanced technology, Octagon’s eCTD and CDISC solutions provide all of the resources required to optimize drug development from data collection to submission.  Octagon’s unique combination of deep domain knowledge, cross-functional electronic submission expertise and holistic process approach utilizing integrated solutions, set us apart as we serve hundreds of clients on three continents.  Octagon’s global headquarters are in Wayne, Pennsylvania with additional US offices in Mountain View, California.  Octagon also has European offices based in London, UK, and Asia-Pacific offices in Bangalore, India.  For more information, visit www.octagonresearch.com.