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Building Better Partnerships Event: Inside McKesson Third Party Logistics Operations

Date: 09/16/2026
Time: 8:30 am EST
Location:McKesson Distribution Center, 170 Clermont Rd suite a, Shepherdsville, KY

We are excited to announce the launch of the Building Better Partnerships: Inside McKesson Third Party Logistics Operations EVENT, taking place on Wednesday, September 16 in Shepherdsville/Clermont, Kentucky.

This full-day experience is designed specifically for first-time launch organizations and industry partners looking to strengthen operational alignment with third-party logistics providers (3PLs). Through educational sessions, collaborative discussions, and an exclusive guided facility tour, attendees will gain practical insights into the operational realities of commercial launch readiness and distribution execution.

Compass Pathways‘ Paul Chen (Executive Director, Trade & Distribution) and Brian Schantz (Sr Director, Patient Engagement Operations) will be hosting a speaker session case study on Commercial Distribution.

Complimentary Breakfast, Lunch, and Networking Reception at Jim Beam Distillery from 5–8PM (Transportation will be provided).
Breakfast will be served at 8:30AM.

If you need a guest room, FTLA has a room block at the AC Hotel Louisville
Downtown. Please contact LIBE@nnit.com for a booking link.

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