2025 SAPA Summer Picnic

On August 17, the Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association (SAPA) successfully hosted its 2025 Annual Summer Picnic at Johnson Park by the Raritan River in New Jersey. The event brought together more than 130 SAPA members, volunteers, along with their families and friends, for a joyful and meaningful summer afternoon.

• Opening Remarks

The SAPA summer picnic began with a welcome speech by Event Organizer Dr. Zhou Yu, who warmly greeted all attendees. SAPA President Dr. Wei Ding expressed his gratitude to the volunteers and participants for their support, highlighting the significance of this cherished annual tradition. He also provided a brief introduction to SAPA and its mission—to serve as a broad platform for scientific and technical exchange, talent development, and training for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry from both the U.S. and China. In closing, Dr. Ding emphasized the importance of the upcoming SAPA Annual Conference on September 27, encouraging everyone to mark their calendars and join this flagship event for in-depth discussions.

• Speakers Pics

• Highlights of Happy Moments

At the picnic, SAPA members and their families mingled freely, savoring a wide array of delicious foods and fresh fruits. The menu featured barbecue, traditional Chinese dishes, savory lamb skewers, ribs, salmon, and a variety of snacks. Lively conversations filled the air under the shade of the park’s trees, while children and dogs brought extra joy as they played across the green lawns. The SAPA summer picnic created a warm and relaxed atmosphere, where fun, good food, and shared laughter brought everyone closer together.

The tug-of-war competition after lunch was thrilling, as participants showcased teamwork, determination, and a competitive spirit. These moments vividly demonstrated the energy, positivity, and courage of the SAPA community, leaving the audience deeply inspired. It was followed by three rounds of raffle draws, each pushing the excitement to new heights and filling the park with laughter and applause.

• Pics of food and attendees

• Event Conclusion

The 2025 SAPA Summer Picnic was a great success, bringing together a vibrant community of members, volunteers, families, and friends. For those who were unable to join us this time, we sincerely look forward to your participation in future gatherings. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to everyone whose dedication and support made this event possible and memorable.

As SAPA continues to advance its mission of fostering scientific exchange, professional development, and collaboration across the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, we look forward to engaging with our community at upcoming events. In particular, we warmly invite you to join us at the 2025 SAPA Annual Conference on September 27, where thought leaders and professionals will come together to share insights, explore opportunities, and shape the future of our industry.