Join Prospology's all-day virtual conference on February 8, 2025.
For freelance medical writers in their first 0-2 years of business.

Join Prospology's all-day virtual conference on February 8, 2025.

For freelance medical writers in their first 0-2 years of business.

Learn, grow, and connect with industry experts.

With 5 years of experience and a track record of helping over 100 professionals successfully launch freelance medical writing careers, Prospology invites you to a full day of learning, growth, and empowerment.

Join us on February 8, 2025, from 9 AM – 5 PM ET for our all-day virtual conference, designed for freelance medical writers just starting out.

Choose between two tracks.

With a choice of 14 educational sessions, we’re offering two specialized tracks that will allow you to focus only on topics that call to you most. Having trouble picking between the tracks? Pop in and out of either track on the day to customize your learning experience!

We’ve got an all-star lineup of expert presenters.

Explore our diverse range of sessions hosted by seasoned professionals. Each presentation has been carefully designed to help you address the unique challenges you’ll face in your first two years of business as a freelance medical writer.

Track 1
Track 2

9 AM - 9:50 AM ET

The Ins & Outs of Running an International Business Remotely

Manuel Spalt-Zoidl, PhD

9 AM - 9:50 AM ET

Creating a Business That Feels Fulfilling & Exciting Every Day

Emdad Khan, BSc, PGCE, MSc

10 AM - 10:50 AM ET

Holistic Business Planning for Freelance Medical Writers

Bernard Chen, LMFT

10 AM - 10:50 AM ET

Bookkeeping & Invoicing Essentials for New Freelance Writers

Timothy Powers, BS

11 AM - 11:50 AM ET

Putting Yourself Out There as a First-Time Entrepreneur

Jeff Zagoudis, BA, MS

11 AM - 11:50 AM ET

Organic Marketing for Freelance Medical Writers: Best Practices

Kris Hughes, BA, MEd

12:10 PM - 1 PM ET

Structured Networking Break

Hosted By

Sophie Ash, BSc (Hons), DipION

  • Now’s your chance to turn on your video and form allies in your network.
  • Bring a pre-made lunch or order in, and get to know fellow attendees!
  • Structured Q&A will get the conversation going and facilitate connection.

1 PM - 1:50 PM ET

Choosing an Effective, Sustainable Niche for a Freelance Writing Biz

Elizabeth Graham, MA

1 PM - 1:50 PM ET

Maintaining a Steady Cash Flow as a Freelance Writer

Sophie Ash, BSc (Hons), DipION

2 PM - 2:50 PM ET

Building & Maintaining a Website: Technical Fundamentals

Christine Lieu, BA

2 PM - 2:50 PM ET

Pricing & Earning Potential for Freelance Medical Writers

Melanie Das, BS, PhD

3 PM - 3:50 PM ET

How to Utilize Cold Outreach to Launch a Writing Business

Ike Okwerekwu, PharmD

3 PM - 3:50 PM ET

Sales & Negotiation: Tips for Freelance Medical Writers

Tiffany Riley, PharmD

4 PM - 4:50 PM ET

Persuasive, Yet Authentic Storytelling for Websites

Rachel Pascal, BA

4 PM - 4:50 PM ET

Building a Support System to Launch & Grow a Writing Biz

Jennifer DiOrio, BA, MA

5 PM - 6 PM ET

Reflection & Connection

Hosted By

Sophie Ash, BSc (Hons), DipION

  • Before you lose access to our conference's virtual platform, check out fellow attendees' profiles.
  • Pick at least 5 people to connect with online.
  • Share something you learned at the conference with each of your new connections, as an ice-breaker.

Hear it from our attendees.

Prospology’s virtual conferences are a must-attend event for new freelance medical writers:

74% of attendees say it's a "fantastic" experience.

90% are "likely" or "very likely" to recommend us to a friend.

95% say our conferences provide excellent value for money.

95% want us to host conferences regularly.

95% feel "inspired" in their medical writing career afterwards.

80% rate the quality of our presenters as "excellent."

79% "love" the virtual platform we use.

Marina White

PhD

"I had a great experience at the Prospology conference. I left with over 15 pages of notes and half a dozen new ideas to implement in my business! The conference answered questions I didn’t even know to ask, and the presentations were engaging, well-rounded, and packed with practical tips. If you’re looking for a crash course in freelance medical writing or ways to refine your business, this is it!"

Ellen Grover

MSN, RN, CDCES

"The value for this conference was excellent. I learned a lot from all of the speakers, and it helped me to feel inspired about my freelance writing business."

Timothy Powers

BA

"The Prospology Conference is great value and loaded with relevant information. The speakers are friendly and knowledgeable, and there are options for participation and networking."

Tracy Davis

BS, MS, PhD

"The organization of the conference was exceptional. I am trying to start my medical writing career and learned so much valuable information. The content also helped me to determine where I already have strengths. I took away so much to think about with every presentation."

Thaddaeus Kwan

PhD

"The Prospology conference was a great opportunity to network with peers who are also trying to get into freelance medical writing and to learn from freelancing and medical writing veterans on building a business and honing my craft! I am energized to put what I have learned to practice!"

Manisha Jalan

BA, MA, PhD

"The Prospology conference did a great job of covering a wide range of subjects relevant to the freelance medical writing landscape. The agenda was very comprehensive. I gained new insights in every session I attended, which will be invaluable as I continue to develop my business. The conference is particularly insightful for freelancers just starting out."

Kimberly Rath

PhD

"I thought the conference was great and I really enjoyed it!"

Johanna Robertson

BSc, MSc, PhD

"The Prospology conference provided great information for those launching a freelance medical writing career."

Mary Anne Loafman

MS, BSMT

"Thank you, Prospology for providing a worthwhile medical writers conference! I feel that I am better prepared to build my business and am looking forward to executing the skills I learned. The networking lunch break was also valuable and fun—I liked the format."

Craig Stevens

BA, MS, PhD

"The hardest aspect of pursuing a career as a medical writer is knowing how to market yourself online and connect with clients. Prospology’s conference had multiple sessions on these areas, and I ended the day knowing more and excited to have met the speakers. The networking session at the halfway point was well-structured and an excellent opportunity to listen to fellow medical writers share their opinions and experience."

Timothy Powers

BA

"I love the Prospology community. Everyone is genuinely excited to learn, willing to help, and contribute to each of us getting better. It's a great feeling to be part of the group at the conference."

Achieve your freelancing goals with Prospology!

Why you should attend this conference:

With almost entirely new content since our last virtual conference, you’re going to gain fantastic insights into how to build and launch a successful freelance medical writing business, on your own terms, at this event.

Live Q&A with experts: Get your questions answered in real-time by industry leaders.

Exclusive content: Presentations crafted for freelancers in their first 0-2 years of business.

Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded writers and industry professionals.

Interactive sessions: Engage, contemplate, and gain insights as you explore new concepts.

Live Q&A with experts: Get your questions answered in real-time by industry leaders.

Exclusive content: Presentations crafted for freelancers in their first 0-2 years of business.

Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded writers and industry professionals.

Interactive sessions: Engage, contemplate, and gain insights as you explore new concepts.

Don't miss out—it’s going to be incredible!

Take the next step in your freelance medical writing journey with Prospology. Learn from seasoned experts, connect with a supportive community, and get the tools you need to thrive—all in one day.

Frequently asked questions:

Normally, recordings are not made available, as we believe in the power of live engagement and encourage attendees to participate actively and take notes.

However, since we had to reschedule the date due to the LA wildfires, we will be making recordings of all sessions available to attendees, after the conference.

Normally, recordings are not made available, as we believe in the power of live engagement and encourage attendees to participate actively and take notes.

However, since we had to reschedule the date due to the LA wildfires, we will be making recordings of all sessions available to attendees, after the conference.

No, attendees will not be on video unless they have a question and are invited “on stage” by an event host. If you have a question and need help, our facilitators will be there to support you. Note: Video participation will be optional, but strongly encouraged, for those attending our Networking Break from 12–1pm ET.

Yes! We took on board your feedback from our last conference and have instructed all speakers to allow for a 5–10 minute break between all sessions at our Feb 8 event.

We don’t have any specific plans, but intend on hosting virtual conferences twice per year. Join our email newsletter for updates.