D’Anna Holmes

D’Anna Holmes

Associate Director, Patient Partnerships

Associate Director, Patient Partnerships

Astellas Pharma

D’Anna Holmes is a mission-driven senior leader in patient advocacy with over 15 years of experience advancing data-driven, evidence-based strategies to elevate the patient voice across healthcare and life sciences. Her passion for patient engagement was born from her personal journey as a caregiver to her son, a Stage 3 liver cancer survivor — an experience that inspired her to pursue a career dedicated to transforming lives through more compassionate, inclusive, and effective care.

Currently serving as the Associate Director of Patient Partnerships at Astellas Pharma US, D’Anna leads global patient engagement efforts, directs multi-million-dollar resource allocations, and drives initiatives that amplify underserved voices in clinical research and care delivery. Her career includes impactful roles at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Ascension Health, and SONIFI Health Solutions, where she has consistently championed patient-centered innovation, cross-functional collaboration, and measurable outcomes. A sought-after advisor and speaker, D’Anna brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, health equity, and social impact to every initiative she leads.

Reverend Blane Newberry

Reverend Blane Newberry

Associate Pastor

Associate Pastor

Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, Philadelphia, PA

Rev. Blane Joseph Newberry is a native of Philadelphia, married to the former Cathy Leigh Hill.  He was educated in the Philadelphia Parochial School System.  Reverend Newberry attended Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina, earning a B.A. Degree in Sociology and Social Work, having been awarded a four-year athletic scholarship.  He earned a M.S. Degree in the Administration of Justice from Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania.  Reverend Newberry has matriculated at the Palmer Theological Seminary in Philadelphia.  Reverend Newberry has guided the development of youth in Philadelphia as a Juvenile Probation Officer, Gang Prevention Officer, and Recreation Leader.  Prior to accepting his call into full-time ministry, Reverend Newberry attained a career in law enforcement for the U. S. District Court in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the U. S. Department of Justice as a Federal Probation and Parole Officer.  Additionally, Reverend Newberry is passionate in his pursuit of souls for the Kingdom and serves in the following capacities: Certified pre-marital and marital counselor with Gilead’s Balm Counseling Ministry; Lecturer/Facilitator (discipleship classes, marriage retreats, church member assimilation, community organizations, and organizational management) and Missions Educator.

Rev. Scott C. Moore

Rev. Scott C. Moore

Senior Pastor, International Director of the Men of Zion

Senior Pastor, International Director of the Men of Zion

Judah Temple A.M.E. Zion Church

Rev. Scot C. Moore is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Judah Temple A.M.E. Zion Church in Mitchellville, Maryland. With his loving wife, Sharon, and sons Cameron and Dimitri by his side, Pastor Moore dedicates his life to spreading the Good News through his congregation, community, and worldwide ministries.

He is one of four boys raised by a single mother in Mount Vernon, NY where he graduated with honors in the top ten of his high school class. He earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Hofstra University. After getting married, Pastor Moore moved with his wife Sharon to Washington D.C. In 1994, he immersed himself in the ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church. By 1995, he was ordained a Deacon by Bishop Milton Williams. After three years of dedicated service, Pastor Moore was ordained an elder on May 24, 1997.

In 1996, he founded the brand-new Judah Temple church. The first service at this house of worship was held in August 1996 with as many as 550 people in attendance. By the end of the year, 120 people became active members. Membership continued to grow until a new space was necessary. The church bought a 23-acre piece of land to build a campus known as the “Land of Judah.” By July 2004, the sanctuary was completed, and the first service was held here on March 12, 2006.

Pastor Moore serves as the International Director of the Men of Zion, which is The Men’s Ministry of the A.M.E. Zion Church. He also serves as the Presiding Elder of the churches in Barbados and St. Vincent.

Pastor Moore continues to impact lives in more than 50 ministries, workshops, and conferences. He travels and preaches extensively through North America, Europe, and South Africa. He has created and expanded a support network for men to learn to become better Christians, husbands, fathers, and workers. He has worked extensively with young adults in Christian ministries, led leadership training groups for Pastors, and founded a prison and praise ministry for rehabilitating felons.

Elizabeth “Liz” Leff

Elizabeth “Liz” Leff

Patient Advocacy Lead (Americas)

Patient Advocacy Lead (Americas)

Telix

Elizabeth “Liz” Leff is the Patient Advocacy Lead (Americas) at Telix. Responsible for driving patient-centric initiatives across the region, Liz brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as a patient advocate. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business and Political Science from the University of Denver, where she developed a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and a passion for empowering patients.

Her past experience includes working as a Manager of Business Technology at Pfizer, a Director at Sofia Bio and August Research, and a Corporate Relations Director at the National Kidney Foundation. Liz’s expertise and dedication have made her a valuable asset to the Telix team, as they work to improve outcomes for individuals and communities.

Keith Parker

Keith Parker

Leader, Men's Ministry

Leader, Men's Ministry

Ebenezer A.M.E. Church

Mr. Keith Parker leads the Men’s Ministry at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Fort Washington, Maryland. This ministry offers opportunities for men to develop their faith and discipleship using prayer, fellowship, bible study, and service. The mission of the Men’s Ministry is to love God, love one’s neighbors, and serve mankind. The ministry seeks to evolve spiritual growth and bonding between men to encourage members to become strong, confident role models and spiritual leaders.

Mr. Parker attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and Texas A&M University. His prior work experience includes serving as a Senior Project/Program Manager from 2010 to 2012 and as a Former Managing Consultant at Stafford Consulting Company from 2012 to 2013. He was also a Service Delivery Executive for Seventh Sense Consulting, LLC.

Mr. Parker and the Ebenezer A.M.E. Church’s Men’s Ministry partnered with the Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) on June 14, 2025, to host the Prostate Cancer Community Rally in the DMV area (Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia). More than 130 men attended this event, and 64 men received a free prostate cancer screening PSA test.

Josefa Marie Briceno, MD

Josefa Marie Briceno, MD

US Medical Affairs Franchise Head

US Medical Affairs Franchise Head

AstraZeneca

Josefa Marie Briceno, MD,  is a Surgical Oncologist from Caracas, Venezuela, specializing in GI surgical oncology. She completed internships at the 12 de Octubre Hospital in Madrid (Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery) and MSKCC (Hepatobiliary and Gastric Surgery). After practicing for 13 years in her home country, she moved to the US and began a rewarding career in the pharmaceutical industry. Since 2015, AZ has been her home, starting as an MSL in Women’s Cancers. In 2016, she transitioned to headquarters, taking on roles of increasing responsibility in Medical Affairs and leading multiple launches for Faslodex, Lynparza, and Enhertu across different tumor types. She served as the Breast Cancer Medical Head (MH) for almost 5 years, overseeing all inline and pipeline breast cancer assets, the US medical affairs breast cancer strategy, and a diverse team of experts. In January 2025 she transitioned to the Gyn/GU (G2) Franchise as Medical Franchise Head, with responsibility across multiple assets and tumor types.