ICON Strategic Solutions’ Post

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community! At ICON, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. Through this collaboration, we aim to further support and celebrate our LGBTQ+ colleagues, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. 

CYCLE TO WORK DAY!! At ICON, we encourage our employees to ride to work or enjoy a bike ride to benefit from fresh air particularly today. This initiative promotes environmental responsibility and supports mental well-being. Last month, over 125 ICON employees took their commitment to cycling even further with our annual ICON Cycle Challenge. This event, designed for cyclists of all levels, spanned three days, covering an impressive 115 kilometers per day. The journey began in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, and concluded in Budapest, traversing 389 kilometers. The challenge included routes through three countries, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and historic cities, fostering camaraderie among colleagues from various global locations and departments. Most importantly, the event supported rider-selected charities, marking a significant achievement for our team. Below, you can view photographs and testimonials from some of our dedicated riders. What an achievement for all involved! Interested in joining a company like ICON and taking up the ICON Cycles challenge? Explore career opportunities on our careers page: https://ow.ly/qEwh50SRFs9

Join us for a live careers event to explore exciting clinical research career opportunities at ICON in Korea! Don't miss this opportunity to connect with ICON experts and explore a rewarding career path.

We are pleased to highlight our DAWN community group at ICON! DAWN is dedicated to disability advocacy,creating connections, and driving initiatives that enhance accessibility. It’s a supportive platform where we grow in understanding workplace well-being and create positive change. DAWN empowers us to bring our commitment to disability advocacy back to our teams for a tangible impact. To understand more about our community groups at ICON please follow the below link: https://ow.ly/6JNx50SKjlG

Yesterday, across many of our ICON offices, we celebrated International Self-Care Day, emphasizing the importance of taking time for ourselves to recharge, rejuvenate, and reflect. Whether it’s a peaceful walk, practicing mindfulness (at ICON, this is available for all employees every Monday via Teams!), or dedicating time to your favorite hobby, self-care is essential for maintaining balance in life. Here are some highlights from our Swansea office, showcasing their wonderful activities: delightful healthy breakfast options, informative yoga leaflets, and an exciting Self-Care Lucky Dip! We would love to hear your favorite self-care practices in the comments below! Why not take a look at our current Swansea office vacancies here: https://ow.ly/Hp9Q50SJrxE

Early phase clinical research is key to refining the safety profile of new drugs and proof of concept, expanding on the data gathered in preclinical studies. Ensuring participant safety requires strategic planning at multiple levels, from protocol and dose escalation to personnel training. ICON is continuously implementing proactive participant safety measures to effectively mitigate risks in early phase studies, with regular safety drills being performed by both clinic and hospital staff to ensure highly coordinated response and execution. We have also introduced the Modified Early Warning Score (MEWS) - this is designed to identify disturbances in vital parameters and prevent further serious risk to the trial participant. Read our blog to find out more. https://ow.ly/eG6x50StFvZ #earlyphase

As we move swiftly through July, we wanted to reflect on an extraordinary June PRIDE month at ICON. This year's events featured a PRIDE history and dance music festival, engaging guest speakers, and Bracelet and Flag sales for PRIDE-related charities. Numerous office brunches and lunches united our employees, allies, and community members. The spirit of inclusivity resonated globally within ICON, fostering empathy and continued support. Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment remains steadfast, and we are proud of our collective strides. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this PRIDE month memorable. Follow the link to read more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at ICON plc. https://ow.ly/UW3550SF3ls