Johnson & Johnson: Global Sales Conference

Overview

We were approached to plan and deliver the launch event for Life Sciences Hub Wales alongside its branding. The event introduced the Hub to the sector, setting the tone for a confident, innovative and professional brand, and establishing a clear sense of purpose from day one.

The Challenge

The client needed a high-impact conference that would resonate with a diverse, international sales audience. The programme had to balance information-sharing with inspiration, while managing complex logistics across multiple venues.

Planning timelines were tight, with venue sourcing and logistics beginning before the event concept and visual identity had been finalised. Inclusivity was also essential, with delegates requiring support across multiple languages and cultures.

Conclusion & Results

The Approach

We developed a clear event concept and visual identity that could be applied consistently across all touchpoints, from plenary sessions to informal networking spaces. Working closely with senior stakeholders and presenters, we refined content to ensure it was relevant, engaging and accessible for a global audience.

The main conference venue was transformed using branded sets, banners, floor units and environmental graphics, creating a cohesive experience throughout the week. A global showcase exhibition allowed country teams to share learnings and achievements, encouraging collaboration and pride across markets.

To maintain energy and engagement, we designed interactive elements and light-touch gamification for refreshment breaks, alongside simultaneous translation provided by an eight-person interpreter team to ensure full participation.

Pre-event interviews with people living with diabetes were filmed and integrated into plenary sessions, grounding the conference in real patient experience. Entertainment and awards were carefully programmed to celebrate achievement and end the event on a high.

Key deliverables included:

Event concept and visual identity
Full conference planning and production across five venues
Plenary session design and content support
Global showcase exhibition design
Branded environmental graphics and set design
Interactive engagement activities and games
Pre-event and on-site video production
Gala dinner and awards ceremony production
Conference highlights film and delegate take-home film

The Impact

The conference successfully brought together 500 delegates from 28 countries in a shared, engaging experience that increased product awareness and strengthened connection across the sales force.

The event was delivered across five venues within four months of us being briefed, involving more than 40 production specialists, and was widely recognised by the client as a new benchmark for sales conferences. Delegates left energised, aligned and inspired ahead of the year ahead.

“This event sets a benchmark for sales conferences, not just for us but for the industry. The success of the meeting was down to a combination of OSP’s vision of what success should look like and a determination to achieve it. Their creativity, calmness, flexibility and can-do attitude inspired confidence throughout.”