NEW YORK, NY: PM360, a leading health-marketing industry trade magazine, has announced the winners of its inaugural ELITE awards. The ELITE (Exceptional • Leaders • Innovators • Transformers • Entrepreneurs) represent the most influential people in the healthcare industry today.

The awards honor individuals who have made a significant impact to the healthcare industry throughout their careers. Nominees were evaluated based on their accomplishments, testimonials from their bosses, clients, colleagues and supporting evidence that reflects the impact of their efforts (i.e., company growth, campaign success, etc.). Sixty winners were selected in 12 categories from numerous entries extolling the merits and achievements of truly extraordinary individuals.

“We wanted to put a spotlight on the exceptional people working in the industry today,” says Anna Stashower, CEO and Publisher of PM360. “But even we were blown away by not only the number of submissions, but their quality. This industry is blessed with gifted and passionate individuals who continue to find new ways to revolutionize business models, disrupt the market and improve patients’ lives. Ultimately, we feel these 60 people represent the best of what the industry has to offer.”

PM360 also selected one person as “Uber ELITE,” or the individual among the 60 winners who best personifies the criteria of a PM360 ELITE. The very first Uber ELITE award was given to Brenton “Brent” Saunders, CEO of Actavis. At just 44, he has served as the CEO of three major pharma companies and recently transformed Actavis—through the acquisition of Allergan—from a generics manufacturer into a top 10 company.

The winners will be profiled in PM360’s May 2015 issue and honored at a celebratory cocktail party on July 14th at 6:30 PM. The event will be held at the Standard High Line rooftop bar in New York City’s Meatpacking District. The inaugural ELITE awards are sponsored by Makovsky. Join the ELITE online conversation using #PM360ELITE. Tickets are available for purchase at www.pm360online.com/elite.

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