April 3, 2025

Stella Gurgova to Speak at IncluDE Site Solutions Summit in Atlanta – April 7–8, 2025

ES Clinical Research Group is proud to announce that our founder, Stella Gurgova, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming IncluDE Site Solutions Summit in Atlanta, Georgia, on April 7–8, 2025. Hosted by the Society for Clinical Research Sites (SCRS), this important event brings together clinical research professionals, site leaders, and industry stakeholders committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in clinical trials.

Stella will speak on a panel during Breakout Session IV: “Craft Your Site’s DEI Strategy,” where she’ll share real-world strategies for creating a more inclusive clinical research environment. Her insights will be based on years of experience leading community-focused clinical studies and improving access to research opportunities for historically underrepresented populations.

About the IncluDE Site Solutions Summit

The IncluDE Site Solutions Summit is a specialized two-day event focused on equipping research sites with tools, frameworks, and partnerships to effectively implement DEI strategies. With increasing awareness of the need for representation in clinical research, the summit addresses one of the most critical challenges facing the industry today: how to ensure all communities are seen, heard, and served in the clinical trial process.

Held annually by SCRS, the 2025 summit in Atlanta will include keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and breakout sessions led by experienced site professionals, sponsors, and DEI advocates.

For details, visit: https://sitesolutionssummit.com/event/include

Stella Gurgova’s Panel: Crafting DEI Strategies That Work

Stella will participate in Breakout Session IV: “Craft Your Site’s DEI Strategy”, a session designed to help sites develop sustainable inclusion initiatives. Alongside other panelists, she will discuss:

How to embed DEI into daily research operations
Understanding community needs and barriers to participation
Building trust through authentic outreach and representation
Creating a site culture that supports inclusivity from the inside out
Measuring and maintaining long-term impact

Her approach is rooted in practical, community-based tactics. She’ll highlight how ES Clinical Research Group has built trust within underserved populations and how sites of all sizes can replicate this success.

View session info: https://sitesolutionssummit.com/session/breakout-session-iv-19/craft-your-sites-dei-strategy

Why DEI Matters in Clinical Research

Inclusive clinical trials aren’t just the ethical choice—they’re critical for producing accurate, effective, and safe medical outcomes. Historically, many populations—especially Black, Latino, Asian, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ individuals—have been underrepresented in research, leading to gaps in data and inequities in treatment.

Clinical research should reflect the diversity of the communities it’s meant to serve. That belief guides everything we do. When patients from all backgrounds are included in clinical studies, the results are more representative, and the entire healthcare system becomes more equitable.

By speaking at the IncluDE Summit, Stella Gurgova continues to push for research that leaves no one behind.

About ES Clinical Research Group

ES Clinical Research Group is a mission-driven clinical research site organization dedicated to increasing access, awareness, and participation in paid clinical trials in the nyc region – especially in communities that have historically been overlooked.

We conduct high-quality, patient-focused clinical studies across multiple therapeutic areas and work closely with sponsors and CROs who share our commitment to inclusion. Our success is built on community engagement, cultural competence, and clinical excellence.

At our core, we believe that research should not only meet scientific goals—it should also build trust, break down barriers, and empower patients.

Stella Gurgova’s Leadership in Action

Stella Gurgova’s leadership at ES Clinical Research Group has been instrumental in shaping how we approach DEI, from recruitment strategies to staff training and site culture.

She has:

Established multilingual outreach programs in underrepresented communities
Partnered with local clinics, churches, and advocacy groups to improve awareness
Trained site staff in culturally sensitive communication
Advocated for sponsor-level changes in trial design to remove unnecessary exclusions

Her efforts have helped ensure that every patient who walks through our doors feels seen, respected, and heard. At the IncluDE Summit, she will share these successes—and challenges—with the goal of inspiring broader industry change.

Looking Ahead: Join Us in Atlanta

If you’re attending the IncluDE Site Solutions Summit this April, don’t miss Stella Gurgova’s panel. It’s an opportunity to hear from a site leader who’s not only talking about DEI—but actively doing the work every day.

Event: IncluDE Site Solutions Summit
Dates: April 7–8, 2025
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Session: Breakout Session IV – “Craft Your Site’s DEI Strategy”
Register: https://sitesolutionssummit.com/event/include

Partner with Us

Collaborating with organizations that share our vision for inclusive research is central to how we grow and make an impact.

If you’re interested in participating in paid clinical trials or exploring opportunities to engage diverse populations in research, we invite you to connect with our team. We have a variety of ongoing paid clinical studies at our facility and are always looking for new participants.

Visit: https://esclinicalresearchgroup.com
Email: info@esclinicalresearchgroup.com

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Let’s continue building a future where every voice matters in clinical research.