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Life science industry marketing executives rely on key opinion leaders (KOLs)—physicians and other stakeholders who have earned credibility with their medical colleagues based on their expertise and scientific stature—to diffuse innovation and disseminate scientific information regarding innovative treatments and new products. Thought leaders are a critical component of a pharmaceutical company's professional marketing and medical strategies. But companies face a real challenge in creating, maintaining, and leveraging those relationships while safely navigating logistical issues and regulatory waters.