First Snow of the Season
December 8, 2023
NYC got its first flurries yesterday. While the city’s snowfall didn’t quite match up with the contents of the photo, we thought it apt to mark the first snow of the season with this throwback of Nigel’s first New Hampshire snowshoeing adventure from last winter.
110 Years Strong
December 8, 2023
With an illustrious 110-year legacy, Aston Martin stands as a paragon of automotive elegance and performance. From its inception in 1913, the British luxury car manufacturer has consistently crafted iconic vehicles that seamlessly blend cutting-edge technology with timeless design, solidifying them as a personal favorite among us at That’s Nice.
Twee-son's Greetings
December 3, 2023
The British word of the day is "twee", as Sophie and the family enjoy an idyllic weekend in the village of Coln St. Aldwyns in the Cotswolds.
Here We Come...
December 3, 2023
Ever heard of the Baader-Meinhof phenomenon? Sometimes referred to as the frequency illusion, it’s a phenomenon involving the perceived frequent appearance of a newly-learned piece of information. With our 2024 Road Trip on the horizon, it feels like Australia is following us everywhere we go now, including this barbershop in Dam Neck, VA.
Sitting Down for Some Standup
December 1, 2023
Nigel’s kicking off the weekend with an evening of standup at the newly-opened Yonkers Comedy Club.
Aston Martin DB12
November 29, 2023
Just a few more months until the new toy arrives. After wowing journalists in the summer, the zenith of Aston Martin’s 75-year DB bloodline is now impressing judges of some of the world’s most prestigious motoring awards, with a host of international accolades, including Top Gear’s ‘Best GT Car’ of 2023.
Inflexion PE Partners
November 27, 2023
We're sending a warm holiday thank you to Christian and the rest of the Inflexion team, whom we had the pleasure of meeting in October at CPhI Barcelona. Nigel’s always happy to speak or take place in any kind of panel discussion, so being invited to do so at one of the industry’s biggest yearly events was a treat in itself. The wine party favor is the cherry on top.
Getting Pretty Good at This
November 22, 2023
Nigel is spending Thanksgiving in Kentucky. The onset of the midwestern cold calls for a roaring holiday fire, handcrafted from some freshly-cut, still-green wood, which offers plenty of decorative snap, crackle, and pop.
Batter Up
November 19, 2023
Alex at the plate with Brooklyn Dodgers legend Roy Campanella outside the National Baseball Hall of Fame during this weekend’s trip to Cooperstown.
Khaki & Coral
November 18, 2023
Albert’s taking in the last of the fall foliage with a nine-mile ruck run this Saturday morning.
John Mosack, COO at Tanvex CDMO
November 15, 2023
It’s been a pleasure getting to reconnect with John Mosack. With John sitting as Tanvex CDMO’s Chief Operating Officer, we’re collaborating closely with him to reposition the company within the US biomanufacturing space.
Feeling Lucky
November 15, 2023
Enjoying a pot luck lunch at the San Diego facility with Sylvia Hinds and the rest of the Tanvex CDMO team.
Shore Thing
November 12, 2023
Mark’s three girls admire a beautiful November sky over a calm Atlantic in Maryland. Not a traditional beach day for sure, but one to savor nonetheless.
30,000 LinkedIn Followers
November 7, 2023
18 years ago, Nigel signed up for a professional networking social platform called LinkedIn. 900 customers, 2.5 million miles, and 200 staff later, Nigel has reached the 30,000 followers mark on the same week LinkedIn reached 1 Billion members.
Infinity Laboratories
November 5, 2023
It takes a lot of work to bring together multiple business segments into one new brand. As we continue to roll out Infinity Laboratories' new brand image, which combines the services of 8 facilities nationwide, we appreciate all the support Joe & Hank gave us on the client side.
Road to Launch Episode 4
November 3, 2023
In the fourth and final episode of Road to Launch, drama unfolds and the crew nearly loses their main mast just 16 hours into day one of TransPac 2023. With the big blue sea looking to eat them alive, the crew of the Malilia are forced to make a difficult decision: continue the race or return to dry land?
Road to Launch Episode 3
November 3, 2023
All smiles for the the first day of the TransPac as we were setting sail on a 12 days journey across the pacific. Watch the first leg of the epic journey here: https://www.pharmasalmanac.com/road-to-launch
Brisbane
November 2, 2023
Taking some time in between AusBiotech meetings to enjoy the sights and culture of the lovely city of Brisbane, or as the locals call it, Brizzie.
Road to Launch Episode 2
November 1, 2023
Episode 2 of 4 of The Road to Launch is here! With the crew fully assembled and our faithful vessel — Malilia — prepared, we were eager to set sail. If only we could have known then what the open ocean had in store for us. Head to PharmasAlmanac.com to see the second installment of our epic journey during the TransPac 2023 race!
New Infinity Labs Branding
November 1, 2023
We’re loving the new Infinity Laboratories branding. As it begins to roll out, we’re confident that the rest of the industry is going to feel the same.
Road to Launch Episode 1
November 1, 2023
Episode 1 of 4 of The Road to Launch is LIVE! We’ve got a boat, but now it’s time to get that boat secured for a 12-day voyage, assemble the crew, and begin training for whatever the Pacific Ocean might have in store for us. Head to PharmasAlmanac.com to see the first part of the captivating tale of our participation in TransPac 2023!
AusBiotech 2023
November 1, 2023
He’s made it! AusBiotech 2023 marks the show’s return after a two-year hiatus as a result of the COVID pandemic. Nigel’s looking forward to what should be a busy event as we begin preparing for next year’s road trip: The Road to Australia.
Panel-rama
November 1, 2023
We’re getting educated Down Under. With the shows come the panels, and AusBiotech has no shortage of them.
Virgin Australia
November 1, 2023
If you’re following along, you might remember that we’re big fans of Virgin Airlines here. Nigel’s feeling good about being back on board as he heads from Sydney to Brisbane for AusBiotech.
The Road to Launch
October 31, 2023
The cat is out of the bag. We’re finally unveiling the story of “Road to Launch”! The teaser dropped today, but stay tuned throughout the week for the four-part series as it rolls out on LinkedIn and on PharmasAlmanac.com.
Upgraded!
October 30, 2023
It’s about time! The lovely folks at Delta Airlines have upgraded Nigel to a flat bed on the 23-hour flight from New York to Brisbane, firmly cementing them as our new favorite global airline (alongside their partner Virgin Atlantic, of course).
Aston Villa
October 29, 2023
Nigel is rubbing it in from afar. Aston Villa FC won their 11th home match in a row against Mark’s hometown of Luton.
Fall's in the Air
October 28, 2023
The leaves are turning and it’s getting colder. Fall is in the air. 2024 will be here before we know it, and we're looking ahead to what that will have in store for us.
Official
October 25, 2023
This year marks Nigel’s 26th year at CPhI Worldwide. Here’s to 26 more.
Tanvex CDMO
October 25, 2023
The new Tanvex CDMO website has gone live without a hitch — and looks great on mobile too. It’s been a pleasure supporting this innovative team’s expansion into the US market.
Infinity Laboratories
October 25, 2023
It’s’ been a lot of CPhI chatter on here for the past few days, but let’s not forget about the team in Orlando at AAPS. Our friends at Infinity Laboratories are down there as well this week unveiling their new branding and website.
A Study in Color
October 25, 2023
CPhI Worldwide 2023 is in full swing, and Scorpius’ rainbow booth is the center of attention.
Bird's Eye View
October 25, 2023
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of CPhI.
Cenexi
October 25, 2023
The day just got underway and the Cenexi booth is already rolling.
The Acropolis is On Top of This
October 25, 2023
Sophie's doing some sightseeing in Rhodes. Today's stop: the 2,000-year-old Lindos Acropolis.
The Creation of Adam
October 25, 2023
Jonny and Alejandro enjoying a well-earned feast before heading back to New York following a productive week at AAPS. Photo credit: Nancy Jin.
Touched Down in Barcelona
October 24, 2023
Across the Atlantic, Alan Walker’s arrived in Barcelona and is ready to hit CPhI.
The AAPS Dream Team
October 24, 2023
Jonny, Nancy, and Alejandro repping That’s Nice down in Orlando for this year’s AAPS. If you’re at the show, they’ll be there all day today and tomorrow, so be sure to stop by and see them!
Grifols Partnership
October 23, 2023
Grifols unveiled some new art at this year’s CPhI. We’re really into this color scheme.
TriRx
October 23, 2023
TriRx is up and running at CPhI. Like the rest of us here, their team is prepped for a busy week.
SPI Pharma
October 23, 2023
SPI Pharma’s red is really popping on this booth. We can’t wait to see the finished product shortly.
BIOVECTRA
October 23, 2023
Putting the finishing touches on the BIOVECTRA booth before the show doors officially open.
Scorpius BioManufacturing
October 23, 2023
Not to toot our own horn, but we’re absolutely thrilled with this stunning Scorpius BioManufacturing booth at this year’s CPhI.
Spooky Season
October 23, 2023
Alex got festive over the weekend with some pumpkin carving. No stencils needed.
Open Rhodes
October 23, 2023
Sophie and the boys are enjoying a week in Rhodes. Despite a troubling lack of halloumi (much to the boys’ displeasure), they appear to be doing quite well.
BVB, Dortmund Football Club
October 22, 2023
The newest addition to the football jersey collection — Dortmund FC.
That's Nice in Germany
October 21, 2023
We’re looking forward to expanding our global footprint in 2024. As always, stay abreast of what we’ve got in store.
Riding the Rails
October 21, 2023
Coming from NYC, we’re often quite jaded in our attitudes toward public transit. When abroad — particularly in Europe — it’s actually quite enjoyable to use the train, and makes for an immersive approach towards better understanding local culture.
Düsseldorf
October 21, 2023
Getting cultured in Düsseldorf. With a longstanding passion for fine art, Nigel’s doing his best to continue to expand his collection with a quick stop to a gallery.
Care for a Cocktail, Sir?
October 20, 2023
Nigel is leaving the life sciences to pursue a new career in bartending. Rumor has it that he mixes up one of the best martinis you’ll ever have.