October 23, 2026
Registration will remain open throughout the conference.
Stephen Brady
Chair, Tempest Therapeutics
Natalie Holles
CEO, Aura Biosciences
Cory Nicholas, Ph.D.
Co-Founder & CEO, Neurona Therapeutics
Jackie Ross
Managing Director, Executive Recruiter & Coach, Russell Reynolds Associates
Maria Soloveychik, Ph.D.
CEO & Co-Founder, SyntheX Bio
Richard Yu
CEO & Co-Founder, Abalone Bio
The wine tasting lunch serves as a complement to the enriching sessions and discussions taking place during the summit. It provides a moment of respite, allowing attendees to recharge, network, and engage with industry peers on a more personal level. The combination of gourmet cuisine, expertly paired wines, and a relaxed atmosphere sets the stage for productive conversations and the formation of lasting connections.
Lazar Bojic
VP, Investor Network, Curie.Bio
Mira Chaurushiya, Ph.D.
Managing Director, Westlake Village BioPartners
Max Farina, M.D.
Principal, 5AM Ventures
Nan Li
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Dimension
Tim Luker, Ph.D.
Vice President, Lilly Ventures, West Coast USA Head, Corp BD, Eli Lilly
Preetha Ram, Ph.D.
Managing Partner, Pier 70 Ventures
Unwind from a day of dynamic panel discussions and presentations and join industry peers in continued conversations on the beautiful outdoor patio of Ram’s Gate Winery. Enjoy gourmet food stations and refreshing beverages while taking in the picturesque views of Sonoma. This reception provides an excellent opportunity to network with summit attendees and speakers one final time before the conference closes.