• How the life science ecosystem comes together across academia, nonprofits, ecosystem supporters, biotechs, and pharma to accelerate progress from discovery to commercialization


• Why this ecosystem accelerates path-to-scale for early-stage biotech founders, reducing risk and development timelines


• Q&A session with industry leaders and ecosystem enablers who have decades of experience working with founders to scale operations and pipelines.

Moderator:
Sebastian Arana, Head of Process Solutions, MilliporeSigma

Panelists:
Shariq Usmani, CEO, Hiba Tx
Kim Brocchini, Senior Vice President of Membership, California Life Sciences
Luke Wallrich, Director, Partnerships & Strategy, LabCentral

Join this session to hear from the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development about how our state supports global life sciences leaders in establishing operations in California and promoting California exports around the world.

Presenter:
Maria Onorato, Associate Deputy Director for Industry Engagement

This session will highlight the latest findings from California Life Sciences’ Sector Report and Biocom’s Economic Impact Report through a peer-to-peer discussion amongst the CEOs of California’s life science member associations. Moderated by GO-Biz.

Moderator:
Maria Onorato, Associate Deputy Director, Industry Engagement & Development, GO-Biz

Panelists:
Mike Guerra, President & CEO, California Life Sciences
Tim Scott, President & CEO, Biocom

Make your way to the California Pavilion during the BIO Exhibit Hall Reception for great conversations, new connections, and a refreshing Topo Chico Margarita.

Connect with California’s life science leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators while enjoying one of BIO’s most vibrant networking destinations. Whether you’re looking to do business, build relationships, or simply recharge after a full day of meetings, stop by, grab a margarita, and see why California continues to lead the way in life sciences innovation.

California offers resources to support your business, including incentives, site selection services, permit navigation, and more. Join us to learn about how the State is prioritizing life sciences, and resources you can use to support your further growth in the state.

Presenters:
Rebecca Eusey, Business Development Manager for the Southern Border
Jeffrey McInnis, Sector Coordinator for Industry Engagement

Looks like we have some pawsitive new additions to our booth! Take a break Wednesday afternoon at the California Pavilion, booth #1525, to meet our furry assistants. Stop by for a quick cuddle with these adorable locals and feel your stress melt away. These pups are great at networking; they will certainly help you fetch some new connections. Don’t miss this opportunity to add a moment of furry delight to your convention week!