Agenda
Tuesday, February 25
Kick off the 15th Annual Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference with a round at the legendary Torrey Pines Golf Course. As an added benefit for our conference attendees, Biocom California has secured a limited number of tee times at Torrey Pines Golf Course, the proud site of the PGA TOUR’s annual Farmers Insurance Open and the 2008 and 2021 U.S. Open Championships. Additional details coming soon.
When
February 25, 2025
7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Hughes Cottage
Conference registration will remain open throughout the entirety of the conference.
When
February 25, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
The Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference utilizes BIO Partnering™. Participating in partnering at the conference is the most efficient way to do business in the biotech and pharma industry—and now, it’s better than ever. The upgraded system makes it easy to search for and identify potential partners and request and schedule meetings with prospective biotech investors and senior business development executives.
When
February 25, 2025
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Alfred Mitchell
Our Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference will include multi-track company presentation sessions which provide a stage for emerging life science companies to showcase their latest innovations and gain additional exposure to investors and potential strategic partners in attendance. View our Company Presenters page to learn more about the companies selected to present at this year’s conference.
When
February 25, 2025
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Everett Jackson
When
February 25, 2025
10:45 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Our 15th annual conference will kick off with a dynamic panel discussion between leaders from Blackbird Laboratories, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Scripps Research and SPARK at Stanford. Don’t miss your opportunity to get an early glimpse of the hottest discoveries within these innovation hubs.
Speakers
Ben Cravatt, Ph.D.
Professor & Gilula Chair, Chemical Biology, The Scripps Research Institute
Thomas Daniel, M.D.
Director, Scripps Research; Chair & Founder, Life Science Cares San Diego
Shlomo Melmed, M.D.
Dean, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Matt Tremblay, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer, Blackbird Laboratories
Rieko Yajima, Ph.D.
Director, Drug Discovery Innovation, SPARK at Stanford
When
February 25, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 25, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Arroyo Terrace
Speakers
When
February 25, 2025
12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 25, 2025
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 25, 2025
2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Six years after Alpha Fold initiated the AI revolution in biotech, this panel will take stock of progress and disappointments to date and survey the ambitions driving entrepreneurs and pharmas into the decade ahead.
Speakers
When
February 25, 2025
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Matthew Bresnahan, J.D.
Partner, Wilson Sonsini
Jeremy Caldwell, Ph.D.
Partner, Red Tree Venture Capital
Mira Chaurushiya, Ph.D.
Managing Director, Westlake Village BioPartners
Jay Lichter, Ph.D.
Managing Director, Avalon Ventures
Carolyn Ng, Ph.D.
Partner & Managing Director, TPG Life Sciences Innovations
Camille Samuels
Director, Venrock Boards
When
February 25, 2025
4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Following our afternoon panel discussions, Biocom California invites you to a welcome reception at The Lodge at Torrey Pines. This reception provides an excellent opportunity to network with conference attendees and speakers, as well as gain exclusive access to the delegates visiting San Diego from all over the globe.
When
February 25, 2025
5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Charles Reiffel
Wednesday, February 26
We invite you to join us for a networking breakfast before our first session of the day. We encourage you to arrive by 8:15 a.m. to ensure you get a seat in time for the sessions kicking off at 8:30 a.m.
When
February 26, 2025
7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
The registration desk will remain open throughout the entirety of the conference.
When
February 26, 2025
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
The Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference utilizes BIO Partnering™. Participating in partnering at the conference is the most efficient way to do business in the biotech and pharma industry—and now, it’s better than ever. The upgraded system makes it easy to search for and identify potential partners and request and schedule meetings with prospective biotech investors and senior business development executives.
When
February 26, 2025
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Alfred Mitchell & Hotel Rooms
Join us as we kick off day two of our conference with welcome remarks from Biocom California’s President & CEO, Tim Scott.
Speakers
When
February 26, 2025
8:15 a.m. to 8:25 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 26, 2025
8:25 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Devang Bhuva
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development, Gilead Sciences
Kate Hillier, MBBS
Partner, Cooley
Grace Han McMahon
AVP and Head, Pacific BD&L, Merck
Jay Stamatis
Vice President, Head of Business Development and Acquisitions, AbbVie
Issei Tsukamoto, Ph.D.
SVP, Head of Business Development, Astellas Pharma
When
February 26, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 26, 2025
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 26, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Our Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference will include multi-track company presentation sessions which provide a stage for emerging life science companies to showcase their latest innovations and gain additional exposure to investors and potential strategic partners in attendance. View our Company Presenters page to learn more about the companies selected to present at this year’s conference.
When
February 26, 2025
11:00 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Everett Jackson
Join us for a networking lunch overlooking the world famous Torrey Pines golf course.
When
February 26, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Arroyo Terrace
Speakers
When
February 26, 2025
1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Luba Greenwood
Managing Partner, Binney Street Capital Venture Fund, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Jason Hafler
Managing Director, Sanofi Ventures
Jim Krenn
Partner & Co-Chair, Emerging Companies + Venture Capital Group, Morrison Foerster
Carole Nuechterlein
Head, Roche Venture Fund
Daniel O’Connell, M.D., Ph.D.
Partner, Novo Ventures
Asish Xavier, Ph.D.
Vice President, Venture Investments, Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JJDC
When
February 26, 2025
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Our Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference will include multi-track company presentation sessions which provide a stage for emerging life science companies to showcase their latest innovations and gain additional exposure to investors and potential strategic partners in attendance. View our Company Presenters page to learn more about the companies selected to present at this year’s conference.
When
February 26, 2025
2:45 p.m. to 4:20 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Everett Jackson
Speakers
Mark Paris, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Oncology Search and Evaluation, Daiichi Sankyo
Jeremy Quirk
VP BD&L Commercial Portfolio, GSK
Avi Spier, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Search & Evaluation, Novartis
Alicia Russo
Partner & Co-Chair, Intellectual Property Transactions Group, Venable
Omari Wise
Vice President, Business Development, Amgen
When
February 26, 2025
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Unwind from a day of enriching sessions and one-on-one partnering meetings while taking in the breathtaking views of the world-famous Torrey Pines Golf Course at our Gala Networking Reception on the outdoor lawn. Often hailed as the highlight of the conference, this evening reception promises great company, delicious bites and a fully hosted cocktail and mocktail bar ensuring everyone can raise a glass to success. Friendly Reminder: While San Diego is known for its great weather, please prepare to be outside as colder weather is anticipated.
When
February 26, 2025
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Arroyo Terrace
Thursday, February 27
The Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference utilizes BIO Partnering™. Participating in partnering at the conference is the most efficient way to do business in the biotech and pharma industry—and now, it’s better than ever. The upgraded system makes it easy to search for and identify potential partners and request and schedule meetings with prospective biotech investors and senior business development executives.
When
February 27, 2025
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Alfred Mitchell & Hotel Rooms
The registration desk will remain open for the entirety of the conference.
When
February 27, 2025
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
We invite you to join us for a networking breakfast before our first session of the day three.
When
February 27, 2025
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 27, 2025
8:15 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 27, 2025
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 27, 2025
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Adam Feire, Ph.D.
SVP, Head of Business Development / M&A and External Innovation, Biogen
Joel Klappenbach, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Worldwide Business Development, Pfizer
Tim Luker, Ph.D.
Vice President, Venture Science, West Coast USA Head, Corp BD, Eli Lilly and Company
Tari Suprapto, Ph.D.
Director, Search & Evaluation (West), Novo Nordisk
When
February 27, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 27, 2025
11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
When
February 27, 2025
12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Arroyo Terrace
Speakers
When
February 27, 2025
1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Kalli Dircks
Managing Director, Morgan Stanley
Richard Glynne, Ph.D.
Venture Partner; President & CSO, Inception Therapeutics Discovery Engine, Versant Ventures
Corey Goodman, Ph.D.
Managing Partner, venBio Partners
Tony Ho
Chief Scientific Officer & Senior Science Partner, Pivotal Life Sciences
Deborah Palestrant, Ph.D.
Partner & Executive Chair, 4:59 Initiative, 5AM Ventures
When
February 27, 2025
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
Detlev Mennerich, Ph.D.
Global Head, Boehringer Ingelheim Venture Fund
Bob More
Managing Director, Alta Partners
Mitchell Mutz, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur Partner, Vivo Capital
Hunter Reed
Vice President – Life Science, Alexandria Venture Investments, Alexandria Real Estate Equities
Court Turner
Partner, LYZZ Capital
When
February 27, 2025
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Speakers
When
February 27, 2025
4:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Where
The Lodge at Torrey Pines: Maurice Braun Ballroom
Join us for complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres immediately following the closing session of the conference. Don’t miss the opportunity to make those last connections with attendees and speakers before leaving sunny San Diego.