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We invite biotech startups, investors, and partners to join us for a day of enriching discussions, insightful panels, and targeted networking. The Summit offers an exclusive platform for leaders in biotechnology to share innovative ideas, explore investment opportunities, and forge strategic partnerships. Designed to catalyze growth and collaboration, this event integrates Nashville's emerging biotech landscape with national and global ecosystems, enhancing its role as a pivotal hub in the healthcare and biotech sectors

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SPEAKERS

Allyn Abadie Technology Advancement Launch TN
Anupam Kumar Electronics Innovation Specialist the Wond`ry
Austin Walne Partner ARTIS Ventures
Cameron Russ Program Coordinator Vanderbilt University
Chase Spurlock CEO & Co-Founder Decode Health
Dan Andrews VP, Life Sciences Practice Leader The Hanover Insurance Group
Gracie Francis Associate Director Alvarez Search
Jeremy Norris Field Sales Representative Bruker Scientific LLC
Johnny Price VP of Fundraising WeFunder
Justin Baba Chief Scientific Officer Yaya Scientific
Kadi Jones Vice President, Economic Development Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce
Karrie Dudek CEO Eupalinos, Inc.
Katherine Ivanova Co-founder & COO Hist.AI
Lisa Voronkova CEO Ova Solutions
Margaret Rox Chief Technology Officer VenoDynamics
Maya Frutiger Managing Partner Minnow Ventures
Monique Bennett Partner Phase Capital
Nadian Zak CEO and Founder Zak Human Solutions
Naira Baregamian Founder & CEO Fortuna Therapeutics
Noah Berlow Co-Founder and CTO First Ascent Biomedical
Patricia (Trish) Curry Technical Advisor/Business Development Director Labcorp
Quincy Quick Associate Vice President Research and Sponsored Programs Tennessee State University
Scott Paja Assistant Provost & Executive Director of Corporate Partnerships Vanderbilt University
Scott Rader Principal F1 Capital
Sesha Tekur Director, Business Development Thermo Fisher Scientific
Shaherah Yancy Founder & CEO Research Lifecycle Solutions
Shakthi Kumar Life Sciences and Healthcare CxO, Board Member, Investor Healthcare Life Sciences
Woody Bibb Partner Bibb Ventures
Yeenee Kim Leri Principal Montecor

BioTech Day Summit Stats

150+
Attendees
35+
Speakers
22+
Cities
13+
States

SPONSORS

Organizations Attending

ThermoFisher Houchens Insurance Group Labcorp Phase Capital The Wond'ry 2 Flo Ventures Vanderbilt University Zak Human Solutions Research Lifecycle Solutions Launch TN 615.vc The Hanover Insurance Group First Ascent Biomedical Ova Solutions Solas Bio Ventures Wefunder The Greater Nashville Venture Capital Association (GNVCA Belmont University Williamson, inc Bruker

SCHEDULE + SESSIONS

Friday - June 14, 2024

SpringHill Suites Cool Springs

5011 Aspen Grove Dr , Franklin , TN 37067 - Venue

Note: Panel and sessions subject to adjustments or change.
INVESTING
BUILDING
8:00am CST
60 min BREAKFAST
Breakfast + Networking
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10:00am CST
60 min PANEL
Navigating BioTech: Proven Strategies from Concept to Success
Accelerating Development, Regulatory Approval, and Market Adoption
10:00am CST
60 min PANEL
Strengthening Biotech Startups: Partnerships for Risk Mitigation
From Concept to Scale: How Insurance Shields Startups at Every Stage
11:00am CST
60 min PANEL
Innovative Funding Models: Grants, Crowdfunding, and Beyond
Exploring SBIR, Grants, and Other Non-Traditional Funding
11:00am CST
45 min PANEL
Role of AI in Revolutionizing Biotech and Healthcare
Exploring Cutting-Edge Applications and Impacts of Artificial Intelligence in Biotechnology
12:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Partnerships in Biotech: Collaborating for Success
Exploring Strategic Alliances and Joint Ventures to Accelerate Innovation and Growth
1:00pm CST
60 min LUNCH
Lunch + Networking
Enjoy a Light Lunch While Expanding Your Professional Network with Startups, VC and Partners in BioTech.
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2:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Venture Perspective: What We Look for in Biotech Startups
Key Criteria and Decision-Making Insights from Leading Biotech Investors
3:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Medical Devices: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities
Exploring Investment Strategies and Opportunities in Emerging Technologies
3:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Women in Biotech: Breaking Barriers
Celebrating Trailblazers and Tackling Challenges to Advance Biotech Innovation
4:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Funding Strategies for BioTech Startups
Exploring Effective Approaches to Secure Capital and Accelerate Growth
4:00pm CST
60 min PANEL
Biotech Workforce and Economic Development
Strategies for Building, Attracting, and Retaining Talent
5:00pm CST
120 min EVENT
Happy Hour
Enjoy an evening of casual networking. Connect and Collaborate: Meet with Industry Partners and VCs to Forge Valuable Relationships at the Summit
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BioTech Day Summit: Venue

SpringHill Suites by Marriott® | Franklin Cool Springs

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KEY THEMES AND TOPICS

Investment

Explore current trends: Where are biotech investors focusing? Understand the evolving competitive landscape and the challenges in securing funding, forging partnerships, and navigating acquisitions. Interactive panels will highlight strategies for success in a dynamic economic climate.

Innovation

Assess AI advancements in life sciences and anticipate future breakthroughs. Learn how emerging talents are transforming the industry with new skills and solutions. Sessions will explore the impact of these innovations on healthcare's future.

Building

Focus on the fundamentals of building and scaling a biotech company. This segment addresses strategic growth, operational challenges, and the key elements of successful team and culture development. Engage with leaders who have successfully navigated the journey from startup to established company.

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HIGHLIGHTS

The intersection of biotechnology, investment, and entrepreneurship defines the essence of the BioTech Day Summit. This premier event uniquely positions Nashville as a burgeoning hub for biotech innovation, providing unparalleled opportunities for startups and established entities to access capital, partnerships, and cutting-edge insights. The BioTech Day Summit bridges the realms of science and venture and partnerships, featuring two main groups of attendees:

Biotech founders and startups from Nashville, the greater south and the surrounding region, at different stages of their startup journey, will gather to explore opportunities for innovation, funding, and strategic growth.

Industry leaders, investors, scientists, partners and other stakeholders from diverse sectors within healthcare and biotechnology, will provide valuable insights and lead sessions aimed at fostering collaborations and advancing the biotech landscape.

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