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12.03.26
Demystifying Biopharma Business Development: Understanding the Process and Thriving as a BD Professional
This full-day workshop will be taught by accomplished business development (BD) professionals with deep experience in both large pharmas and small biotechs, providing perspectives from both sides of the table for biopartnering. If you have ever wondered what BD is, how to work efficiently and effectively with your BD team to advance your company’s strategy and programs, or even how to become a BD professional yourself, this is a good workshop for you (and your colleagues in R&D, regulatory, legal, finance, and even executive positions) to attend. The workshop will include presentations, case studies, and group exercises, and conclude with a panel discussion.
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10.21.26
Intellectual Property (IP) for Antibody and Related Therapeutics: Strategies, Best Practices and Case Studies
Antibody and related biologic therapeutics present unique intellectual property (IP) challenges throughout discovery, development, and commercialization. This online workshop will bring together IP attorneys and industry experts from Haynes Boone, Wilson Sonsini, Morgan Lewis, Morrison Foerster, and Amgen to discuss practical strategies, emerging legal issues, and real-world case studies. Attendees will gain insights into protecting innovation, managing IP risks, and navigating an evolving legal landscape shaped by advances in biologics and AI.
Affiliated Programs
10.20.26
East Coast NextGen VC Forum 2026
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premier event for venture capital professionals to deepen their knowledge of the life science and biotech sectors while building meaningful connections across the industry. The forum features expert led sessions that offer practical insights into evaluating, supporting, and scaling science-backed startups. Networking is built into the program to help participants expand their reach and grow their networks. Co-created with Wilson Sonsini, the half-day forum includes a networking lunch, three interactive one-hour sessions, and a closing happy hour.
Affiliated Programs
9.15.26
West Coast NextGen VC Forum
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premier event for venture capital professionals to deepen their knowledge of the life science and biotech sectors while building meaningful connections across the industry. The forum features expert led sessions that offer practical insights into evaluating, supporting, and scaling science-backed startups. Networking is built into the program to help participants expand their reach and grow their networks. Co-created with Wilson Sonsini, the half-day forum includes a networking lunch, three interactive one-hour sessions, and a closing happy hour.
Affiliated Programs
7.23.26
Bullseye: Targeting Healthier Outcomes & Returns
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to sponsor Bullseye: Targeting Healthier Outcomes and Returns, hosted by MedCity News at the Willis Tower in Chicago. Bullseye is an invite-only, one-day summit for healthcare and life science investors to network and have candid conversations, without the noise of a typical startup-focused conference. The event is designed to help investors connect with peers and surface opportunities beyond their existing pipelines, with sessions featuring leading voices in healthcare and life sciences investing.
Affiliated Programs
7.22.26
WIB-San Francisco Bay Area & PBSS: Symposium on the Advances in the Development of Therapeutics and Diagnostics for Women’s Health
PBSS is teaming up with Women in Bio (WIB) to host a virtual symposium focused on therapies and diagnostics for women’s health. You’ll hear from other speakers in industry, academia, and non-profit research organizations on their experience raising funding, setting new healthcare standards, and advocating for women’s health. Sara Kenkare-Mitra, formerly at Genentech and Alector, will give a plenary talk followed by panelists from the Gates Foundation, the Buck Institute, and industry experts. At the end of the symposium, there will be a panel for deeper conversations on the successes and current challenges in this space. This is a free industry event; register today.
Affiliated Programs
7.15.26
Compensation Confidential 2026: Preparing for Investors and Scaling Your Team
Wilson Sonsini is proud to support LaunchBio’s Beyond the Pitch webinar series. We invite you to tune in for Compensation Confidential 2026, a dedicated webinar designed for industry leaders, emerging entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating today's talent landscape.