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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.
WSGR Events
10.21.26
Wilson Sonsini Biotech Summit 2026
We invite you to join us for Wilson Sonsini's Third Annual Biotech Summit. This dynamic, high-profile event will convene leaders from across the biotech industry, including prominent investors, CEOs, founders, key decision makers, and researchers.
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
10.18.26
LES 2026 Annual Meeting
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to support the Licensing Executives Society (LES) 2026 Annual Meeting in San Diego on October 18-21, 2026. LES's flagship annual gathering brings together IP and licensing professionals from the industry community. Several of our technology transactions team members are participating in this year's program.
Affiliated Programs
10.09.26
From Lab to Launch: Translating Academic Innovation into Successful University Spinouts
Wilson Sonsini is a proud supporter of San Diego State Division of Research and Innovation. On October 9, 2026, San Diego State University and the National Academy of Inventors will host an informative session for researchers interested in innovation, translation, and spinouts.
Affiliated Programs
10.08.26
Biocom San Diego CEO Summit 2026
Wilson Sonsini is proud to sponsor the Biocom California San Diego CEO Summit, taking place October 8 at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Partner Nellie Brutocao will moderate the panel “AI in Life Sciences,” featuring a discussion on how artificial intelligence is transforming biotech—from research and clinical development to infrastructure and enterprise operations—and where it holds the greatest potential to accelerate timelines and reshape how companies operate.
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.
Speaking Engagements
7.01.26
Wilson Sonsini and DLG to Co-Host Seminar on Building Long-Term Value in Korean Bio-ventures' Global Expansion
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to co-present this seminar alongside Korean law firm DLG, with attorneys Ian Edvalson, Minyoung Shin, and Ariel Jeong speaking on how Korean bio-ventures can build and sustain long-term enterprise value as they expand globally.