Second to funding, navigating the regulatory process can be the most challenging aspect of running your start-up. Kathleen Gibbon, director of global regulatory affairs with Janssen Research & Development, explains what healthcare startups need to know about regulatory affairs and how to locate the information. The workshop is geared towards pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device … Continue reading “JLabs Workshop: How to Formulate a Regulatory Roadmap”
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BizStarts Investor Forum
BizStarts Milwaukee and Silicon Pastures will host a startup pitch event in which investors from both groups and University Club members will hear presentations from two companies, Content XLerator and Xolve. Tickets are $75. Networking begins at 5 p.m., and pitches start at 6:15 p.m.
BioNetWork Power Hour
PowerBuy 4 You is putting on a free networking event for “biotechnology professionals and related supply/service industries of all levels to come relax, meet others in their profession in a casual atmosphere, and have an opportunity to exchange great ideas.” There will be free food, including hamburgers and brats; drinks, including beer provided by MobCraft … Continue reading “BioNetWork Power Hour”
Connect Entrepreneur Hall of Fame Luncheon for Qualcomm Co-Founder Andrew Viterbi
Connect, the San Diego nonprofit supporting technology entrepreneurship, is inducting Qualcomm co-founder Andrew Viterbi into its Entrepreneur Hall of Fame. Viterbi is renowned for the Viterbi algorithm, a means of separating information from background noise. As one of the most important mathematical concepts of the 20th century, the Viterbi algorithm is used in most mobile … Continue reading “Connect Entrepreneur Hall of Fame Luncheon for Qualcomm Co-Founder Andrew Viterbi”
StartupChicks Milwaukee: ‘First Flocking in Wisconsin’
StartupChicks is hosting the first networking event for its new Milwaukee chapter. The nonprofit helps women entrepreneurs through events, educational programs, and facilitating connections to mentors and other resources. Women get in free of charge and will be offered happy hour specials by Karma Bar & Grill. Men are asked to make a small donation … Continue reading “StartupChicks Milwaukee: ‘First Flocking in Wisconsin’”
Hope to See You Thursday at “New York’s Life Science Disruptors”
The weather is warming up just in time for a little disruption in New York biotech. Come join us and celebrate the respite from the deep freeze: our latest event, “New York’s Life Science Disruptors,” will kick off Thursday afternoon at 5 pm at the Alexandria Center for Life Science in East Manhattan. We’ve brought … Continue reading “Hope to See You Thursday at “New York’s Life Science Disruptors””
Engineering Research Expo and Open House at UC San Diego
More than 200 engineering and computer science graduate students at UC San Diego will present their research at a poster session at the school’s annual Research Expo. The afternoon event in the Price Center on the UC San Diego campus includes 20-minute talks from faculty who are leading research centers at the Jacobs School of … Continue reading “Engineering Research Expo and Open House at UC San Diego”
Techstars Mobility Accelerator Info Session
Managing director Ted Serbinski will be on hand to offer information and answer questions about Techstars’ new Detroit accelerator, which focuses on mobility startups. For details and registration, click here.
NYU Entrepreneurs Festival
Over 1,000 people will come together at the NYU Entrepreneurs Festival (NYUEF) to celebrate the stories of NYU founders, startups, and entrepreneurs.
Women In Bio Event: Building the Future of Biotech
Women In Bio-San Francisco Bay Area is hosting a half-day event at UCSF-Mission Bay, highlighting pioneering women on the cutting edge of biotech research. The conference begins at 12:30 pm at Byers Auditorium, 600 16th Street, San Francisco. Panels will discuss new scientific tools, and diagnostic tests associated with pharmaceuticals. In the first panel, speakers … Continue reading “Women In Bio Event: Building the Future of Biotech”
From Lab Bench to Plant: Scale-Up Workshop
During this five-day workshop, attendees will learn about the issues that result from moving a chemical process from the laboratory bench to a chemical plant, including safety, chemical testing of raw materials, environmental and waste regulations, scale-up economics, and “war stories” from experienced entrepreneurs. For details and registration, click here.
SBIR and STTR Training Program
Join SBIR/STTR expert Michael Kurek for this introduction to the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, which make capital available to innovative small companies. Participants will learn about program basics including eligibility, selecting the right agency, and key components of a competitive proposal. Click here to register.
PAX East
Information and registration here. In 2004, the folks at Penny Arcade decided they wanted a show exclusively for gaming. Sure, comics, anime, and other nerd hobbies were cool, and those activities all had their own shows… so what about games? From that idea spawned a small 4,500 person event in Bellevue, Washington, focused on the … Continue reading “PAX East”
MassTLC 2015 Annual Meeting
Rise and grind techies! And, get your morning dose of news, commentary, economic forecast, and policy insights at the region’s first “talk show” inspired tech event. Local celebrity host John Landry – one of the region’s greatest personalities, long-time techie, angel investor, and advisor – will lead us through a unique morning of commentary, guest … Continue reading “MassTLC 2015 Annual Meeting”
CXO Forum: It Takes a Long Time to Become an Overnight Success – Overcoming the Challenges to be a Strong Leader
Although many would love to believe differently, success does not happen overnight. It takes work, hard work. And perseverance. And having the experience of failures along the way. Join us and top CEOs in the region as they share their stories about how they achieved success and what they learned along the way. With insights … Continue reading “CXO Forum: It Takes a Long Time to Become an Overnight Success – Overcoming the Challenges to be a Strong Leader”
Big Data and the Knowledge Worker: Impacts on Workforce and the Economy
Keynote: Tom Davenport, Professor and Author of bestsellers including Big Data at Work and Competing on Analytics Now that big data is mainstream, it’s no longer about ‘big’ data versus ‘small’ data, but the finding the right data. Much of the future future of big data lies in the affect it will have on knowledge … Continue reading “Big Data and the Knowledge Worker: Impacts on Workforce and the Economy”
Communitas Award Dinner for Biocom CEO Joe Panetta
The San Diego life sciences leader who usually honors others biotech leaders—Biocom CEO Joe Panetta—is being honored at a dinner hosted by Convivio, a local nonprofit Italian networking and cultural organization. Convivio is honoring Panetta with its inaugural Convivio Communitas Award for leadership. More information and online registration is here.
Meet with the California Stem Cell Institute
Neil Littman of the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) will be presenting an overview of its mission to accelerate the development of stem cell therapies to patients with unmet medical needs. The institute has adopted a new strategy intended to make it easier to get grants and loans for stem cell R&D. More information … Continue reading “Meet with the California Stem Cell Institute”
Napa Summit 2015
Napa Summit 2015 marks the fourth convening of an intimate and interdisciplinary gathering where far-seeing technologists and exemplary business leaders and investors come together to explore what’s over the horizon. Together we’ll discuss insights, challenges, and proposed solutions to big issues spanning the economy, STEM education, aging, energy, personalized medicine, cybersecurity, robotics, food technology, online … Continue reading “Napa Summit 2015”
Startup Grind Madison: Adrian Fortino, Mercury Fund
From the event organizer: “Startup Grind Madison is a monthly fireside chat series located in 100State on the Capital Square. Our goal is to bring together Madisonians who share an interest in startups, small business and innovation and want to build Madison’s startup community. On February 19, we will be holding a fireside chat with … Continue reading “Startup Grind Madison: Adrian Fortino, Mercury Fund”
Local Investing Training for Washtenaw Co. Residents
Revalue offers this class to teach Washtenaw County residents about local investing, due diligence, managing risk, and more. The interactive format includes teaching, facilitated discussion, and a simulation game. For details and registration, click here.
Houston 2035
What will it take to create the innovation city of the future? Join us at Houston 2035, a unique conference designed to look out 20 years and beyond to explore the future of the city’s high-tech economy—and how today’s stakeholders can innovate to not only preserve, but enhance, Houston’s role as a hub for global … Continue reading “Houston 2035”
“The Rise of Alternative Finance” Silicon Valley Conference
Explore new methods of finance, from peer-to-peer lending, crowdfunded small business and real estate finance, as well as review existing and developing legal considerations and international initiatives. In bringing together industry thought-leaders, this is destined to offer unique and valuable insights to this growing industry, especially focused on: Future of online investment Peer 2 Peer … Continue reading ““The Rise of Alternative Finance” Silicon Valley Conference”
Startup Pitch Day & Mixer with VCs, Angels & Entrepreneurs
Join Founders Space for their Pitch Day & Mixer in San Francisco. Use discount code “25OFF” for your Xconomy discount. Judging the startups will be top VCs and Angel Investors forming our panel, including… Jay Zhao, Granite Ventures Doug Dooley, Venrock Ventures Adam Boyden, RPM Ventures Roseanne Wincek, Canaan Partners David Lane, FOUNDERS.VC Kristina Shen, Bessemer Ventures and more… Have … Continue reading “Startup Pitch Day & Mixer with VCs, Angels & Entrepreneurs”
Blackstone LaunchPad Pitch Contest
Entrepreneurs will have an opportunity to pitch their business ideas to a panel of investors at the fourth annual Blackstone LaunchPad Funding Symposium. Panelists include representatives from Patronicity, Kiva Detroit, Comerica Bank, Detroit Development Fund, Growth Capital Network, Mission Throttle, Invest Detroit, and Dynamic Wealth. Following a presentation about funding options that exist for startups, … Continue reading “Blackstone LaunchPad Pitch Contest”
TechConnect 2015
Information and registration here. TechConnect is an annual conference organized by the MS-MBA Association at Boston University’s School of Management. The event is designed to engage current and future business leaders in dialogue on technology trends and concepts. Both sides have a chance to learn from the experiences of the other. TechConnect is completely run … Continue reading “TechConnect 2015”
Big Data and Business Analytics Symposium
Wayne State University hosts this second annual conference, which examines how big data can serve as a bridge to the next wave of innovation and growth for Southeast Michigan. Several keynote speakers will discuss the fundamentals of big data management, including Kenneth Park, vice president of research environment and business solutions at HealthCore; Michelle Eissele, … Continue reading “Big Data and Business Analytics Symposium”
#Hypebrr, A YWeb Career Academy Fundraiser
From the event organizer: “Come join us for a night of food, cocktails, music, games and an amazing list of guest speakers. YWCA and Adorable have come together to create YWeb Career Academy, a 400 hour education program to teach computer coding to young women and people of color who are underrepresented in the technology … Continue reading “#Hypebrr, A YWeb Career Academy Fundraiser”
Thumbs Up Detroit Conference & Exposition
Josh Linkner, founding partner at Detroit Venture Partners and best-selling author, and John Barfield, founder of Bartech Group, will headline this conference designed to capture the feeling of Detroit’s reinvention and celebrate the history and people who made it possible. Additional conference speakers include Detroit-area entrepreneurs and thought leaders. For details and registration, click here.
National Hardware Cup at TechShop
TechShop Detroit is partnering with Autodesk, Alphalab Gear, and others to host a competition for hardware startups. Any company with a physical product component is eligible to apply: manufactured products, Internet of Things/connected devices, robotics, furniture, medical devices, etc. The regional winners are eligible to compete in the national finals for the Startbot grand prize of … Continue reading “National Hardware Cup at TechShop”
Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Summit
The Texas Healthcare & Bioscience Institute (THBI) is composed of biotechnology, medical device, and pharmaceutical companies; universities and private research institutions; and other companies. Statewide political and industry leaders will gather to discuss the regulatory and economic landscape for life sciences and biotech companies. For more information on its annual conference, click here.
Xconomy Forum: Robo Madness West
The robotics industry is at an inflection point. Self-driving cars, automated warehouses, and drone delivery systems are on the horizon. Commercial robots have become more capable and accessible, thanks to cheaper and more powerful sensors and computers, open-source software and hardware, and advances in 3D printing and connected devices. While giants like Google, Facebook, and … Continue reading “Xconomy Forum: Robo Madness West”
Global Innovator February Demo Night: Smart Data & Analytics
Demo night featuring startups from around the world who are expanding in the US. Hosted by Worldwide Investor Network, with keynote speaker Samer Hamadeh, founder and CEO of Zeel.com. Panelists will include Matt Turck, managing director with FirstMark Capital; Marc Michel, managing partner with Metamorphic Ventures; Jalak Jobanputra, founding partner with FuturePerfect Ventures; and Eliot Durbin, general partner with BOLDstart Ventures. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/global-innovator-february-demo-night-tickets-15089992574
Xconomy Forum: What’s Hot in Boston Biotech
Life sciences innovation is moving fast these days, and perhaps nowhere is this more evident than in Boston. Local companies, researchers, and entrepreneurs are pursuing some of the boldest ideas in the field—T-cell therapy, gene therapy, and microbiome analysis, among others. What’s more, they’re seeing real results, in human trials, that indicate these approaches might … Continue reading “Xconomy Forum: What’s Hot in Boston Biotech”
MIT Sloan CIO Symposium
Information and registration here. From the event site: Digitization and exponential improvements in technology (faster, cheaper, smarter) are the foundation of future success. Accelerated success will come through new combinations of people, processes, and technology ─ finding smarter, more efficient ways to manage current operations; using technology, including the Internet of Things, to redefine products; … Continue reading “MIT Sloan CIO Symposium”
Web Innovators Group
WebInno 44. Information and registration here. WebInno is a regular gathering of over 1,000 people engaged in Internet and mobile innovation. Open to everyone in the community.
Mass Innovation Nights
This is Mass Innovation Nights #70. Registration and information here. 10 new products waiting to showcase. Support local innovation—network and have fun at the same time!
Venture Investor Bob More of the Gates Foundation
Bob More, who heads venture investing for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, will provide an overview of the foundation’s key areas of interest, and describe best practices for those seeking funding. More leads the foundation’s global health division, which aims to harness advances in science and technology to save lives in developing countries. The … Continue reading “Venture Investor Bob More of the Gates Foundation”
Plato at The Googleplex, Rebecca Newberger Goldstein at UC San Diego
Author and philosopher Rebecca Newberger Goldstein argues that there is a place for philosophy and the humanities in today’s data-driven, technology-obsessed world. In her 2014 book, Plato at The Googleplex: Why Philosophy Won’t Go Away, Goldstein imagines what Plato would say if he were to come to life in the 21st century. More information is … Continue reading “Plato at The Googleplex, Rebecca Newberger Goldstein at UC San Diego”
CalBio 2015
CalBio is the annual industry conference sponsored by San Diego-based Biocom and San Francisco-based BayBio. To discuss how CEOs and entrepreneurs perceive and manage risk within the turbulent life science industry, CALBIO 2015 offers a platform for industry leaders in California to share ideas ranging from science to business and relevant global issues and events. … Continue reading “CalBio 2015”
San Diego Venture Outlook 2015
The San Diego Venture Group has asked Cack Wilhelm of Scale Venture Partners, Jonathan MacQuitty of Abingworth, and David Coats of Correlation Ventures to offer their insights and outlook for the venture industry in 2015. Scale, based in Foster City, CA, specializes in SaaS, Cloud, Mobile and Internet sectors. Wilhelm joined Scale last year and … Continue reading “San Diego Venture Outlook 2015”
MIT Enterprise Forum NW: How Much is Your Startup Worth?
It’s a good question. The MIT Enterprise Forum Northwest has recruited Troy Hartzell of Evolution Capital Advisors, Yi-Jian Ngo of the Alliance of Angels, R. Branden Harper of Lighter Capital, and Brent Barton of River Rock Endeavors to answer it. More information and registration can be found here. This event costs $25.
WTIA Tech in Focus: Machine Learning
The Washington Technology Industry Association continues its Tech in Focus series with a look at the hot area of machine learning. A panel including Ian Dempster of Optimum Energy, Andrew Musselman of Accenture, Dipankar Ray of Microsoft, and Benjamin Skrainka of Context Relevant will share insights. Find more information and registration details here.
Xconomy Forum: Robo Madness Boston
It’s a critical time for robotics and artificial-intelligence companies. While iRobot paved the way for commercial robots, tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Facebook are harnessing the technology in new ways. From self-driving cars to automated warehouses to drone-delivery systems, machines that move and think could remake some of the world’s biggest industries. Meanwhile, startups … Continue reading “Xconomy Forum: Robo Madness Boston”
Xconomy Xchange: New York’s Life Science Disruptors
It’s no secret that the life sciences ecosystem in New York is undergoing a radical transformation. A new environment of collaboration has created a wellspring of initiatives aimed at taking advantage of the city’s research might and turning scientific ideas to commercial reality. The groundwork has been laid for the formation of a vibrant startup … Continue reading “Xconomy Xchange: New York’s Life Science Disruptors”
Managing Rapid Growth: Staying on Top and Ahead of the Success Wave
From the event organizer: “New opportunities—and problems—come with rapid growth. They all require different managerial and leaders. Mary D. Gale is a lecturer at Babson College and board member and investor in several high-growth startups. She is a former startup CEO & strategy consultant.” Click here for more information on Gale’s talk and to register … Continue reading “Managing Rapid Growth: Staying on Top and Ahead of the Success Wave”
RokkinCat Hack & Tell
From the event organizer: “Hack & Tell is a hackathon that is actually a hackathon. There is no need for business models, customer validation, or extravagant pitches. The purpose of this hackathon is to hang out and team up with other developers and designers for the sake of making something. There will be free food … Continue reading “RokkinCat Hack & Tell”
European Strategies for Biocom Device & Diagnostic Companies
Biocom has organized this workshop is for C-level executives of medical device and diagnostic companies seeking to manage the challenges of expansion in Europe. More information and online registration is here.
Startup Milwaukee: Adding WiFi to Your Next Embedded Project
From the event organizer: “In this discussion, we will focus on the features of the Electric Imp—a low-cost way to easily add WiFi to your embedded project. We will focus on the hardware, device software, agent software, and enablement options. Finally, I will bring a couple of Electric Imps for those interested in playing with … Continue reading “Startup Milwaukee: Adding WiFi to Your Next Embedded Project”
Mobile Monday Detroit Year-End Wrap-Up
Mobile Monday Detroit holds its monthly meeting, this time discussing what happened in mobile in 2014 and what the future holds. Speakers include Randy Nunez, senior network engineer at Ford; Glenn Everitt, technical and mobile consultant for Compuware; and Linda Daichendt, executive director of the Mobile Technology Association of Michigan. For details and registration, click … Continue reading “Mobile Monday Detroit Year-End Wrap-Up”