Linda Burke

The Power of Presenting at Biotech Showcase: Unlocking Investor Interest and Strategic Partnerships

by Linda Burke

Date: Wednesday, December 10
Time: 11:00AM-12:15PM (ET) including Q&A
In this dynamic and insightful panel, we bring together a diverse group of industry leaders to explore the art and science of successful presentations at Biotech Showcase. As one of the largest and most influential healthcare investor conferences, Biotech Showcase takes place during “Healthcare Week” in San Francisco and offers unparalleled opportunities for biotech, TechBio, and seed companies to gain visibility, attract investment, and forge strategic partnerships. This session is designed to equip presenting companies with the tools and strategies needed to maximize their impact and stand out in a competitive landscape.

Panel Overview:
Drawing on the wealth of experience from both sides of the presentation podium, our expert panelists will provide a 360-degree view of what makes a company presentation truly compelling. From crafting your narrative to leveraging the latest digital tools, this session will cover all aspects of a successful Biotech Showcase appearance.

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Briefing Room Virtual Salon Series-Message Meets Meaning: Reconnecting Science and Society

by Linda Burke

Date: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 11:00AM-12:15PM (ET) including Q&A

In a rapidly changing world, scientific discovery has the power to transform the health and wellbeing of everyday people — yet the pace of innovation often outstrips public understanding, policy adaptation, and ethical reflection. This session of The Briefing Room explores how to close that gap: How can we make complex science and ideas relatable without diluting their substance? What systems and ethical frameworks can ensure that science serves society equitably and transparently? And what roles do communicators, creatives, and civic leaders play in building trust and meaning around science in public life? This is a conversation about responsibility, relevance, and the future of innovation in society. By integrating ethics, communication, and systems designed to connect discovery with lived experience, this conversation aims to inspire a new paradigm: one where innovation thrives through inclusive conversation, transparency, and shared purpose.

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Briefing Room Virtual Salon Series-Policy Pressure: Communicating at the Speed of Change

by Linda Burke

Date: Wednesday, October 1
Time: 11:00AM-12:15PM (ET) including Q&A

 As policy changes reshape the future of science and innovation, the biopharma industry is under unprecedented scrutiny. From drug pricing reforms and regulatory overhauls to evolving government funding priorities, policy turbulence is driving the narratives shaping public trust, investor confidence, and industry reputation. This session of The Briefing Room brings together leading journalists and policy analysts to examine how organizations can successfully navigate and reframe conversations about innovation and stay true to mission in a continuously changing policy environment.

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Spotlight Panels: A New Way to Maximize Visibility for Innovative Biotech Companies

by Linda Burke

Date: Wednesday, August 27
Time: 11:00AM-12:15PM (ET) including Q&A

This virtual salon will feature advice from investors, communication experts, and pharma BD on how to tell your story to attract funders and partners. Furthermore, this hour-long salon will introduce “Spotlight Panels” which are designed to maximize exposure for participating companies, elevate their visibility, and foster meaningful dialogue through expertly moderated, dynamic discussions with real-time audience interaction. Breaking from traditional pitch presentations, this innovative format creates richer, more memorable experiences for those seeking to discover and connect with the next wave of transformative biotech companies and technologies.

Moderator:
Lila Taylor, CBO, Demy-Colton

Panelists:
Uri Lopatin, Operating Partner, Khosla Ventures
Carolyn Ng, Partner, TPG Life Sciences Innovations
Jason Spark, Chief Biotech Officer, Inizio Evoke Communications
Chris Vlahos, Vice President, External Innovation, Acadia Pharmaceuticals

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A Conversation with Tim Opler: Navigating the Biotech Financial Markets in 2025

by Linda Burke

Join us for an insightful virtual salon, featuring Tim Opler, as we explore the evolving landscape of the biotech financial markets in 2025. As we enter a new era characterized by growth, complexity, and opportunity, the sector faces a myriad of challenges and advancements. With a new government in place, rapid technological innovations, shifting regulatory frameworks, and changing investor sentiments, understanding the future of biotech finance demands both expertise and strategic foresight.

This discussion will provide a comprehensive outlook on the biotech financial markets, offering valuable insights for investors, executives, and industry professionals. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the key factors shaping the market and learn how to navigate effectively in 2025 and beyond.

Tim Opler, Managing Director, Global Healthcare Group, Stifel
Interviewed by Sara Jane Demy, Founder & CEO, Demy-Colton

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2025 TechBio Investor and Technology trends at Biotech Showcase During Healthcare Week

by Linda Burke

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring a panel of TechBio CEOs, venture investors, and industry experts as they discuss the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of human health during Biotech Showcase and Healthcare Week, January 13th-15th in San Francisco. This session will provide valuable updates on what to expect from the TechBio sector, including emerging technologies and investment opportunities that are set to redefine patient care, drug discovery, tools, manufacturing and digital therapeutics. Don’t miss this chance to gain expert insights and discover how the convergence of technology and biology is transforming the healthcare landscape. 

Moderator:
Lila Taylor, CBO, Demy-Colton

Panelists:
Jessica Davis, Principal, Avant Bio
Marine Mallinson, Venture Advisor, Noetic Fund
David “DSO” Suendermann-Oeft, Founder & CEO, Modality.AI
Jan Van den Berghe, Co-Founder, Novalis Fund 
Alla Zamarayeva, CEO, CellFE 

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The Power of Presenting at Biotech Showcase: Unlocking Investor Interest and Strategic Partnerships

by Linda Burke

 

Moderator:
Lila Taylor, CBO, Demy-Colton

Panelists:
Kimberly Ha, Founder & CEO, KKH Advisors
Barak Kassar, Co-founder, BKW Partners
Reece Kresser, Biopharma Financing & M&A, HSBC
Marian Nakada, Vice President, Venture Investments, JJDC
Ashley Zehnder, Co-founder & CEO, Fauna Bio

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