Question 1

Are sponsorship opportunities available  for this event?

Accepted Answer

This event offers select sponsorship opportunities for organizations looking to connect with influential leaders across biopharma and technology through meaningful, high-impact engagement. Submit sponsorship inquiries to email carmen@melanin-science.com

Question 2

What is the dress code for the event?

Accepted Answer

Dress Code: Elevated business attire or cocktail wear. In celebration of Black History Month, attendees are encouraged to wear melanin-inspired tones—skin-tone shades, nudes, browns, tans, and warm neutrals that reflect the beauty and diversity of all complexions.

Question 3

Where will the event be held?

Accepted Answer

The event will be held at The CommonWealth Club, SF Embarcadero. 
110 The Embarcadero
Taube Family Auditorium
San Francisco, CA 94105

Question 4

What is The CommonWealth Club?

Accepted Answer

Commonwealth Club World Affairs of California is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Each year, we bring hundreds of events on topics ranging across politics, culture, society and the economy to thousands of members and to the public.

Question 5

What is the event schedule?

Accepted Answer

5:30–6:00 PM: Cocktail arrivals and check-in
6:00–7:00 PM: Fireside chat
7:00–8:00 PM: Cocktails and open networking

Question 6

When and where is the event?

Accepted Answer

Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 5:30–8:00 PM
Location: The Commonwealth Club, San Francisco (Embarcadero)

Question 7

Who should attend this event?

Accepted Answer

This event is ideal for professionals, founders, executives, investors, and leaders working at—or interested in—the intersection of technology and biopharma, including healthcare innovation, biotech, life sciences, data, AI, and digital health.

Question 8

Who are the panelists for the event?

Accepted Answer

Gerren Wilson, Pharm.D – Lifecycle Leader, Global Product Strategy, Roche
Tashica Williams Amirgholizadeh, J.D., Ph.D. – Senior Associate General Counsel, IP, Gilead Sciences
Sanna Gaspard, PhD – CEO & Founder, Rubitection Inc.
Farron Rucker – CTO & Co-Founder, Syntex

Question 9

What is the focus of the discussion?

Accepted Answer

The conversation will explore how the convergence of technology and biopharma is transforming healthcare, accelerating scientific discovery, and shaping the future of the industry. Topics will include innovation, leadership, investment, and emerging opportunities across tech and life sciences.

Question 10

Which wineries will be present?

Accepted Answer

Black Vines Collective Wines: Indigené Cellars is a winery in Paso Robles, CA that has produced multiple award winners. www.indigenecellars.com; Violets Paradise: Producing dynamic, celebratory, nuanced wines that people love. We create paid work opportunities and access from production to sale.

Question 11

50% off Waymo Discount Feb 25

Accepted Answer

Waymo has partnered with us on this event to provide 50% off discount to event attendees. Use code "MELANIN26" and tag #waymo with a video post of your ride to encourage Waymo to continue to support our organizations.

Question 12

Who are the sponsors for this event?

Accepted Answer

AMP Marketing and PR
The Michelle Meow Show
2F Drink
Black Vines
Chef Joseph Paire III
Luxe Bites
Lawyers FTP
DoubleTime Gas Stations
Indigené Cellars
Violets Paradise Wines
Theopolis Vineyards
Ikenga Wines
VintNoir
Waymo
Overshine Wines
SEO Video Show

Question 13

Who is the featured speaker for the event?

Accepted Answer

Featured speaker for the event is San Francisco's first Black woman mayor, London Breed.

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