LARGER THAN LIFE SCIENCE | Onward NC!

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Larger Than Life Science is an event series open to everyone interested in building a strong support network for biotech & life sciences

The Chesterfield

<p>Larger Than Life Science®  |  The Chesterfield</p><p></p><h1>Onward NC! Current State of the North Carolina Biotech Community</h1><p>Larger Than Life Science is an event series open to everyone interested in building a strong support network for North Carolina’s life science and healthcare innovators. Join us for an exploration of the many no's it takes to get to yes. Plus networking with fellow innovators,  catering by <a href="https://boricuasoulnc.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Boricua Soul</a> and craft beer from local favorites, <a href="https://www.durtybull.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Durty Bull.</a></p><h3></h3><h2>Panel 1:</h2><h3><strong>State of Industry: Latest Updates on the North Carolina Biotech Community </strong></h3><p>LaunchBio’s Larger Than Life Science is back at the Chesterfield! It’s been an eventful three years since our last program at the legendary downtown Durham innovation space. Now is a great time to reflect on the progress that the NC biotech community has made over the past few years, examine where we are now, and look ahead at how to continue advancing. North Carolina is poised for growth with all the necessary components of a successful biotech ecosystem, including world renowned research institutions, top talent, an emerging investment community, supportive infrastructure, and a business-friendly environment. The question is: How does the North Carolina biotech community leverage its strengths to keep forward momentum through turbulent times?</p><p>Learn from local industry leaders about the region’s opportunities and the drivers for growth. Gain insights from life science analysts on the current state of the industry and potential challenges that lie ahead. Connect with others as biotech forges ahead in NC! </p><ul><li>Ed Field, MBA, President, North Carolina BioLabs (Moderator)</li><li>Mankit Law, PhD, MBA, Worldwide Business Development Director, GSK</li></ul><ul><li>Laura Gunter, MBA, President North Carolina Biosciences Organization</li><li>Pepper Landson, CPC, Co-Founder &amp; President, Praetego, Inc.</li></ul><p></p><h2>Panel 2:</h2><h3><strong>Emerging Innovations: North Carolina’s Startup Showcase</strong></h3><p>NC’s got talent! This thriving regional entrepreneurial community is  churning out some top notch companies, and BioLabs continues to be a hotspot for these high potential companies. Several local startups will  share  their biotech innovations, discuss their experience with  transactional deals and navigating a difficult market climate, and their  journey as a life science entrepreneur in North Carolina. </p><ul><li>Derrick Rowe, PhD, JD, Of Counsel, WSGR (Moderator)</li><li>Jeff Schaal, PhD, Senior Vice President, Solve Therapeutics</li><li>Kelli Luginbuhl, PhD, Co-Founder / CEO, Isolere Bio</li><li>Ryan Hallet, PhD, Co-founder of Dualogics, VP of Product Dev. at Lanier Biotherapeutics</li></ul>

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