GRO-Biotech Events — Week of 12/4
Here are the latest events and opportunities, in the life sciences and beyond!
Tuesday, 12/5 Holiday Mixer at West End Labs. Join the NY Metro chapter of BuildsBio+, Elevate Research Properties, and Triumvirate Environmental for a holiday season get-together at the brand new West End Labs in Lincoln Square. Connect with industry professionals, enjoy great food and drinks, and toast to a successful year ahead. Don't miss out on this festive gathering! Note: Registration for this event is currently full, however, there is a waiting list.
(NEW!) Tuesday, 12/5 (+ Thursday, 12/21) LifeSci NYC Internship Program Info Session. Join internship program organizers and alumni to learn more about the city’s official program to pair undergraduate and graduate students with part- and full-time opportunities at local biotech and healthcare companies. Each Info Session will provide details on the program, tips on how to create a strong application, resume, and cover letters, as well as an opportunity for Q&A. The early bird application deadline is 12/31, so don’t miss these info sessions if you plan on applying!
Wednesday, 12/6 Preparing Your Med Tech Company for Acquisition. Join Orthogonal and MATTER for a webinar on how to prepare your med tech company for an eventual acquisition. You’ll hear from seasoned industry pioneers and experts, including Christian Johnson, co-founder of Seed Consulting Group, and David Van Sickle, co-founder of Propeller Health — which was acquired by ResMed — who will share case studies and hard lessons learned from their own experiences sitting on both sides of the table, as an entrepreneur and as an industry leader.
Wednesday, 12/6 Accelerating BioVenture Innovation Final Pitch Event. Join the BioVenture eLab at Weill Cornell for the culminating event in their semester-long Accelerating BioVenture Program. Teams of students present their pitches for review by a panel of investor judges. A networking reception will follow with hors d'oeuvres and beverages.
Wednesday, 12/6 JLABS NYC Holiday Reception. The most magical time of the year is just around the corner, and JLABS is thrilled to extend an invitation to their Winter Wonderland Holiday Reception to come together to celebrate the joys of the holidays and the warmth of our shared connections. Join the NYC JLABS team for an evening of festive cheer, enchanting decor, and delightful surprises as they transform JLABS into a Winter Wonderland.
Thursday, 12/7 An Ounce of Prevention: The Business Case for Preventative Healthcare. Healthcare is projected to total 40% of GDP. Innovations target prevention to potentially save money and improve quality of life. Business cases for preventative adoption are challenging for private investors. How do we navigate the coming challenges with government, providers, innovators, investors and patients? Join the WCBA program for a discussion on the future of prevention-focused healthcare innovation.
Thursday 12/7 (+ Weekly on Thursday) Starta Fall 2023 Pitch Contests. Join Starta Accelerator for their weekly Fall 2023 Pitch Contests, where founders hone their startups' pitch in front of a panel of judges consisting of VCs, angels ,and industry experts. After the presentations, there will be time for Q&A followed by networking with other frontrunners, entrepreneurs and investors of the NYC startup scene.
(NEW!) Thursday, 12/7 Design for Medical 3D Printing. Design plays a pivotal role in the realm of 3D-printed medical devices, serving as a linchpin in ensuring safety, efficacy, and innovation. The unique capabilities of 3D printing technology allow for the creation of highly customized and intricate medical devices, tailored to the specific needs of individual patients or medical applications.In this upcoming virtual event, 3DHEALS invites you to join a panel of design experts and startup founders to explore the future of DfAM (Design for Additive Manufacturing).
Thursday, 12/14 3rd Annual Hardware Holiday Party at NewLab. The NYC Hardware Meetup is back at Newlab with Informal for their annual Hardware Holiday Party! This year the meetup is also partnering with the NY Robotics Network to put this event on. As is the holiday tradition, there’ll be good beer, nice wines, delicious food, and a live jazz band playing holiday classics. Attire is informal and holiday sweaters are highly encouraged. Bonus points if yours lights up or has interactive elements!