BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//BioNJ - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:BioNJ X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bionj.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for BioNJ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T110000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250701T153626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T124138Z UID:15948-1753954200-1753959600@bionj.org SUMMARY:From Price Controls to Production Lines: How Policy Is Reshaping Biopharma Strategy DESCRIPTION:Webinar: From Price Controls to Production Lines: How Policy Is Reshaping Biopharma Strategy \n\n\n\nThursday\, July 31 | 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. | Free to BioNJ Members \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER TODAY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBioNJ and Manatt Health invite you to a high-impact webinar exploring how today’s policy environment is transforming the economics\, strategy and logistics of bringing therapies to market. With federal action on drug pricing reform and pharmaceutical supply chain security accelerating\, life sciences leaders must adapt to a new set of constraints — and opportunities.  \n\n\n\nThis session will bring together legal\, policy and market experts to examine how the policies like the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\, the Most-Favored Nation Executive Order\, Budget Reconciliation and the BIOSECURE Act are reshaping drug development timelines\, manufacturing strategies and commercialization risk. From pricing pressures and exclusivity reform to reshoring incentives and funding models\, we’ll explore how business leaders can position their organizations for resilience and growth. \n\n\n\nKey Takeaways: Whether you’re charting policy risks\, optimizing your supply chain or planning for long-term growth\, this webinar will provide the strategic context and actionable guidance you need to stay ahead.  \n\n\n\n\n\nTopics \n\n\n\nDrug Pricing Reform \n\n\n\n\nHow IRA implementation\, MFN-style pricing and reconciliation policy are impacting pricing dynamics\n\n\n\nThe exclusivity debate and its implications for innovation\, especially in rare diseases\n\n\n\nThe evolving role of PBMs and pending legislative reforms aimed at transparency and cost control\n\n\n\n\nSupply Chain Resilience \n\n\n\n\nThe risks of global dependencies and policy moves to strengthen U.S.-aligned manufacturing\n\n\n\nOpportunities and challenges in reshoring and rebalancing biopharmaceutical production\n\n\n\nQuality\, cost and sourcing trade-offs in a geopolitically complex landscape\n\n\n\nNew federal funding pathways and financing models to support domestic production\n\n\n\nEmerging risks from proposals like “Pharma-Ron” and how to engage proactively\n\n\n\n\nIntegrated Business Strategy \n\n\n\n\nWhy commercialization\, sourcing\, manufacturing and logistics planning must be aligned with evolving policy\n\n\n\nHow to build resilience across the value chain — from pricing strategy to Patient delivery\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNicholas W. Bath\, Jr.PartnerManatt Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael S. KolberPartnerManatt Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMelindah SharmaManaging DirectorManatt Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a CEO\, SVP\, Commercial Ops lead\, legal advisor or corporate affairs executive\, this session is designed to provide the strategic clarity you need to navigate today’s challenges — and tomorrow’s opportunities. \n\n\n\nRegister today and join us on July 31 for this must-attend webinar on biopharma policy shifts. Registration is FREE to BioNJ Members and $75 for Future BioNJ Members. URL:https://bionj.org/event/from-price-controls-to-production-lines-how-policy-is-reshaping-biopharma-strategy/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Manatt-Header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T154500 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250616T145028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T185721Z UID:15802-1757494800-1757519100@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ Manufacturing Summit DESCRIPTION:Navigating the Evolving Biopharma Landscape\n\n\n\nWith Insights from McKinsey & Co.\n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.BeOne Medicines\, 311 Pennington Rocky Hill Rd\, Pennington \n\n\n\nRegistration is now closed for this event. We look forward to seeing confirmed registrants Wednesday at the program. Please contact Danielle Campay at DCampay@BioNJ.org with any questions. Thank you.  \n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nBioNJ’s Manufacturing Summit offers valuable insights from thought leaders on timely and important topics affecting the industry\, such as microeconomic considerations for biopharma manufacturing\, supply chain: onshoring impacts\, workforce solutions and manufacturing innovation solutions.  \n\n\n\nAs a special highlight\, attendees will also enjoy a guided tour of BeOne’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility — offering a firsthand look at innovation in action. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nOur Speakers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZainab Alali\, Ph.D.Director\, Biotechnology & Aseptic ManufacturingRaritan ValleyCommunity College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRemy Brim\, Ph.D.Principal and Health & Life Sciences Practice LeadBGR Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoananne CoffaroVice PresidentExternal Affairs\, Communication & AdvancementMiddlesex College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCortney FarrellLaboratory Sales SpecialistDyna-Tech \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAaron R. Fichtner\, Ph.D. PresidentNew Jersey Council of County Colleges \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSean Goudy\, Ph.D.\, PE\,Vice PresidentSite Leader & General ManagerFerring Pharmaceuticals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie HartPresident & CEOBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatt HohorstVice PresidentARCO Design/Build \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRich LoughlinChief Commercial Office & Board MemberCMIC CMO USA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMike MaurerVice President & General Manager of U.S. ManufacturingBeOne Medicines \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConrad MercuriusExecutive Director\, Workforce Development & Career EducationRaritan Valley Community College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJeff MorellAssociate PartnerMcKinsey & Company \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFernando Muzzio Ph.D.Distinguished Professor of Chemical and Biochemical EngineeringRutgers University \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGonzalo Perez\, Ph.D.Assistant Vice President for Academic AffairsMercer County Community College \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJason RadfordSenior Vice PresidentStrategic PartnershipsBeOne Medicines \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatherine Starghill\, Esq.Vice PresidentNew Jersey Council of County Colleges \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDerron StarkPartner\, Principal Strategy & TransactionsEY \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorm StoffregenSenior Vice PresidentU.S. Site HeadEnzene \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTom SullivanExecutive Vice PresidentCBRE-Advisory & Transaction Services/Life Sciences Group \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn TomtishenManufacturing Committee Co-ChairBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Vreeland\, MSU.S. Site Head & Interim Head of U.S. Process DevelopmentProBio \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on September 10 for this important conversation. Registration is $125 for BioNJ Members and $250 for Future Members. Click here to register. URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-manufacturing-summit/ LOCATION:BeOne Medicines\, 311 Pennington Rocky Hill Rd\, Pennington\, New Jersey\, 08534 CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Manufacturing-Summit-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T103000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250729T183942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T164408Z UID:16223-1757667600-1757673000@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 Life Sciences at a Turning Point: Surviving & Thriving Amid Tariffs\, Tax Policy & Capital Shifts DESCRIPTION:Life Sciences at a Turning Point: Surviving & Thriving Amid Tariffs\, Tax Policy & Capital Shifts\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 12\, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Webinar\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGlobal policy shifts and market volatility are creating new challenges for biotech and pharma leaders. Get ahead of what’s coming with expert commentary on U.S. economic policy\, international trade dynamics and capital markets.  \n\n\n\nTopics include: \n\n\n\n\nAlso hear how industry finance leaders are responding to it all\n\n\n\nAn update on the latest status of the US macroeconomy\, including the strength of the labor market\n\n\n\nThe prospects for inflation returning to its 2% target level\n\n\n\nThe outlook for the Fed’s rate policy\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in today’s dynamic environment. \n\n\n\nOur Experts Include: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSara BonsteinChief Financial Officer Insmed \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNed HuxTax PartnerPwC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNumi PrasadManager\, Health Industries Risk & Regulatory AdvisoryPwC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhilip SclafaniAdvisory Partner PwC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Wilcox\, Ph.D.Senior FellowPeterson Institute for International Economics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMODERATORMichael LoschChief Financial Officer Signum Biosciences \n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend this webinar: \n\n\n\nThis webinar is ideal for financial professionals\, investors\, business leaders\, policymakers and anyone interested in understanding the current state and future trends of the capital markets and the economy.  \n\n\n\nRegister today and join us for this must-attend webinar. Registration is FREE to BioNJ Members and $75 for Future BioNJ Members. Click here to register. \n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-life-sciences-at-a-turning-point-surviving-thriving-amid-tariffs-tax-policy-capital-shifts/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event,Entrepreneurs-Exchange ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/BioNJ-Logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T133000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250616T150404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T175945Z UID:15813-1758110400-1758115800@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ IT/Cyber Briefing Webinar DESCRIPTION:Creating a Cybersecurity Culture in Life Sciences: Executives\, Employees & IT Team Up to Protect Innovation \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 17\, 2025 • 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. | Webinar \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nIn today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape\, cybersecurity is no longer just the responsibility of the IT department—especially for life sciences companies\, where sensitive patient data\, intellectual property (IP)\, and critical infrastructure are at stake. \n\n\n\nCreating a strong cybersecurity culture is a shared\, organization-wide responsibility. Executives must understand the risks and budget accordingly. Employees must embrace training and best practices. And IT must implement and uphold standards across the enterprise and with third-party vendors. \n\n\n\nThat’s why BioNJ’s IT/Cybersecurity Awareness Committee invites you to join us for an engaging and practical webinar\, “Creating a Cybersecurity Culture in Life Sciences: Executives\, Employees and IT Team Up to Protect Innovation.” \n\n\n\nDuring this session\, you’ll hear from a panel of industry experts who will explore: \n\n\n\n\nThe Executive’s Role: Why cybersecurity must be championed from the top\, how to align it with business objectives\, and how leadership can model secure behaviors that make security a core business value — not just a compliance checkbox.\n\n\n\nThe Employee’s Role: Why ongoing awareness and training are essential\, especially around phishing\, password hygiene\, data handling and incident reporting.\n\n\n\nThe IT Perspective: How IT can support organizational goals while implementing best practices\, managing vendor risk\, and scaling cybersecurity cost-effectively — even with limited resources.\n\n\n\n\nOur panel will share real-world success stories and practical\, scalable strategies —including how to leverage automation and existing tools to build a resilient security culture\, even in high-growth environments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJim AldridgeSenior Vice PresidentCybersecurity AdvisorMarshEmployee Perspective \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScott MegaffinPresident & CEOAdiso TherapeuticsExecutive Perspective \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSam Pierre-Louis\, Ph.D.Senior Vice President & Chief Information OfficerAmicus TherapeuticsIT Perspective \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLarry SamilowCo-Founder & Managing DirectorVerve Group ConsultingModerator \n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain practical knowledge and ask your pressing questions. Register today! Registration is FREE to BioNJ Members and $75 for Future BioNJ Members. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-it-cyber-briefing-webinar/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IT-Cyber.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T161500 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250701T191423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T215043Z UID:16003-1759998600-1760026500@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 AI & Digital Health Day DESCRIPTION:Catalyzing Responsible Al Adoption Across New Jersey’s Life Sciences Ecosystem!\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 9\, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.Princeton University\, Friend Center | 65 Olden St\, Princeton\, NJ 08540 \n\n\n\nRegistration is now closed for this event. We look forward to seeing confirmed registrants Thursday at the program. Please contact Danielle Campay at DCampay@BioNJ.org to be added to the wait list. Thank you.  \n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nJoin BioNJ — alongside Morgan Stanley and DLA Piper\, and hosted by Princeton Precision Health at the Princeton University Friend Center — on October 9 for our Third Annual AI & Digital Health Day. This high-impact\, full-day event brings together industry leaders\, trailblazing startups\, regulatory voices and technology innovators to dive into real-world AI applications that are transforming biopharma today. \n\n\n\nWith New Jersey leading the charge in AI-driven life sciences innovation\, don’t miss your chance to gain practical insights\, build powerful connections and walk away with strategies you can apply immediately across your organization. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: While our speakers will be sharing valuable insights. Their remarks are intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered official advice\, guidance or endorsement. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited. So register today. Registration is $225 for BioNJ Members and $325 for Future Members. Contact Cheri Hennessy at CHennessy@BioNJ.org to learn about Sponsorship opportunities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain critical insights\, build powerful connections\, and position yourself at the forefront of AI and digital health innovation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris AbrahamAI LeadEmerging TechnologiesInsmed Incorporated \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMahiuddin Ahmed\, Ph.D.President & Chief Scientific OfficerVITRUVIAE  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShervin AyatiBusiness Development ExecutiveIBM Research \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMcClain BrownAI GTM LeaderGoML \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeng Cao\, Ph.D.Associate DirectorEngineering & Data SciencePsychoGenics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiego Chowell\, Ph.D. Assistant ProfessorIcahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher ColucciVice President Information TechnologyInsmed \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAruna DontabhaktuniCo-Founder & CEORegKey \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaureen EnnisCEOThrive Digital Era \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLauren GadsbyDirector of Global Digital HealthJohnson & Johnson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHisham Hamadeh\, Ph.D.Senior Vice President & Global Head\, Data\, Digital & AIGenmab \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie HartPresident & CEOBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPaul Howard\, Ph.D.Executive DirectorPublic Policy &Corporate AffairsAmicus Therapeutics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJae KimFDA PartnerDLA Piper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn MakiCEOSerotonix \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Maples\, Esq.Deputy Chief Executive OfficerNew Jersey Economic Development Authority \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElizabeth McNeilly\, CFPExecutive DirectorPrivate Wealth AdvisorAlternative Investments DirectorPortfolio Management DirectorMorgan Stanley \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScott OgdenHead of AI LabsGenmab \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYuri Ostrovsky\, Ph.D.DirectorAI SolutionsOM1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob OttTeam LeadAI/Digital Health & EntrepreneurshipBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark Parsonson\, CFAManaging DirectorHealthcare Investment BankingMorgan Stanley \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSarah PittmanExecutive Director Market ExecutiveMorgan Stanley \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmilio RagosaPartner & Managing PartnerShort Hills OfficeDLA Piper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeiva Ramachandran Ph.D.Generative AI Practice LeaderIBM Consulting \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCorey SandersSenior Vice PresidentStrategyCoreWeave \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGuillermo Sapiro\, Ph.D.Augustine Family Professor\, Electrical & Computer EngineeringPrinceton Precision Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllington WestCEO & Co-FounderSonavi Labs \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick Here for Visitor Parking & Transportation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You To Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-ai-digital-health-day/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/AI-Digital-Health-Color-No-Sponsors.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T143000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250616T154108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T160707Z UID:15823-1761809400-1761834600@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ C-Suite Summit DESCRIPTION:Life Sciences Leadership Through Uncertainties\n\n\n\nThursday\, October 30\, 2025 | 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Bridgewater Marriott \, 700 Commons Way\, Bridgewater \n\n\n\nRegistration is $695 for BioNJ Members and $895 for Future Members \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nBiopharma leaders are navigating through a period of evolving dynamics marked by AI-driven acceleration in advancing breakthroughs in therapeutics and commercial capabilities against a backdrop of compressed product lifecycles\, mounting macroeconomic headwinds and disruptions in geopolitical order. \n\n\n\nJoin BioNJ and industry leaders on October 30 to explore these converging forces\, exchange proven resilience strategies and chart a course for sustaining innovation and growth in even the most unpredictable environments. With dedicated networking sessions built into the program — including opportunities to connect directly with speakers — this event is designed to foster meaningful dialogue and lasting connections among C-Suite leaders and industry innovators. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLiz BarrettCEOUroGen Pharma \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark CampbellCEOCivia Health \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael Cantor\, M.D. Vice PresidentData Technology & InnovationRegeneron \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrian CurciAssociate PartnerData & Agentic AI Leader\, Life Sciences & HealthcareIBM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNick Downing\, M.D.Managing DirectorBain Capital Life Sciences \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarc FogartyPartnerEisnerAmper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNick GarlowManaging DirectorRational 360 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaurie GeryHead\, Business Development& Licensing\, VaccinesSanofi \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHisham HamadehSenior Vice President Global Head of DataDigital & Artificial IntelligenceGenmab \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie HartPresident & CEOBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAshutosh KatiyarExecutive DirectorCommercial Insights& AnalyticsOphthalmologyRegeneron \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew B. Klein\, M.D.\, M.S.\, F.A.C.S.Chief Executive OfficerPTC Therapeutics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJohn KoufosPresidentCottage Four Strategic Solutions \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDavid Kuninger\, Ph.D. Director\, R&DThermo Fisher Scientific \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmer Leahy\, Ph.D.\, MBAPresident & CEOPsychoGenics & Chair\, BioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvan LippmanExecutive Vice PresidentBusiness DevelopmentTeva Pharmaceuticals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClive Meanwell\, M.D.\, Ph.D.ChairmanPopulation Health Partners \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristine Ann Miller CEOMelinta Therapeutics  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChris Mortko\, Ph.D.\, MBAVice President\, Head Search & Evaluation Business Development & LicensingMerck & Co. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTim OplerManaging DirectorGlobal Healthcare GroupStifel \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmilio RagosaPartner\, Managing Partner\, Short Hills\, Global Co-Chair\, Life Sciences and Healthcare SectorDLA Piper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMaryAnne Rizk\, Ph.D.Head\, Healthcare & Life Sciences\, AIAmazon Web Services \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEduardo SchurUS Life SciencesCommercial Strategyand R&D LeadEY \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNauman ShahGlobal HeadInnovative MedicineBusiness DevelopmentJohnson & Johnson \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArda Ural\, Ph.D.Americas Life Sciences LeaderEY \n\n\n\n\n\nThank You To Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-c-suite-summit/ LOCATION:Bridgewater Marriott\, 700 Commons Way\, Bridgewater\, New Jersey\, 08807\, United States CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CSuite-Summit-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T144500 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250702T115254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T210452Z UID:16066-1763368200-1763390700@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ Patient Advocacy Summit DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event. We look forward to seeing confirmed registrants on Monday at Bristol Myers Squibb. Please contact Randi Bromberg at RBromberg@BioNJ.org with questions or to be added to the wait list. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Power of the Patient’s Voice\n\n\n\nMonday\, November 17\, 2025 • 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Bristol Myers Squibb\, 3401 Princeton Pike\, Lawrence Township\n\n\n\nAttendance is only open and free to ALL Patient Advocacy Organizations and R&D company Patient advocacy and government affairs professionals.  \n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for BioNJ’s 10th Annual Patient Advocacy Summit — a dynamic\, educational gathering designed to leave you with new tools to make a meaningful difference on behalf of Patients. This empowering day will bring together Patients\, Advocacy Groups\, Care Partners\, Clinicians\, Policymakers and R&D Professionals to connect\, share and collaborate around advancing Patient-centered care. \n\n\n\nWhy Attend?\n\n\n\n\nGain Tools You Can Use — whether you’re helping someone navigate coverage\, understand a diagnosis or access treatment.\n\n\n\nMake Your Voice Heard — join the conversation with healthcare leaders\, researchers and policymakers to help shape the future of care from a Patient-first perspective. \n\n\n\nBuild Your Network — find community among others who truly understand the challenges and rewards of this work. \n\n\n\nBe Inspired — through powerful stories of resilience\, innovation and progress you’ll leave empowered and ready to take action.\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing topics requested by the Patient advocacy community and a diverse roster of speakers\, we hope you join us for this important conversation! \n\n\n\nHot Topics on the Agenda:\n\n\n\n\nHealth Literacy― Helping Patients Understand and Engage in Their Care\n\n\n\nRegulatory Process ― What Does the FDA Look Like\n\n\n\nMedicaid in Motion ― Understanding & Managing Evolving Requirements\n\n\n\n340B at a Crossroad ― Reform\, Transparency & Accountability \n\n\n\nResilience\, Reinvention & Relentless Advocacy ― Keynote by Rob Long\, Executive Director of Uplifting Athletes\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nHear from Experts Driving These Conversations: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommissioner Sarah AdelmanNew Jersey Department of Human Services \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRuth P. Brogden\, MPHCare Partner & DirectorPublic Health Programs & Grants Center for Asian Health & Liver CenterCooperman Barnabas Medical Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichael CalvoVice PresidentFederal Government AffairsBristol Myers Squibb \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKim Czubaruk\, JDVice President\, PolicyCancerCare \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJayne GershkowitzChief Patient Advocate EmeritaAmicus Therapeutics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher Gilligan\, M.D.Chief Medical & Quality OfficerRobert Wood Johnson University Hospital \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie HartPresident & CEOBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nErika Kerber\, Esq.President & Executive DirectorCommunity Health Law Project \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob LongExecutive DirectorUplifting Athletes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIan McLaughlin\, Ph.D.Senior Vice PresidentGovernment Affairs & PolicyBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatina O’Leary\, Ph.D.President & CEOHealth Literacy Media \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie RaskinCo-founder & CEOCongenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJudy SaydahCare Partner for a Child with Rett Syndrome \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWilliam S. Smith\, Ph.D.Senior Fellow & DirectorLife Sciences InitiativeThe Pioneer Institute \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJulie TierneyFormer\, Deputy Director\, FDACenter for Biologics Evaluation & Research PrincipalLeavitt Partners \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReverend Kimberly L. WilliamsPresident & CEOChoose Healthy Life \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAttendance is open and free to ALL Patient Advocacy Groups and R&D company Patient advocacy and government affairs professionals.  \n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-patient-advocacy-summit/ LOCATION:Bristol Myers Squibb\, 3401 Princeton Pike\, Lawrence Township\, NJ\, 08648\, United States CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/BioNJ_PPA-Summit_Logo_copy-copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20251022T201516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T193726Z UID:17014-1764837000-1764860400@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ Inspiring STEM Conference DESCRIPTION:INFORM\, INVOLVE\, INSPIREIgniting Ideas & Advancing Bold Futures\n\n\n\nThursday\, December 4\, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Genmab\, 777 Scudders Mill Road\, Bldg. 2\, 1st Floor\, Plainsboro 08536Registration for BioNJ Members is $330 and $430 for Future Members.\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nBioNJ is thrilled to unveil the agenda for our upcoming Inspiring STEM Conference\, taking place on Thursday\, December 4! \n\n\n\nEvolving from our highly regarded Inspiring Women in STEM Conference\, this year’s expanded program is designed to engage and empower all professionals across the STEM spectrum — from early-career talent to senior leadership. \n\n\n\nThe full-day event features a thoughtfully curated agenda addressing the most pressing and forward-looking topics shaping the future of science\, technology\, engineering and math. With a focus on actionable insights\, bold ideas and inclusive dialogue\, the conference promises to engage and energize everyone committed to advancing the future of STEM. \n\n\n\nFrom how AI is reshaping the STEM workforce to how the Gates Foundation is accelerating women’s health-focused R&D\, this forward-thinking program will leave you informed\, inspired and equipped to lead with impact in 2026 and beyond! \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n TimeCheck Out the Agenda\n\n\n\n \n 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.\nRegistration & Networking Breakfast \n \n \n 9:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.\nWelcome & Opening Remarks \n\nDebbie Hart\, President & CEO\, BioNJ\nMarisol Mendez Peron\, Senior Vice President\, Communications & Corporate Affairs\, Genmab\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Time BE INFORMED: EDUCATIONAL TOPICS\n\n\n\n \n 9:15 a.m.– 10:15 a.m.\nLEAP Beyond AI: Reinventing Leadership & Human IntelligenceKeynote by Micheline Nader\, BSN\, MPH\, DESS\, Author\, Motivational Speaker & CEO\, Jesra Foundation \nIn this powerful session\, Ms. Nader will deliver a compelling blend of visionary insight and practical strategy\, offering a framework for thriving in a tech-driven world while staying grounded in purpose and well-being. Attendees will explore how to: \n\nLead with confidence in an AI-enabled world\nAchieve extraordinary\, sustainable results\nUnlock and elevate their inner genius\nPrevent burnout and prioritize personal health\nBuild a leadership legacy that lasts\n\nWalk away inspired\, equipped and ready to lead boldly — with clarity\, compassion and resilience. \n \n \n 10:15 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\nNetworking Break & Exhibitor Showcase \n \n \n 10:45 a.m.– 11:45 a.m.\nPanel: How AI is Reshaping Workforce Identity\, Decision-Making and Leadership Priorities in STEM Fields \nAs AI rapidly transforms the STEM landscape\, leaders face a new frontier of challenges — and opportunities. This session explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping workforce identity\, decision-making processes\, and leadership priorities across scientific\, technical and clinical environments. Whether you're an executive\, team leader or emerging professional\, this session will offer practical insights on navigating change with confidence and clarity.Panelists: \n\nTahamtan Ahmadi\, M.D.\, Ph.D.\, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer\, Head\, Experimental Medicines\, Genmab\nStephen K. Burley\, M.D.\, D.Phil\, Director\, Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (RAD) Collaboratory\, Rutgers University\nRivers Cornelson\, Senior AI Consulting Lead\, Crowe\nTina Naser\, Partner\, Healthcare Life Sciences Industry\, IBM\nModerated by Meghan Condon\, Vice President\, Digital & AI\, Thermo Fisher Scientific\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Time BE INVOLVED: INTERACTIVE TOPICS TO PROMOTE ACTIONABLE TAKEAWAYS/STEPS FOR ALL\n\n\n\n \n 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.\nImagining and Defining Our Relationship with AITo foster networking\, collaboration\, and idea-sharing\, we’ll be facilitating fun table discussions over lunch. Topics will include: \n\nLeadership & Personal Influence\nCareer Growth & Skill Development\nWorkplace & Collaboration\nHealth\, Wellness & Personal Balance\nImagination & the Future of Work\nTrust\, Ethics & Responsibility\n\n \n \n 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.\nLunch\, Table Discussions & Exhibitor ShowcaseDiscussion led by Lynne Anderson\, Partner\, Faegre Drinker and Juliet Hart\, CEO & Founder\, Hart & Chin \n \n \n 1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.\nDebrief on Table DiscussionsAfter lunch\, we’ll reconvene for table readouts to share insights and examples on how AI can support our leadership\, career growth\, work relationships — and even our well-being. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n TimeBE INSPIRED: INSIGHTS TO INSPIRE \n\n\n\n \n 1:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.\nSparking a New Era of Women-Centered Research and InnovationJoin us for a compelling conversation on the Gates Foundation’s landmark $2.5 billion commitment through 2030 to accelerate research and development focused exclusively on women’s health. This session will explore how the initiative aims to advance more than 40 innovations across five critical and historically underfunded areas — particularly those impacting women in low- and middle-income countries. Gain insight into the strategies\, priorities\, and transformative potential of this unprecedented investment in women’s health and well-being. \nPanelists:\n\nKatie Barletta M.D.\, Ph.D.\, FACOG\, Senior Global Medical Director\, Ferring Pharmaceutical\nRu Cheng\, M.D.\, FACOG\, Director\, Women's Health Innovations\, Gender Equality Division\, Gates Foundation\nVrunda Desai\, M.D.\, FACOG\, Vice President\, Medical Affairs & Clinical Surgery\, CooperSurgical\nModerated by Elizabeth Garner\, M.D.\, CEO\, Sena Therapeutics\n\n \n \n 2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nClosing Remarks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTahamtan Ahmadi\, M.D.\, Ph.D.Executive Vice President and Chief Medical OfficerHead\, Experimental MedicinesGenmab \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLynne AndersonPartnerFaegre Drinker \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKatie Barletta M.D.\, Ph.D.\, FACOGSenior GlobalMedical DirectorFerring Pharmaceuticals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStephen K. Burley\, M.D.\, D.PhilDirector\, Rutgers Artificial Intelligence and Data Science(RAD) Collaboratory\, Rutgers University \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRu ChengM.D.\, FACOGDirectorWomen’s Health InnovationsGender Equality DivisionGates Foundation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeghan CondonVice PresidentDigital & AIThermo Fisher Scientific \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher CozicExecutive Vice President & Chief People OfficerGenmab & BioNJ Board Member \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRivers CornelsonSenior AI Consulting LeadCrowe \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVrunda Desai\, M.D.\, FACOGVice PresidentMedical Affairs & Clinical SurgeryCooperSurgical \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nElizabeth Garner\, MDCEOSena Therapeutics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie HartPresident & CEOBioNJ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuliet HartCEO & FounderHart & Chin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMicheline Nader\, BSN\, MPH\, DESSAuthorMotivational Speaker & CEOJesra Foundation \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTina NaserPartner\, Healthcare Life Sciences IndustryIBM \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today and plan to join us at BioNJ’s STEM Conference on December 4\, 2025. Registration for BioNJ Members is $330 and $430 for Future Members. \n\n\n\nClick here or contact Cheri Hennessy at CHennessy@BioNJ.org to learn about Sponsorship opportunities. Call (609) 890-3185 with any questions.   URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-inspiring-stem-conference/ LOCATION:Genmab\, 777 Scudders Mill Road\, Bldg. 2\, 1st Floor\, Plainsboro\, New Jersey\, 08536\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/IWSTEM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T235959 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250702T112215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T145925Z UID:16035-1765324800-1765411199@bionj.org SUMMARY:2025 BioNJ Gives Back DESCRIPTION:Exclusive to BioNJ Members Only\n\n\n\nDecember 10\, 2025\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nTwo times and locations: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.700 US Highway 202/206\, Bridgewater \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. M Station\, 100 Morris Street\, Morristown \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by assembling “Totes of Hope: Hospital Care Kits.” Volunteers will decorate a canvas tote bag with uplifting messages\, inspiring artwork or colorful designs\, then fill it with comforting essentials. Each tote becomes a heartfelt symbol of care and kindness\, offering encouragement to Patients of all ages and conditions. \n\n\n\nOur Totes of Hope will be distributed to Patients through RWJBarnabas Health/ Rutgers Cancer Institute and Inspira Health. \n\n\n\nWe hope you will join us! \n\n\n\nMember companies can send up to three participants at no charge!* It’s the perfect opportunity to network with fellow BioNJ Members while making a difference on behalf of pediatric Patients.  \n\n\n\nWe warmly invite your organization to consider sponsoring this meaningful community initiative in support of Patients across New Jersey. Please contact Randi Bromberg at RBromberg@BioNJ.org to learn more. \n\n\n\n*Registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Each location is limited to 150 volunteers. \n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors URL:https://bionj.org/event/2025-bionj-gives-back/ LOCATION:Bristol Myers Squibb\, 3401 Princeton Pike\, Lawrence Township\, NJ\, 08648\, United States CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BioNJ-Gives-Back-Tote.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T213000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20250623T135559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T074928Z UID:15852-1770309900-1770327000@bionj.org SUMMARY:2026 BioNJ Annual Dinner Meeting & Innovation Celebration DESCRIPTION:Registration is now closed for this event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026 | 4:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m. | Hilton East BrunswickTickets are $545 for Members and $630 for Future Members.\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n2025 Photo Gallery\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open for BioNJ’s 33rd Annual Dinner Meeting & Innovation Celebration happening Thursday\, February 5\, 2026\, at the Hilton East Brunswick! \n\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration\, recognition and connection as we spotlight the incredible breakthroughs happening right here in the Garden State. \n\n\n\n\nExperience a unique opportunity to network with hundreds of top industry leaders\, rising innovators\, government officials\, academic pioneers and influential Patient advocates — all in one room\n\n\n\nDon’t miss the presentation of the presentation of the Dr. Sol J. Barer Award for Vision\, Innovation and Leadership by Dr. Sol Barer himself to this year’s honoree\, Dr. Jan van de Winkel\, President and CEO of Genmab\n\n\n\nCelebrate the recipients of the 2026 Innovator Award Honorees made up of New Jersey companies which received a novel FDA approval in 2025\n\n\n\nHelp honor BioNJ’s inaugural Ecosystem Impact Award Honoree\, Kathleen Coviello\, Chief Economic Transformation Officer\, New Jersey Economic Development Authority\n\n\n\nApplaud Patient advocate heroes receiving the Heart of BioNJ Awards\n\n\n\nBe on hand for special surprises and powerful\, moving speakers\n\n\n\nEnjoy a festive Cocktail Hour\, Dinner Program & Dessert Reception\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Sol J. Barer HonoreeDr. Jan van de WinkelPresident & CEOGenmab \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAward Presentation byDr. Sol J. BarerFormer ChairCelgene Corp. ChairTeva Pharmaceutical \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEcosystem Impact Award HonoreeKathleen CovielloChief EconomicTransformation OfficerNew Jersey EconomicDevelopment Authority \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeart of BioNJAward HonoreeJessica KleinPatient Advocacy & Industry Relations LiaisonAcadia Pharmaceuticals \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeart of BioNJ Award HonoreePamela ZapataCancer Survivor & Patient Advocate \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeart of BioNJ Award HonoreeSiobhan BarryCystic Fibrosis Patient Advocate \nhttps://mountainspringsdental.com/ativan-lorazepam/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeart of BioNJ Award HonoreeConor ReidCystic Fibrosis Patient Advocate \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for New Jersey’s can’t-miss life sciences event of the year! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendar for New Jersey’s can’t-miss life sciences event of the year! URL:https://bionj.org/event/2026-bionj-annual-dinner-meeting-innovation-celebration/ LOCATION:Hilton East Brunswick\, 3 Tower Center Blvd\, East Brunswick\, NJ\, 08816\, United States CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event,Entrepreneurs-Exchange ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Annual-Dinner-Meeting-2026-Stacked.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20260225T204822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T205040Z UID:17851-1774544400-1774551600@bionj.org SUMMARY:BioNJ Members Only Mixer DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for BioNJ Members\n\n\n\nThursday\, March 26\, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. | Registration is $25.Montgomery Innovation Hub\, 23 Orchard Road\, Skillman\, NJ\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\nYou Asked for It… BioNJ’s Members‑Only Mixer! \n\n\n\nJoin us in person for an evening designed exclusively for BioNJ Members to unwind\, connect and spark new possibilities across the life sciences community. This relaxed\, engaging gathering is your chance to: \n\n\n\n\nConnect with the BioNJ Member community\n\n\n\nMeet BioNJ Board Members\n\n\n\nBuild new relationships\n\n\n\nReconnect with old friends\n\n\n\nDiscover collaborators\, mentors and industry partners\n\n\n\nEnjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks with one goal in mind: networking\n\n\n\n\nCome for the conversation\, stay for the connections. This is where relationships begin and ideas take flight. URL:https://bionj.org/event/bionj-members-only-mixer/ LOCATION:Montgomery Innovation Hub\, 23 Orchard Road\, Skillman\, New Jersey\, 08558\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T103000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20230809T205519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T195204Z UID:8194-1777366800-1777372200@bionj.org SUMMARY:BioNJ Entrepreneur Exchange DESCRIPTION:Meetings for Founders & C-Level EntrepreneursApril 28\, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. | Virtual\n\n\n\n\nRequest an Invitation\n\n\n\n\nJoin us virtually on Tuesday\, April 28\, for BioNJ’s Entrepreneurs Exchange — an interactive forum for founders and C-suite leaders ready to connect\, collaborate and tap into New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem. \n\n\n\nBioNJ’s Entrepreneur Exchange offers attendees an opportunity to reconnect with each other and hear from industry partners on topics including funding opportunities\, resources and strategic programs designed to accelerate innovation and support start-up growth. Come prepared to share a 60-second introduction with the group! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are a Founder or C-Level Entrepreneur\, click here to request your FREE invitation to join us on April 28! Once approved\, you will receive a confirmation email with a registration link — in addition to ongoing communications about opportunities and programs for entrepreneurs.  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships\, address key challenges and gain insights from industry experts as you grow your business. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to ask questions\, please contact Ann Wieczkowski at AWieczkowski@hq4u.com. \n\n\n\nJoin our private BioNJ Entrepreneurs LinkedIn group! URL:https://bionj.org/event/entrepreneurs-exchange-a-monthly-meeting-for-founders-c-level-entrepreneurs/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/BioNJ-Entrepreneurs-Exchange.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20230206T194400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T124541Z UID:6332-1777971600-1777975200@bionj.org SUMMARY:BioNJ Member Café DESCRIPTION:BioNJ Members-Only Café\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 5\, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. | Virtual\n\n\n\n\nRegister for May 5\n\n\n\nRegister for June 2\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive and dynamic networking experience at BioNJ’s Virtual Members-Only Café\, where meaningful connections and new opportunities await. This interactive virtual gathering brings together professionals across disciplines\, offering a unique space to reconnect with colleagues\, forge new relationships and engage in insightful conversations that inspire collaboration and innovation.  \n\n\n\nBe part of the conversation as we dive into timely topics\, such as talent acquisition\, policy\, clinical trials\, funding and more.  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect\, engage and grow with your BioNJ community! \n\n\n\nThere is no fee to attend\, however registration is necessary. We look forward to seeing you and your entire Team Tuesday\, May 5! \n\n\n\nA Special Thank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\nMarket Maker Associate Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreferred Associate Members\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExecutive Associate Members URL:https://bionj.org/event/bionj-member-cafe/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event,Entrepreneurs-Exchange ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/BioNJ-Member-Cafe.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T180000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20241220T214816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T210125Z UID:13340-1778571000-1778608800@bionj.org SUMMARY:2026 BioPartnering Conference DESCRIPTION: URL:https://bionj.org/event/2026-biopartnering-conference/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event,Entrepreneurs-Exchange,Past Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bionj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/BioP-Color.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20260406T120244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T125223Z UID:18032-1778760000-1778763600@bionj.org SUMMARY:Stop Spelunking in Health Authority Websites: Using AI for Better Combo Product Intelligence DESCRIPTION:Stop Spelunking in Health Authority Websites: Using AI for Better Combo Product Intelligence\n\n\n\nThursday\, May 14\, 2026 | 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. | Virtual\n\n\n\n\nRegister NOW for FREE\n\n\n\n\nJoin us virtually for “Stop Spelunking in Health Authority Websites: Using AI for Better Combo Product Intelligence” — a forward-looking session designed to help you streamline your regulatory strategy and make more confident\, data-driven decisions. \n\n\n\nDuring this interactive webinar\, you’ll discover how AI can transform the way you: \n\n\n\n\nNavigate regulatory submission strategies with greater speed and clarity\n\n\n\nStrengthen risk management approaches across the product lifecycle\n\n\n\nDesign and report Human Factors (HF) studies more efficiently\n\n\n\nEnable smarter\, more proactive post-market surveillance\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re working in regulatory\, clinical\, quality or product development\, this session will provide practical strategies to reduce complexity\, save time and unlock deeper insights. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShannon Hoste\, Founder & Principle Engineer\, Hoste Consulting  \n\n\n\nApproaching 30 years in medtech and combination products\, including a tenure leading Human Factors at FDA’s CDRH\, Ms. Hoste specializes in bridging the gap between complex engineering and regulatory approval. Having shaped international standards and FDA guidance\, she applies her “both-sides-of-the-table” experience to help teams optimize their path forward using human-centered data. \n\n\n\nMs. Hoste’s focus is on risk-based strategies: ensuring organizations prioritize the activities that yield safe\, effective products and seamless regulatory reviews. In this discussion\, she’ll explore how modern AI can make the vastness of regulatory data accessible for — frankly — the first time\, and how this empowers teams to navigate the modern combination product landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChetan Mishra\, Founder\, Rhizome AI  \n\n\n\nAs the founder of Rhizome AI\, Mr. Mishra helps biotechs know what the FDA thinks by making it easy to answer regulatory questions based on product review databases. Each answer references up to 1\,000 documents without hallucinations. Previously\, Mr. Mishra ran the software team for EvolutionaryScale\, a drug discovery company acquired by the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today and join us on May 14 to gain the tools you need to stay ahead in an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Registration is FREE. URL:https://bionj.org/event/stop-spelunking-in-health-authority-websites-using-ai-for-better-combo-product-intelligence/ LOCATION:New Jersey CATEGORIES:BioNJ Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T153000 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20260415T175116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T175120Z UID:18099-1780993800-1781019000@bionj.org SUMMARY:2026 BioNJ HR Conference DESCRIPTION:Leading the Future of Human & Non-Human Resources \n\n\n\nTuesday\, June 9\, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nKean University | North Avenue Academic Building | 1000 Morris Ave.\, Union\, NJ \n\n\n\n\n\nBioNJ is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open for BioNJ’s 13th Annual HR Conference taking place at Kean University on June 9. Come ready to connect with other life sciences HR professionals\, learn from industry experts on issues affecting your organization and leave with best practices that will enable you to position your company and your employees for success.  \n\n\n\nJoin the BioNJ HR community for an open and insightful conversation on the pressing challenges facing our industry and life sciences companies. Together\, we’ll explore tough topics\, exchange ideas and uncover meaningful solutions. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nCome ready to gather new and creative ideas\, strategies and tactics for how to navigate today’s HR challenges and opportunities in the life sciences sector.  \n\n\n\nClick here to register now. Registration is $195 for BioNJ Members and $295 for Future Members. To learn about Sponsorship opportunities\, contact Cheri Hennessy at CHennessy@BioNJ.org or 609-890-3185.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload Kean Campus Map URL:https://bionj.org/event/2026-bionj-hr-conference/ LOCATION:Kean University\, 1000 Morris Ave\, Union\, New Jersey\, 07083\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T144500 DTSTAMP:20260503T102250 CREATED:20260414T182738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T182741Z UID:18093-1794299400-1794321900@bionj.org SUMMARY:2026 BioNJ Patient Advocacy Summit DESCRIPTION:The Power of the Patient’s Voice\n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 10\, 2026 • 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Bristol Myers Squibb\, 3401 Princeton Pike\, Lawrence Township\n\n\n\nAttendance is only open and free to ALL Patient Advocacy Organizations and R&D company Patient advocacy and government affairs professionals.  \n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendar for a powerful and inspiring day dedicated to advancing Patient advocacy and strengthening our collective impact. BioNJ’s 11th Annual Patient Advocacy Summit will bring together Patients\, Advocacy Leaders\, Care Partners\, Clinicians\, Policymakers and R&D Professionals for a dynamic program focused on advancing meaningful change. \n\n\n\nThis year’s Summit promises an inspiring lineup of discussions and real‑world insights that will leave attendees equipped with new tools\, fresh perspectives and actionable strategies to make a difference on behalf of Patients. You’ll connect with key stakeholders across the health care ecosystem\, share best practices and gain valuable knowledge to support your advocacy efforts. \n\n\n\nAttendance is open and free to all Patient Advocacy Organizations as well as R&D company Patient advocacy and government affairs professionals. \n\n\n\nBe sure to save the date for this powerful day of Education\, Engagement and Empowerment! URL:https://bionj.org/event/2026-bionj-patient-advocacy-summit/ LOCATION:Bristol Myers Squibb\, 3401 Princeton Pike\, Lawrence Township\, NJ\, 08648\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR