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Bank of America / Life Sciences CEO & CFO Breakfast: State of the Markets
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Bank of America, 157 Church Street, 27th Floor, New Haven, CT, 06510
Join Bank of America Healthcare Banking for an update on current trends in fundraising, deal-making, valuations, and forecasts ahead of YE. Discussion and Q&A on firmwide resources/capabilities and best practices.
Open to BioCT membership, CEO’s, CFO’s, COO’s, and other professionals interested in Life Sciences/Healthcare from the Greater New Haven community.
Bank of America Presenters:
Beata Kazimierczak, Director – Healthcare Investment Banking
Faisal Khalid, Global Healthcare Banking
Duyren Smith – Director, Healthcare Treasury Sales Officer, Global Payment Solutions
Please RSVP to Vincent Thompson, Senior Vice President, Private Bank: vincent.p.thompson@bofa.com

WIB-Connecticut: Cheers to Connections – Women & Wine Speed Networking
2025-09-23 17:15 - 19:30 | BDO, 1055 Washington Blvd., 5th Floor, Stamford, 06901
Join us for wine and speed networking at the BDO Stamford Corporate offices. Enjoy a relaxed wine tasting and appetizers while making connections & broadening your professional network.

WIB-National: LinkedIn That Lands Offers – Live Profile Critiques for Life Sciences Professionals
2025-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 | VIRTUAL
Your LinkedIn profile isn’t just an online résumé—it’s your professional storefront, your pitch deck, and often the first impression you make on recruiters and hiring managers. In today’s competitive life sciences job market, a polished, strategic profile can be the difference between being overlooked and being invited to interview. Job landing expert Lisa Rangel will lead this highly interactive session and provide live critiques of attendees’ LinkedIn profiles. Instead of generic tips, you’ll see real-time feedback on transforming a profile into one that stands out in searches, showcases expertise, and positions you for new opportunities.

Investor Connect: Bridging the Gap Between Innovation & Capital
2025-09-25 13:00 - 17:00 | VIRTUAL
LaunchBio, Browne Consulting, and Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank, with support by Fondation Ipsen, are pleased to announce their next Investor Connect virtual event with Northpond Ventures.
Northpond is a leading biotech investor, backing transformative companies from seed through Series B while providing strategic guidance to help scale and commercialize innovations. Its team combines scientific, clinical, and financial expertise to support founders in science and healthcare.
Beyond direct investments, Northpond operates Northpond Labs, a translational research platform that partners with Harvard’s Wyss Institute, MIT’s School of Engineering, and Stanford Medicine to fund and advance proof-of-concept programs, turning academic discoveries into commercial ventures.
Applications will be selected based on meeting the following criteria:
Primarily in the US and Europe
Focus on life sciences, biotechnology, diagnostics, digital health, and enabling technologies
Modalities of Interest:

Gene therapies
Cell therapies (including non-viral and engineered approaches)
RNA-based therapeutics
Protein and antibody engineering
Synthetic biology
NGS and molecular diagnostics
Enabling life science tools and platforms

Therapeutic areas include, but are not limited to:

Oncology
Neurology
Immunology
Infectious diseases
Rare diseases
Other high-impact areas where breakthrough science can significantly advance healthcare

Stage:
Companies seeking Seed, Series A, and Series B (with flexibility for later stage opportunities).
To apply for consideration, click here. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

MakeHaven Biotech Investors Show & Tell
2025-09-25 16:30 - 18:00 | Main Space @ MakeHaven, 700 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT, 06510
Meet fellow biotech innovators, hear real‑world hardware journeys, and make new connections in New Haven’s growing bio community. Three biotech inventors will give lightning demos of the devices they’re building. Rapid Q&A, open networking with scientists, engineers, investors, and founders—then optional tours of MakeHaven’s fabrication shops and community bio lab.
Program:

Show & Tell — three hard‑tech biotech inventors get 10 min each to share problem, prototype, and progress.
Rapid Q&A — 10 min of audience questions.
Open Networking — mingle with founders, scientists, engineers, and makers (light refreshments).

Who Should Attend:

Early‑stage biotech or bio‑hardware entrepreneurs
Researchers eager to prototype outside the lab
Engineers, designers, and makers looking for collaborators
Anyone curious about the biology × hardware space

HealthTech Pitch Night + amplifyHERscience Speed Networking
2025-09-25 17:30 - 20:00
HealthTech Pitch Night brings together students at all levels (graduates & undergraduates) who have diverse skills (i.e., engineering, computer science, business, finance), with HealthTech innovators who’ve identified needs and/or solutions. These innovators are looking for someone to join their team!
Who should attend?

Students interested in joining a HealthTech project
Anyone looking to network with Yale innovators
Individuals ready to pitch their a HealthTech idea

amplifyHERscience Speed Networking
Join amplifyHERscience for a 30-minute, fast-paced, high-energy meetup—just before HealthTech Pitch Night from 6-8PM. It’s a no-pressure space to share insights, exchange ideas, and build valuable connections. Register here.

WIB MAPS-CT Event Hike & Learn – Find Your Path with WIB's Mentoring Programs
2025-09-27 10:30 - 12:30 | Wadsworth Falls Waterfall, 25 Cherry Hill Road, Rockfall, CT, 06481
Start your Saturday with fresh air, community, and connection! Join us for a casual hike at Wadsworth Falls State Park and learn more about WIB-Connecticut MAPS (Mentorship, Advisors, Peers, and Sponsorship)—a supportive program that fosters career growth, mentorship, and mutual support. We’ll start with coffee and introductions before heading out on a relaxed, beginner-friendly hike. Whether you’re looking for advice, eager to share your own experiences, or simply want to meet more amazing women in our industry, this is the perfect opportunity to connect in a fun, low-pressure setting. Bring your sneakers, curiosity, and career questions—we’ll bring the coffee. Let’s make great strides on the trail (and in our careers) together!
Note: Rain date is Saturday, October 4, 2025.

UConn's 2025 Fall Career Fair
2025-09-29 - 2025-10-01 | UConn Student Union
UConn’s Fall Career Fair is now open!
Our Fall Fair will be 3 days this year and held in the Student Union due to exciting renovations to our traditional (larger) site, Gampel Pavilion.

DAY 1 (Monday, 9/29) will focus on STEM industries and those hiring STEM majors.
DAY 2 (Tues, 9/30) will feature a mix of employers and students – both STEM and all majors.
DAY 3 (Wed, 10/1) will be for non-STEM industries and majors.

Not sure which day/days you should attend? We’re happy to talk it out – just call our friendly employer relations team – 860-486-3013 or email career.fair@uconn.edu.
Click here to register for the fair and log into our new platform, hosted by 12twenty. No 12twenty account yet? Click here to set it up.

Hartford Innovation Week
2025-09-29 08:00 - 2025-10-03 17:00
Hartford Innovation Week is a celebration of creativity, technology, and entrepreneurship, bringing together the brightest minds from Hartford and beyond. Established in 2023, our event aims to foster a dynamic environment where innovators, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and community leaders can connect, learn, and collaborate.
Hartford Innovation Week will host a series of events designed to inspire and empower.
Attendees can look forward to:

Cutting-edge Technology Demonstrations: See the latest tech innovations in action.
Engaging Workshops and Panels: Learn from industry experts and thought leaders.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals and expand your professional network.
Startup Showcases: Discover new startups and innovative ideas.
Community Building: Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering innovation in Hartford.

Whether you’re a startup founder, tech professional, investor, or simply passionate about innovation, Hartford Innovation Week offers something for everyone. Join us and be part of Hartford’s journey to becoming a leading hub for innovation and technology.

Leading in Challenging Times: A Conversation with UConn Health & UConn Baseball Head Coach Jim Penders
2025-09-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Rockledge Golf Club, 289 South Main Street, West Hartford, CT
Join an exclusive group of healthcare and business leaders for a unique morning of insight and inspiration. Hear from two exceptional leaders — Dr. Andrew Agwunobi, CEO of UConn Health, and Jim Penders, Head Coach of UConn Baseball — as they share perspectives on navigating pressure, making tough decisions, and leading through change in their respective fields.
Why Attend?

Gain actionable strategies for leadership in today’s complex healthcare and business environments.
Learn how UConn Health is confronting rising costs and workforce challenges without sacrificing quality care.
Discover leadership lessons from collegiate baseball that translate to building resilient, high-performing teams.

Featured Speakers
Dr. Andrew Agwunobi — UConn Health CEO and nationally recognized leader in healthcare and higher education
Jim Penders — Head Coach, UConn Baseball, 22nd season and five-time conference Coach of the Year
Event Agenda
8 a.m. – Registration & Networking Breakfast
8:30 a.m. – Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:40 a.m. – Keynote by Dr. Andrew Agwunobi
9:15 a.m. – Guest Speaker Jim Penders
10 a.m. – Networking & Event Close
Space is limited — this is an invitation-only event. Reserve your spot today and join peers for a morning that will leave you inspired to lead with resilience.

WBDC Catalyst Symposium
2025-09-30 08:30 - 13:00 | Trinity College
WBDC (Women’s Business Development Center) is excited to introduce the 2025 WBDC Catalyst Symposium — the inaugural event in what will become an annual celebration of innovation, empowerment, and entrepreneurial success.
This is an excellent opportunity for Connecticut women entrepreneurs to join us for a morning of connection, inspiration, and action. We’ll begin with networking and exploring the WBDC Marketplace, featuring products from Connecticut women-owned businesses. Then we’ll dive into a robust lineup of workshops designed to deliver practical tools, strategies, and insights essential to launching, growing, and sustaining a thriving small business.
The event will culminate in a live pitch competition, where eight finalists will compete for four $25,000 WBDC Accelerate Grants.

5th Annual Aces For Hope Golf Classic
2025-09-30 09:00 - 16:30 | Wallingford Country Club, 195 Long Hill Road, Wallingford, CT
Aces-For-Hope is hosted by Lisa Fekete and the Pelletier Family Foundation.
Alzheimers disease is our nation’s largest under-recognized public health crisis. It is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, and one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Founded in 1980, the Alzheimer’s Association is dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

Navigating a Challenging Landscape: Funding Sources, Strategies, and Best Practices for Businesses - Hosted by CBIZ
2025-09-30 12:00 - 13:30 | VIRTUAL
As the funding landscape undergoes significant transformation, companies are navigating new challenges and opportunities driven by the market.
Join us for an informative webinar, during which our panelists will provide a comprehensive overview of how strategic thinking, emerging best practices, and the latest trends can empower companies to successfully secure and manage funding in a rapidly changing environment.
Topics of discussion will include:

The current funding landscape
Funding pathways
Strategies for success
Legal and compliance considerations
Investor relations
Best practices

Moderator: Jason Moi | Managing Director – CBIZ
Panelists:

Kyle Brockett | Co-Founder – Koo Capital
James (Jay) B. Jumper | Partner – Troutman Pepper Locke
James Turner | Founder & CEO – 5th Line Capital
Jesse Witkowski | CEO & Founder – DFX

Scientifically Speaking: Better Health from the Inside Out - Hosted by The Jackson Laboratory
2025-09-30 14:00 - 15:00 | VIRTUAL
At The Jackson Laboratory, young scientists are pursuing big discoveries that come in small packages — microbes, cells, genes and other tiny building blocks of life. See how these scientific leaders are reshaping our understanding of human disease at our upcoming Scientifically Speaking event.
Daniel Alfonso Peñarete, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Associate
What if the microbes in your gut could help predict or even prevent disease? Daniel is using advanced “organ-on-a-chip” technology to study how these tiny organisms interact with our immune system.
Ramalakshmi Ramasamy, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Associate
Can aging begin before we’re even born? Ramalakshmi is investigating how certain cells in the placenta stop dividing during pregnancy — a process that may hold clues to early aging and maternal health.

Align Summit - Hosted by MassBio
2025-10-07 | Boston Marriott Coply Place, 110 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116
MassBio’s annual early-stage and funder partnering conference, Align Summit, with insights from McKinsey and Locust Walk, builds relationships between funders and biotech startups and small companies by showcasing the best and the brightest in the life sciences.
Through presentations by emerging life sciences companies, thought leadership sessions, and partnering meetings, the 2025 Align Summit will look to a brighter future by focusing on the next generation therapies and the rapidly-expanding promise of techbio.
The application to present at Align Summit is now open until June 20 at 12:00 PM (noon). If your Seed to Series B company fits the criteria outlined below, we encourage you to apply. This year’s presentation tracks are:

AI/ML-Driven Drug Design, Discovery, Development: This track will highlight companies using artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to transform drug discovery and development.
Next-Generation Multispecific Therapeutics: This track will feature companies focused on cutting-edge advancements in multi-specific therapies, emphasizing their ability to address complex biological pathways and improve targeted delivery mechanisms.
The Future of Precision Therapies: This track will feature companies focused using precision therapies that customize treatments based on individual genetic, molecular, or biomarker profiles.

Presenting Companies | Please click here for details and the application form.

UConn Stamford Fall Career Fair
2025-10-08 13:30 - 16:00 | University of Connecticut – Stamford Campus, 1 University Place, Stamford, CT, 06901
The UConn Stamford Fall Career Fair is for employers across all industries recruiting for current and future internships and full-time career opportunities. This is a great opportunity to identify talent early and increase your employer presence at the University of Connecticut!
You will be joining other corporate, small business, government, and nonprofit employers who also value in-person interactions —from first year students to seniors, and graduate students.
Key facts on UConn Stamford student talent:

More than 2400 students who are interested in a variety of fields. 285+ seniors, 400+ juniors, 525+ sophomores and 700+ first year students.
Students pursuing four-year degrees in Business, Communication, Computer Science, Digital Media & Design, Economics, English, Human Development & Family Sciences, History, Political Science, Psychological Sciences, and Sociology, as well as 1st and 2nd year students in many other majors.
Graduate students obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Business Analytics and Project Management (MSBAPM), the Master of Science in Financial Risk Management (MSFRM), Master of Public Administration, Master of Social Work, and the Master of Science in Quantitative Economics
Students pursuing our graduate teacher certificate and the accelerated nursing program.

If you have any questions or to learn more, please contact Alex Manna, Program Assistant, alex.manna@uconn.edu.

Nucleate Activator 2026 (A26) Launch Event
2025-10-08 16:00 - 18:00 | BioLabs, 101 College St, New Haven, CT, 06511
Are you a student, postdoc, scientist, or professor interested in starting a company based on technology developed within your lab? Are you an MD, MBA, or PhD student interested in joining an early-stage biotech, techbio, or medtech startup? Join us on October 8 to learn more about Nucleate, our upcoming Activator program, and how to apply.
​Attendees will have the opportunity to meet founders, investors, and other members of Connecticut’s biotech ecosystem, including our keynote speaker, William Sessa (former CSO of Pfizer’s Internal Medicine division and Alfred Gilman Emeritus Professor of Pharmacology at Yale), who will deliver a didactic conversation about biotech innovation.
​We look forward to seeing you there! Approved attendees will receive access to the event schedule and additional information about the venue.

LIVESTREAM: CT Mirror Presents In The Room with Senator Richard Blumenthal
2025-10-09 19:00 - 20:00
In The Room is a monthly, in-person interview series with top elected officials at locations throughout the state. Join host John Dankosky as he explores both policies and the people behind them.
On Thursday, October 9, John will chat with U.S. Senator Blumenthal about his role in the U.S. Senate, the impact of Trump Administration policies here in Connecticut, and how the Democrats are responding. This event is livestreamed.

CT ACS CAN 10th annual David “Coach” Koch Connecticut Policy Forum – Celebrating Connecticut as a Driver of Innovation Across the Cancer Continuum
2025-10-16 | The Jackson Laboratory, 10 Discovery Drive, Farmington, CT, 06032
Connecticut stands as a beacon of innovation across the cancer care continuum, leveraging its rich history of medical advancements, research, and collaboration to improve outcomes for patients worldwide. From the development of precision medicine therapies to advances in immunotherapy, Connecticut’s contributions have reshaped how cancer is diagnosed and treated.
This event will celebrate our successes while looking at today’s landscape including opportunities and challenges the next decade may bring in assuring Connecticut remains a national leader in cancer care innovation. The first half hour will be for sign in and networking with the program beginning at 8:30.
The following Speakers are confirmed for the Forum:

Karolina Palucka, M.D., Ph.D. – Professor, Director, Jackson Laboratory Cancer Center, Edison T. Liu Endowed Chair in Cancer Research
Katerina Politi, Ph.D. – Co-Leader, Cancer Signaling Networks, Yale Cancer Center; Scientific Director, Center for Thoracic Cancers (ACS Funded Researcher)
Ranjit S. Bindra, M.D., Ph.D. – Scientific Director, Yale Brain Tumor Center
Steven Shichman, M.D. Physician in Chief of the Tallwood Urology and Kidney Institute, Hartford HealthCare, and Medical Director of the HHC Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation
Mary Dickenson, Ph.D. – Executive Vice President & Chief Scientific Officer at the Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine
Francesca Menghi, Ph.D. Senior Research Scientist at the Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine
Kyla Elizabeth Driscoll, MD. Lilly Head, Discovery Strategy and Scientific Operations Oncology Research
Monica Shaw, MD. – Senior Vice President of Global Oncology Commercialization and US Operations for Hematology/Oncology, Bristol Myers Squibb

Participants will include diverse stakeholders in our communities – patient advocates, payors, health systems, business leaders, providers, patients, and lawmakers.
Please note: Registration is required. To register for this free event

EWIB-Connecticut: Executive Luncheon
2025-10-16 11:45 - 13:15 | Il Gabbiano, 501 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT, 06511, United States
Come join Connecticut’s Executive Women In Bio (EWIB) for lunch in New Haven! This is a great opportunity to meet with fellow local executive leaders in the life sciences community to share ideas and strengthen your professional network in an informal and welcoming setting. Lunch will be provided.

The Artificial Intelligence Agenda from Capitol Hill to State Capitals: Where We Are and Where We Are (Probably) Going - Hosted by Crowell & Moring
2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:00 | VIRTUAL
The landscape of AI governance and regulation is shifting. Following the release of the White House’s “America’s AI Action Plan” in July 2025 and the President’s signing of related Executive Orders, the White House has emphasized (at least rhetorically) a preference for innovation, adoption, and deregulation. But that does not tell the entire story. The Administration remains committed to exercising a heavy hand in AI, including by banning the U.S. government’s procurement of so-called “woke AI,” intervening in the development of data centers and the export of the AI technology stack, imposing an export fee for certain semiconductors to China, and assuming a stake in a U.S. semiconductor company. State legislatures are also racing to implement their own regulations, particularly around AI’s use in critical areas, such as healthcare, labor and employment, and data privacy. The many sources of regulation raise the specter of a fragmented compliance environment for businesses.
This webinar will delve into the Administration’s AI strategy, going beyond the headlines to analyze:

The federal AI regulatory landscape, including the White House’s “America’s AI Action Plan” and related Executive Orders;
The tension between key state laws and certain federal regulations;
Compliance challenges for companies operating in the AI industry posed by multiple sources of regulation; and
What we can expect in the near future.

Speakers:

Linda Malek, Partner & CHS Managing Director – New York
Matthew F. Ferraro, Partner – Washington
Jacob Canter, Counsel – San Francisco
Anna Z. Saber, Counsel – San Francisco

Collaborative CT
2025-10-16 16:30 - 18:30 | 101 College St, 101 College St, New Haven, CT, 06510
​Join us for Collaborative CT, the casual networking event bringing together our diverse innovation community—from students to seasoned CEOs.

NORD Rare Diseases& Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit
2025-10-19 - 2025-10-21 | Grand Hyatt, 1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001
Shape the future of rare disease treatments, research and policy at the NORD® Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit.® Together, we can advance innovation for the more than 30 million Americans – and more than 400 million people worldwide – with rare diseases!
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Global Cancer Research and Innovation Symposium
2025-10-21 | New York Athletic Club, 180 Central Park South, New York, New York, 10019
In the spirit of accelerating cancer research please join us and share the unique opportunity to make profound impact on the field of cancer research and innovation by partnering with The Association for Value-Based Cancer Care at the inaugural Global Cancer Research & Innovation Symposium. The GCRIS goal is to advance oncology therapeutic development by bringing together the most influential legacy researchers, young investigators, pharmaceutical industry, cancer centers of excellence, community oncology hematology practices, clinical research organizations, philanthropic family offices and the investment community in this transformative event.
The Association for Value-Based Cancer Care (AVBCC) 501(c)6 is a 15-year-old educational organization committed to expediting progress in cancer care access and care. Our mission revolves around fostering collaboration and innovation within the industry, uniting biotech startup founders, private and family office investors, large pharmaceutical strategics, research institutions, IP professionals, including FDA, and CMS experts. The 1st Annual Global Cancer Research & Innovation Symposium, set to take place on October 21, 2025, in New York, NY the day before the main 3-day AVBCC Summit takes place. The GCRI Symposium serves as a catalyst for accelerating innovation, forging connections, and propelling breakthroughs in the fields of oncology and hematology.
The GCRI Symposium provides an exceptional platform for young investigators and biotech startups to hear from legacy researchers on how they developed the ideas and groundbreaking research that led to new technologies and therapies. Startups will have the opportunity to pitch directly to a diverse audience of investors and key decision-makers from leading pharmaceutical companies. Likewise, pharmaceutical companies attending the symposium will gain access to a curated selection of the most innovative oncology biotech ventures, offering them a firsthand look at the future of the industry.

Virtual ASAPprime® training with FreeThink Technologies
2025-10-21 13:00 - 2025-10-23 16:00 | VIRTUAL
FreeThink Technologies is offering virtual training for ASAPprime® Version 7 this October! Whether you’re a current user or just curious about the software, this is your chance to gain hands-on knowledge from experts.

Three 3-hour sessions over three consecutive days
Live Q&A with expert instructors
Small group interactive format—maximum 12 spots per session!
Led by Maria Krisch, PhD

Also offered:
Virtual ASAPprime® training with FreeThink Technologies
October 22-24, 9AM-12PM CET

Led by Ondrej Julinek, PhD

Behavioral Ethics: Falling Over the Moral Cliff - Hosted by CLA
2025-10-22 13:00 - 15:00 | VIRTUAL
In this session, we’ll introduce and explore various concepts within the study of behavioral ethics and discuss their impacts in business and accounting.
Through real examples, we’ll review ethical patterns and factors of corporate scandals, as well as counterbalancing forces we can implement to avoid the dark patterns that often lead to ethical scandals.
We’ll also explore the ethics of AI as it relates to bias, fairness, and trust.
At the end of this session, you’ll be able to:

Recognize the patterns and behaviors that can often lead to ethical scandals in business
Identify counterbalancing forces that encourage ethical behavior and drive ethical culture
Recognize ethical considerations of bias, fairness, and trust related to the use of AI
Describe how behavioral ethics considerations apply to real-world examples

Who should attend
This session is designed for accountants and business professionals interested in learning more about the impact of behavioral ethics in business and accounting.
Speakers

Joy Fisher, Principal
Kim Boyle, CAAS Engagement Director

10th Anniversary Wolff New Venture Competition - Hosted by UConn CCEI
2025-10-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Parkville Market 1400 Park Street Hartford, CT 06106, 1400 Park Street, Hartford, CT, 06106
​The Wolff New Venture Competition features live pitches by the top startups coming out of UConn, and gives away over $100,000 in non-dilutive funding to the startups each year. This year’s tenth anniversary event includes:
​Pitch Competition
Startups will present a 5-minute pitch to a panel of judges, who then decides which businesses are worthy of the $115,000+ in award funding.
​Keynote Speaker
Hear from a renowned UConn-affiliated founder as they share insights from their entrepreneurial journey and the lessons they’ve learned while building a high-impact startup.
​Startup Showcase
40+ UConn startups will showcase their companies. Guests can learn about what they’re building and purchase their products.

Women's Business Development Council: Annual Gala & Awards Celebration
2025-10-24 11:00 - 14:15 | Hyatt Regency Greenwich
AGENDA

11 AM: Networking Reception & Raffle

11:45 AM – 2:15 PM: Luncheon & Awards Celebration

IMPACT AWARD RECIPIENTS

Natalie Madeira Cofield
Chief Executive Officer & President
Association for Enterprise Opportunity

Gina Criscuolo
Chief Financial Officer
Downes Construction

Donna Murphy
Global Chief Executive Officer
Havas Creative & Havas Health Networks

Kristin Kallergis Rowland
Global Head of Alternative Investments
J.P. Morgan Private Bank

PATRICIA BILLIE MILLER AWARD
FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE

Moraima Gutierrez
U.S. Small Business Administration
Deputy District Director

HONORARY CHAIRS AND VICE CHAIRS

The Honorable Susan Bysiewicz
Honorary Chair
Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut

Annie Lamont
Honorary Chair
Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Oak HC/FT, First Lady of Connecticut

Leander Dolphin
Honorary Vice Chair
Managing Partner, Shipman & Goodwin, LLP

Jeffrey Flaks
Honorary Vice Chair
President and Chief Executive Officer, Hartford HealthCare

Stacey Kennedy
Honorary Vice Chair
President, Americas Region & CEO of PMI’s U.S. Business

Jean Swift
Honorary Vice Chair
Chief Financial Officer, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation

BIO's Patient Advocacy Changemakers Event
2025-10-26 - 2025-10-28 | Hamilton Hotel, 1001 14th Street NW, Washington, DC
Over two engaging days, you will be energized by powerful patient stories, insights from advocacy organizations and policy thought leaders on breaking down regulatory and systemic barriers to access, and new initiatives that are fueling progress for patients across the country.
Don’t miss your chance to hear about the innovations on the horizon and reunite with patient advocates across the country: sign up today.
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2025 Women of Innovation Awards
2025-10-28 08:00 - 19:00 | DoubleTree by Hilston, 42 Century Drive, Bristol, CT, 06010
The 20th annual Women of Innovation event, hosted by the Connecticut Technology Council, celebrates trailblazing women & girls inspiring visionary leadership in scientific research, education, manufacturing & entrepreneurship. Forty-six exceptional Connecticut women will be recognized for their achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Esther S. Takeuchi, a SUNY Distinguished Professor and the William and Jane Knapp Chair in Energy and the Environment at Stony Brook University.
Dr. Takeuchi holds a joint appointment at Brookhaven National Laboratory as Chief Scientist and Chair of the Interdisciplinary Science Department. Dr. Takeuchi has more than 150 patents, is a member of National Academy of Engineering, the National Inventors Hall of Fame, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a Charter Member of the National Academy of Innovation.
She received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, the E. V Murphree and Astellas Awards from the ACS and ECS Edward G. Acheson Award. She is a Fellow of the ECS, the AIMBE, and the AAAS. In addition, she has received the European Inventor Award, the Sigma Xi Walston Chubb Innovation Award, an honorary Doctorate from Notre Dame University, and the National Academy of Sciences Chemical Sciences Award.
Event program:
Registration, networking and reception – 4:30-5:30 pm
Awards Ceremony – 5:30-7:00 pm
