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SUMMARY:CT Founders Club: Founder & Funder Meetup
DESCRIPTION:In this special edition of CT Founder Club\, we’re bringing together founders and funders to network and support one another over coffee & breakfast! \nInvestors\, come ready to help at least one founder – with capital\, customer introduction\, feedback sessions\, etc. \nFounders\, come ready to share your story\, make asks\, and build relationships. \nPlease arrive between 8:30-9am. We will have open networking and breakfast 8:30-9am\, gather for some quick words and highlights 9-9:30am\, and continue building relationships 9:30-10:30am. Hope to see you there! \nThank you to Webster Bank and Wiggin & Dana for making CT Founders Club possible! \nWebster Bank is a $75B commercial bank offering a full suite of banking services to companies in all stages of their business life cycle. Founded nearly 90 years ago\, Webster remains headquartered in Connecticut with offices and clients across the country. Webster’s array of products and services meet the needs of not only its business clients but also their founders and employees. \nWiggin and Dana is widely recognized for providing practical\, business-focused legal support to companies across the U.S. and around the world. Headquartered in Connecticut with offices in key locations along the East Coast\, the firm pairs deep experience with business-focused judgment\, working with companies at every stage of their life cycle\, from early-stage startups to mature\, scaling enterprises. By staffing matters with attorneys whose expertise aligns directly with a company’s needs and growth trajectory\, Wiggin and Dana delivers responsive\, efficient\, and cost‑effective counsel that helps businesses move forward with confidence. \nBackground on CT Founders Club: \nWe heard from many CT-based founders that they don’t have a solid local group of likeminded people to share intros\, tips\, and the up & down journey of startup life with. Let’s change that! If you’re a founder all-in on building a high scale potential company\, CT Founders Club is for you. We gather every 6-8 weeks for breakfast\, happy hour\, or dinner and making CT a great place to start and grow a game-changing company. \nRules of CT Founders Club: \n1. Be Vulnerable: be yourself and ask for what you need. It’s brutally hard to start and grow a company. For those that have done it\, don’t glorify it\, be honest\, share your challenges and mistakes\, as well as the wins. \n2. Give first: rising tide lifts all boats\, let’s make CT a better place to build startups. Come to each event with your A game and the intention to help at least one person you meet in some way (sales pitch feedback\, customer / investor / talent intro\, brainstorm session\, etc.). \n3. Don’t be an asshole: treat others like you want to be treated. If you offer something follow through. \n4. No soliciting: any help offered is free and without the expectation of anything in return (see rule #3). \n5. Be inclusive: everyone started somewhere\, include and support everyone (except #3). \n6. Respect the time put into organizing: if you rsvp\, come on time. If something comes up\, communicate. \n7. What happens at CT Founders Club stays there: respect people’s vulnerability and transparency and treat what’s shared as confidential. \nThis event wouldn’t be possible without some great collaborators! \nConnecticut Innovations is Connecticut’s venture capital arm and the leading source of financing and ongoing support for innovative\, growing companies. \nThe Angel Investor Forum (AIF) is a private network in Fairfield\, CT\, that hosts monthly pitch events where vetted startups present to potential investors. Joining AIF offers access to investment opportunities\, educational resources\, and a collaborative community of experienced professionals.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/ct-founders-club-founder-funder-meetup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T193000
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SUMMARY:Backing Innovation: How States Are Investing in the Future
DESCRIPTION:​State venture funds are playing an increasingly important role in building regional innovation ecosystems. \n​This panel brings together leaders from three of the Northeast’s most active public VC programs — Connecticut Innovations\, New York State’s NY Ventures\, and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority — for a candid discussion on how government capital is shaping the next generation of startups. \n​Panelists will discuss how their funds source and evaluate deals\, what differentiates public venture capital from traditional VC\, and where they see the biggest opportunities for founders and investors across the region. Stick around afterwards for a happy hour with the founders and VCs. \n​Meet the panelists: \n​Danny Qiao is a Director on Connecticut Innovations’ investment team\, where he leads the team’s consumer and international investment efforts. Prior to CI\, he led consumer investing at Sweater Ventures\, backing brands like IQBAR\, Graza\, Nomadica\, OROS\, and Havenly. He began his career at Accenture Strategy and later covered financial sponsors and financial institutions in investment banking at BNP Paribas. Danny holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management and a BS from Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations. \n​Jennifer Tegan is the Managing Director of Empire State Development’s New York Ventures\, where she oversees over $320 million in investment programs aimed at fueling New York’s startup ecosystem. Since joining in 2020\, she has managed direct and indirect investment funds including the NYS Innovation Venture Capital Fund and the Emerging and Regional Manager Partner Fund (a fund of funds). An experienced investor and advocate\, Jennifer previously spent 18 years as a partner at Cayuga Venture Fund. She has served on the board of the National Venture Capital Association and held leadership roles with Tompkins Financial Corporation and the Upstate Capital Association of New York. Jennifer holds an MBA from Cornell University\, an MS from the University of Cincinnati\, and a BA from Smith College. \n​John Wisniewski is the Managing Director\, Strategic Initiatives and Venture Products at New Jersey Economic Development Authority. His responsibilities include oversight of the state’s investment into Strategic Innovation Centers\, and venture investment programs. John started his career with ExxonMobil where he held various positions developing projects in the US and internationally.  He ran a private equity infrastructure fund based in the Middle East for Arcapita Bank\, and then switched to venture capital working with Clean Energy Ventures Group. John has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Cooper Union\, and an MBA from Rice University. \n​Meet the hosts: \n​Connecticut Innovations is Connecticut’s venture capital arm\, investing in early and growth-stage biotech\, IT\, and deep tech companies. \n​NY Ventures is New York State’s innovation venture capital fund\, backing high-growth startups across the state. \n​NJEDA’s Venture Products team supports New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem\, including through the New Jersey Innovation Evergreen Fund.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/backing-innovation-how-states-are-investing-in-the-future/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T163631Z
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SUMMARY:Economic Development Partnership Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join CMSC\, AdvanceCT\, CMDA\, and CEDAS for an Economic Development Partnership Summit to learn how four state-wide economic development organizations can support your municipality’s growth\, business attraction\, workforce initiatives\, and community development.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/economic-development-partnership-summit/
LOCATION:55 Main Street\, Norwich\, CT
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260512T173845Z
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SUMMARY:JAX-NYSCF Conference: The leading translational stem cell research conference
DESCRIPTION:For the past two decades\, the conference has convened world-leading experts from various disciplines across biomedicine and biotechnology to present the latest cutting-edge\, unpublished stem cell science. This year’s conference stands at a historic intersection: the 20th anniversary of the discovery of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and the transformative acquisition of NYSCF by The Jackson Laboratory. \nThe 2026 JAX-NYSCF Conference will showcase visionary pioneers who shaped the stem cell field alongside emerging innovators driving its next era. Discover the breakthroughs shaping the field\, spark new ideas for your own work\, and be part of the community driving the future of biomedical research.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/jax-nyscf-conference-the-leading-translational-stem-cell-research-conference/
LOCATION:The Rockefeller University\, 1230 York Avenue\, New York\, New York
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T170000
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SUMMARY:UConn Fall Career Fair in Storrs
DESCRIPTION:Save the dates! \nA newly combined UConn Fall Career Fair\, will bring together the former Business Expo\, All Majors Fair\, and STEM Fair into one comprehensive recruiting experience. Take advantage of this priority registration window to secure your spot and maximize your access to UConn talent. \n👉 Click here to register Click here to register \nEvent Dates\n• Tuesday\, 9/22 – All Majors\n• Wednesday\, 9/23 – STEM Majors\n• Or register for both days for maximum exposure!
URL:https://bioct.org/event/uconn-fall-career-fair-in-storrs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T110000
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SUMMARY:Yale AI Innovation Symposium - Hosted by SAPA-CT & YGCC
DESCRIPTION:​The 2026 AI Symposium connects leaders across healthcare\, biotechnology\, academia\, law\, and finance to inspire collaboration and explore artificial intelligence transforming science\, medicine\, and innovation. \n​Food and drinks will be provided; business casual attire is expected. \n​Confirmed speakers: \n\n​Jinfeng Zhang\, PhD (Founder and CEO of Insilicom)\n​Linshu Li\, PhD (Founding Member of Mercor)\nSam Samdani\, PhD (Senior Emeritis\, McKinsey; QuantumCT)\n​Abe Kwon\, JD (Startup and VC Law\, Lowenstein Sandler)\n​Guan Wang\, PhD (Director of BD and Licensing\, Insilico Medicine)\n\n​& more! \n 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/yale-ai-innovation-symposium-hosted-by-sapa-ct-ygcc-and-bioct/
LOCATION:Yale University
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T155525Z
CREATED:20260520T155525Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Health Council: The Changing Landscape of Women's Health
DESCRIPTION:This year’s theme is The Changing Landscape of Women’s Health\, one of the fastest-growing and most undercapitalized sectors in healthcare today. \nWe will explore how women’s health is evolving into a major economic driver\, especially in Connecticut. This is a topic that spans healthcare delivery\, workforce productivity\, sports performance\, and consumer health innovation. \nDon’t miss this landmark event bringing together healthcare executives\, business leaders\, and innovators for a high-impact evening. Attendees can stay after the program for networking while watching a game with Hartford Athletic’s new women’s league.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/connecticut-health-council-the-changing-landscape-of-womens-health/
LOCATION:1635 Club at Hartford Athletic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T174242Z
CREATED:20260520T160608Z
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SUMMARY:Building High Performing Teams with the Social Style Model - Hosted by WEST
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop introduces participants to the Social Styles framework to foster self-reflection and more effective workplace communication. Through a blend of personal style identification and engaging reflective exercises\, attendees will gain actionable insights into their interpersonal dynamics\, ultimately strengthening professional relationships and team collaboration. \nSpeaker Bio \nVictoria Rayel is a Certified Social Styles® Facilitator\, Certified Career Counselor (CCC)\, Certified Life Coach\, and Certified Career Transition Coach (CCTC) with deep expertise in leadership development and communication training. Her facilitation style is engaging\, insightful\, and practical—grounded in helping leaders build self-awareness and apply new strategies immediately to strengthen team connection and performance. \n 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/building-high-performing-teams-with-the-social-style-model-hosted-by-west/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260811T192426Z
CREATED:20260811T192313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T192426Z
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SUMMARY:I2SL Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The I2SL Annual Conference and Technology Fair is the world’s leading international conference focuses on energy efficiency\, decarbonization\, and sustainability in laboratories and other high-tech facilities. Nearly 500 lab owners\, operators\, designers\, engineers\, managers\, builders\, and developers attend technical sessions\, view Technology Fair vendors\, network with peers\, and visit cutting-edge lab sites. \n\n\n\n\nDuring three days of technical sessions\, speakers discuss topics such as sustainable design\, system optimization\, green labs\, lab decarbonization\, and much more. 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/i2sl-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Encore Boston Harbor\, One Broadway\, Boston\, MA\, 02149
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T160000
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SUMMARY:University of New Haven Healthcare\, Science\, Criminal Justice\, and Non-Profit Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:University of New Haven Healthcare\, Science\, Criminal Justice\, and Non-Profit Career Fair \nMeet with our top Healthcare\, Science\, Criminal Justice\, and Non-Profit students & alumni to share information about your organization and open roles. Internships\, part/full-time job opportunities welcome!\n1 – 4 p.m. | Beckerman Recreation Center
URL:https://bioct.org/event/university-of-new-haven-healthcare-science-criminal-justice-and-non-profit-career-fair/
LOCATION:University of New Haven\, 300 Boston Post Road\, West Haven\, CT\, 06516
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T133751Z
CREATED:20260416T162111Z
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SUMMARY:BioCT’s Annual Mixer + Special Edition Collaborative Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:This is one of BioCT’s most highly attended events\, bringing together 400+ industry colleagues and state officials for a casual evening by the picturesque Branford waterfront.  Open to everyone in the life sciences\, come enjoy an evening of networking\, craft beer and good company. ​Co-hosted with Yale Ventures. \nThis year we are pleased to spotlight and partner with The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut and The Tommy Fund for Childhood Cancer. \nThe Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut (EFCT) is the state’s only affiliate of the National Epilepsy Foundation\, providing education\, advocacy\, and direct support to the approximately 40\,000 Connecticut residents living with epilepsy. EFCT offers programs ranging from seizure first aid training to community camps and statewide advocacy\, helping individuals and families navigate epilepsy with confidence and connection. \nSince 1953\, the Tommy Fund has supported children battling cancer and their families through treatment and recovery. From funding care at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital to providing financial assistance and survivorship support through the HEROS program at Yale\, their work makes a real difference when it’s needed most. \nTHIS EVENT PROUDLY SPONSORED BY: \nPremier Sponsor:   \nTable Sponsors: BioLabs New Haven\, CBIZ\, CFGI\, Fisher Scientific\, J.P. Morgan\, Paw Haven\, Precision Biotools\, SCSU Innovation Hub\, SCSU College of Arts and Sciences\, Tweed New Haven\, Yale Ventures \nFor details on sponsorship\, please click here and contact Kelley Gipson at kgipson@bioct.org to get started.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/biocts-annual-mixer-special-edition-collaborative-connecticut-2/
LOCATION:New England Brewing Company\, 5 Indian Neck Avenue\, Branford\, CT\, 06405
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260827T180239Z
CREATED:20260827T180239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T180239Z
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SUMMARY:Tax\, Economic\, and Wealth Planning Insights - Hosted by CLA
DESCRIPTION:We’re starting our CLA Outlook: Tax Perspectives webinar series with a discussion on tax\, economic\, and wealth planning topics shaping decisions for the remainder of 2026 and beyond. \nCarey Heyman\, Managing Principal of Service – Tax at CLA\, will sit with Chastity Wilson\, CLA’s Chief Tax Officer\, to discuss the current tax landscape\, policy developments\, and what successful organizations and individuals are doing in response. \nWe’ll turn to Chris Dhanraj\, Managing Principal of Wealth Advisory\, for insights from CLA’s Economic Outlook and learn how clients are approaching market volatility\, balancing short-term priorities with long-term objectives\, and integrating tax and wealth planning through CLA’s Private Client Services. \nFinally\, Amber Baker\, Managing Principal of CLA’s Las Vegas office\, will join in to discuss CLA’s Women in Wealth initiative and the role tax and wealth strategies play in women’s financial leadership and long-term planning. \nWho should attend \nThis webinar is designed for business owners\, executives\, investors\, family office professionals\, and individuals who want to understand how tax and related developments may affect business\, wealth\, and family decisions.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/tax-economic-and-wealth-planning-insights-hosted-by-cla/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131645Z
CREATED:20260901T131645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131645Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Readiness for  Every Organization - Hosted by CLA
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity threats are no longer limited to large enterprises or highly regulated industries. Every organization faces growing risk from ransomware\, data exposure\, and compliance pressure\, yet many leaders are unsure where to focus or how prepared they really are. \nIn this session\, we’ll break down what cybersecurity readiness means today and why it looks different than it did even a few years ago. Through cross-industrial examples\, attendees will learn how organizations are moving from reactive security efforts to practical\, risk-based roadmaps that align technology\, people\, and processes.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/cybersecurity-readiness-for-every-organization-hosted-by-cla/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T140000
DTSTAMP:20260728T190412Z
CREATED:20260728T190412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T190412Z
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SUMMARY:WIB-National: Beyond the Bullet Point – Live Resume Critiques for Life Sciences Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Want to know what catches a recruiter’s eye? In this interactive webinar\, you’ll learn what makes a resume stand out to hiring managers in the life sciences. Through live resume critiques\, you’ll review real examples\, see what works (and what doesn’t)\, and discover how strategic changes can improve clarity\, highlight your strengths\, and help your resume make a stronger impression. \nLearn how to: \n\nStrategically present professional experience and accomplishments to align with career goals\nMove beyond listing job responsibilities to highlight measurable impact\nShowcase leadership\, technical expertise\, and transferable skills\n\nWe’ll walk through key elements of an effective resume\, including: \n\nProfessional summaries\nCareer progression\nAccomplishment statements\nMetrics and quantifiable results\nKeywords\nSkills sections\nResume formatting\nTailoring resumes for specific opportunities\n\nSpeaker Bio \nLisa Rangel\, CEO of Chameleon Resumes \nLisa Rangel is the Founder/CEO of ChameleonResumes.com\, the premier executive resume writing and job landing consulting firm\, with client success in 88+ countries. Lisa’s mission in life is to continue to make the world a happier place with one fulfilling\, well-paying job change at a time using her 4-Step M.E.T.A. Job Landing System. She is a graduate of Cornell University and the first in her family to graduate from college. She is a trusted senior-level job landing expert who has been featured or published over 200+ times in media outlets including Fortune\, Forbes\, Newsweek\, Fast Company\, Business Insider\, LinkedIn\, BBC\, Investor’s Business Daily\, Crain’s New York\, Chicago Tribune\, Good Morning America & more. She has also been selected by a number of private recruitment and executive search firms as an expert to provide guidance on how to land a fulfilling six-or seven-figure role. \n 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/wib-national-beyond-the-bullet-point-live-resume-critiques-for-life-sciences-professionals/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000
DTSTAMP:20260825T171228Z
CREATED:20260825T171228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T171228Z
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SUMMARY:From Data to Decisions — Gaining Insight from Financials
DESCRIPTION:Dashboards don’t drive decisions — leaders do. Too much data can slow decision-making instead of improving it. \nJoin our complimentary webinar to gain insight on how to move beyond basic reporting to financial insight leaders can actually use. Learn which KPIs matter\, how to avoid dashboard overload\, and how to use financial information to drive clearer\, more confident decisions. \nWho should attend\nThis session is designed for business owners\, CEOs\, CFOs\, controllers\, executive directors\, and operational leaders who want clearer financial information\, stronger processes\, and better decisions. \nSpeaker \n\nAndre Creighton\, CAAS Chief Financial Officer\n\nQuestions?\nContact CLA’s meetings\, events\, and experience team at CLAevents@CLAconnect.com.\nSee the event web page for more details and CPE information. \nCan’t make it?\nFill out the registration and you’ll receive an email with the webinar recording and slides following the event. Recorded webinars are not eligible for CPE. Also\, check out our event calendar to see what else is happening.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/from-data-to-decisions-gaining-insight-from-financials/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T183559Z
CREATED:20260817T183559Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Yale Entrepreneurship & Innovation Expo
DESCRIPTION:​The Yale Entrepreneurship & Innovation Expo is your one-stop celebration of all things entrepreneurship at Yale—packed under one literal tent. \n​Think of it as the ultimate campus mash-up: Yale innovation centers/departments\, student founders\, innovation clubs\, startup programs\, workshops\, hackathons\, classes\, and funding opportunities—all gathered in one place so you can explore\, connect\, and get inspired. Whether you’re already building something or just curious about what’s possible\, this is your chance to plug into Yale’s entrepreneurial ecosystem\, meet like-minded students\, and discover the tools to turn ideas into impact.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/2026-yale-entrepreneurship-innovation-expo/
LOCATION:110 Wall Street\, 110 Wall Street\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T161500
DTSTAMP:20260701T175259Z
CREATED:20260701T133925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T175259Z
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SUMMARY:WIB-National: Mirror\, Mirror – Defining the Next Generation of Biotech Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual conversation with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi—biotech entrepreneur\, physician\, and author of The Mirror Effect: A Transformative Approach to Growth for the Next Generation of Female Leaders. Drawing from her experiences in medicine\, biotechnology\, and venture investing\, Dr. Gujrathi will share lessons from her leadership journey and discuss the importance of self-awareness\, resilience\, mentorship\, and community in career growth. \nModerated by Joanne Kamens\, CEO of Women In Bio\, this event—made possible through the collaboration of WIB’s West Coast Chapters—will explore how individuals and organizations can create environments where talent and leadership can thrive. \nThe first 200 WIB member registrants who provide a mailing address will receive a complimentary copy of The Mirror Effect.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/wib-national-mirror-mirror-defining-the-next-generation-of-biotech-leadership/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T183000
DTSTAMP:20260818T110835Z
CREATED:20260818T110835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T110835Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Accelerate Yale: Founding Companies Later in Your Career
DESCRIPTION:The stereotype of the startup founder is young\, first-time\, and willing to work around the clock. But many successful companies are started by people who bring decades of leadership\, industry expertise\, and hard-earned judgment to the challenge. In this program\, we will explore the opportunities and realities of founding a company in the second half of your career. Speakers • Jo Ilfeld ’96 (moderator) – Co-chair of Accelerate Yale • Fred Phillips ’90 JD – CEO of ICM (Investor Cash Management) • Herman Weintraub ’95 – CEO and Co-founder of Exponam • Nupur Garg ’12 MD – CEO and Founder of Pro-Patient Tech
URL:https://bioct.org/event/webinar-accelerate-yale-founding-companies-later-in-your-career/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260724T160546Z
CREATED:20260724T160546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T160546Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Pitch:  Fundraising Advice for First-Time Founders - Hosted by LaunchBio
DESCRIPTION:A strong pitch deck is only one part of a successful fundraising process. LaunchBio’s Beyond the Pitch webinar series is designed to help life science founders better understand the investor perspective and prepare for productive fundraising conversations. Through candid discussions\, each session explores a different aspect of investor readiness\, from refining your story and anticipating due diligence questions to building relationships and navigating compensation expectations. Whether you’re preparing for LaunchBio’s Investor Connect program or meeting with investors on your own\, these sessions will help you approach every conversation with greater confidence and clarity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFundraising Advice for First-Time Founders \n\n\nJoin LaunchBio for the second session in our Beyond the Pitch series\, featuring Aimee Raleigh\, PhD\, Principal at Atlas Venture moderated by Ariana DaCruz from Stifel\, for a candid conversation on what it actually takes to get a fundraising process off the ground. \nA polished deck gets you in the room. What happens next depends on whether you understand how investors think\, how they evaluate opportunities\, where they get stuck\, and what makes them want to keep a conversation going. Aimee will share her perspective on what first-time founders most often get wrong\, and what the best early-stage pitches tend to get right: how to prepare before you start reaching out\, tell a compelling story\, and build momentum once you’re in the process. If you’re preparing for your first investor meetings or reworking your approach\, this is the conversation to be in. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAimee Raleigh\, PhD\, Principal at Atlas Venture \nAt Atlas Venture Aimee works alongside stellar entrepreneurs to build companies focused on innovative therapies and exciting new biology. She serves as a board director at Travin Bio and several stealth newcos. Aimee is a board observer at Triveni Bio\, Vima Therapeutics\, and Remix Therapeutics. She was previously an observer at Kailera Therapeutics (NASDAQ: KLRA)\, Aiolos Bio (acquired by GSK) and Versanis Bio (acquired by Eli Lilly). Prior to joining Atlas\, Aimee was a life sciences consultant at L.E.K. Consulting. At L.E.K.\, she worked with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients on strategy for early-stage therapies\, including asset diligence\, pipeline and indication prioritization\, and commercial planning. \n\n\nAriana DaCruz\, Senior Vice President\, Stifel Venture Banking \nAriana DaCruz is a Senior Vice President with Stifel Bank’s Venture Banking team\, where she partners\nwith venture-backed companies\, founders\, and investors across the life sciences and healthcare\necosystem. She works closely with emerging growth companies throughout their lifecycle\, providing\nbanking solutions and strategic connectivity to support innovation. With more than a decade of\nexperience in the venture and biotech community\, Ariana is passionate about fostering relationships\namong entrepreneurs\, investors\, and strategic partners and helping connect the people and ideas\nthat drive innovation
URL:https://bioct.org/event/beyond-the-pitch-fundraising-advice-for-first-time-founders-hosted-by-launchbio/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T191500
DTSTAMP:20260727T165434Z
CREATED:20260727T165336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T165434Z
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SUMMARY:The Leadership Skill No One Taught Us: Feeling Safe - Hosted by WEST
DESCRIPTION:In high performing industries\, we often focus on strategy\, execution and results. But what if the most overlooked leadership skill isn’t taught in business school at all? \nJoin us for a thought provoking conversation inspired by a TED style talk on the role of psychological and nervous system safety in leadership. \nDrawing from over 30 years in biotech and a deeply personal journey\, Suha Patel will explore: \n\nWhy confidence is often misunderstood – and what’s really happening beneath it\nHow early experiences shape how we show up at work\nThe hidden role of nervous system safety in leadership\, decision making and team performance\nWhy the future of leadership requires integrating both head and heart and IQ and EQ\nWhether you lead teams\, influence organizations or are navigating your own leadership journey\, this conversation will challenge how you think about performance\, presence and self awareness\n\nThe keynote will be followed by a panel discussion with Suha Patel\, Beth Gardner\, VP of Patient Supply at Beam Therapeutics and Karin von Hodenberg\, VP of Quality at Monte Rosa Therapeutics.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/the-leadership-skill-no-one-taught-us-feeling-safe-hosted-by-west/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T183000
DTSTAMP:20260810T181858Z
CREATED:20260622T135802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T181858Z
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Connecticut​
DESCRIPTION:​Join us for Collaborative CT\, the casual networking event bringing together our diverse innovation community—from students to seasoned CEOs. \n​📍 Location: NOLO \n​⏰ Time: 4:30 – 6:30 PM \n​Thank you to this month’s sponsor\, Angel Investor Forum. \n​The non-profit spotlight is CT Against Gun Violence.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/collaborative-connecticut-6/
LOCATION:Da Legna at Nolo\, 687 State Street\, New Haven\, 06511
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260812T174311Z
CREATED:20260810T151614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T174311Z
UID:10003104-1787230800-1787234400@bioct.org
SUMMARY:The CFO AI Game Plan: 10 Steps to Modern Finance
DESCRIPTION:Finance teams across all industries are discovering that AI isn’t just hype\, it’s fundamentally changing how they operate. \nFrom automated data entry to predictive analytics\, AI tools are eliminating hours of manual work. \nBut here’s the challenge: knowing which AI solutions actually deliver results versus those that just add complexity. \nJoin industry professionals Aaron Harris (CTO) and Michael Smith (CFO) as they share practical insights on implementing AI in finance\, including how Sage Copilot is transforming financial processes across organizations. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to see how AI is driving real impact in finance.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/the-cfo-ai-game-plan-10-steps-to-modern-finance/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000
DTSTAMP:20260812T173937Z
CREATED:20260728T190611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T173937Z
UID:10003098-1787047200-1787061600@bioct.org
SUMMARY:WIB-Connecticut: Ladies’ Golf Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Our ladies’ golf clinic provides the perfect opportunity to spend a day on the greens networking with other women in the life sciences. Beginners can learn the game of golf\, and experienced golfers can hone their skills. New Haven Country Club’s golf professionals will provide instruction\, tips\, and encouragement for every skill level. \nThe clinic will be followed by a lovely catered luncheon on the patio overlooking the beautifully manicured fairways of The New Haven Country Club. \nNote: Lockers will be available. \nProgram \n\n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Registration\, Light Breakfast\, & Networking\n10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.  Golf Clinic (3 Groups: Driving Range\, Putting\, & Chipping)\n12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.  Lunch\, Raffle\, and Open Networking on the Patio
URL:https://bioct.org/event/wib-connecticut-ladies-golf-clinic/
LOCATION:New Haven Country Club\, 160 Hartford Turnpike\, Hamden\, CT\, 06517
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T133000
DTSTAMP:20260728T191153Z
CREATED:20260728T191153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T191153Z
UID:10003100-1785412800-1785418200@bioct.org
SUMMARY:NIA SBIR/STTR Program Updates: What's New and Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:Join the NIA Small Business team on Thursday\, July 30th at 12pm ET to learn about recent SBIR/STTR updates as well as tips for the upcoming September 5th submission deadline. \nRajesh Kumar\, Program Officer at the NIA Small Business Office\, will be speaking about programmatic updates\, answering your questions\, and giving you tips for a streamlined submission.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/nia-sbir-sttr-program-updates-whats-new-and-why-it-matters/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T170000
DTSTAMP:20260728T190918Z
CREATED:20260728T190918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T190918Z
UID:10003099-1785339000-1785344400@bioct.org
SUMMARY:Fireside Chat with EIR Marc Appel – Biotech in China
DESCRIPTION:Marc Appel is the founder and Managing Partner of Pacific Bridge NY. He also serves as the leading healthcare advisor to a large US family office. Previously\, he founded the drug investment and development platform Orange Grove Bio and served as its CEO where he helped launch and lead multiple portfolio companies\, including IpiNovyx Bio\, Asalyxa Bio\, and Allonix Therapeutics. \n​Before founding Pacific Bridge NY and Orange Grove Bio\, Marc was a healthcare investor at Marathon Asset Management\, where he invested across the capital structure and helped develop a structured healthcare and royalty investing strategy. He began his career at McKinsey & Company. \n​Marc  has also served as an advisor to university innovation programs\, including the Frankel Fund at the University of Michigan\, Yale’s Blavatnik Program\, Cornell University’s tech transfer office\, and the Dartmouth Innovations Accelerator for Cancer. He frequently speaks at industry conferences and academic institutions and is the co-author of a Harvard Business School case on Imprimis Pharmaceuticals. \n​Throughout his career\, Marc has founded and invested in many biotech companies and negotiated\, structured\, and led numerous partnerships with large pharmaceutical companies and has served on the boards of biotechs across stages\, therapeutic areas\, and modalities. \n​He holds a B.A. from Yale University\, a J.D. from Harvard Law School\, and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. He is a member of the New York Bar. \n​Marc will address current trends in the China biotech ecosystem: How did China get to where it is today and what do we think the future state looks like? What does this mean for the U.S. biotech industry? How can smaller U.S. startups take advantage of this major paradigm shift?
URL:https://bioct.org/event/fireside-chat-with-eir-marc-appel-biotech-in-china/
LOCATION:101 College St\, 101 College St\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T130000
DTSTAMP:20260724T160230Z
CREATED:20260724T160053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T160230Z
UID:10003093-1785326400-1785330000@bioct.org
SUMMARY:Compensation Confidential 2026: Preparing for Investors and Scaling Your Team - Hosted by LaunchBio
DESCRIPTION:A strong pitch deck is only one part of a successful fundraising process. LaunchBio’s Beyond the Pitch webinar series is designed to help life science founders better understand the investor perspective and prepare for productive fundraising conversations. Through candid discussions\, each session explores a different aspect of investor readiness\, from refining your story and anticipating due diligence questions to building relationships and navigating compensation expectations. Whether you’re preparing for LaunchBio’s Investor Connect program or meeting with investors on your own\, these sessions will help you approach every conversation with greater confidence and clarity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPreparing for Investors and Scaling Your Team \n\n\nBuilding a biotech company means making smart compensation decisions long before your first big hire. Join LaunchBio and the compensation experts at J.Thelander Consulting for a practical discussion designed to help CEOs and founders navigate compensation conversations with investors and build a hiring strategy that supports growth after the raise. \nThe first half of this webinar will focus on how to navigate and prepare for investor-facing compensation discussions\, including real-time benchmark data on total cash and equity for you and your team\, how to plan for dilution\, and how to formalize a compensation philosophy with a defined salary structure. Learn how to approach these compensation discussions with confidence and avoid common mistakes that can impact financing outcomes. \nNext\, we’ll explore what happens after the capital closes: how to structure competitive compensation packages\, attract top talent\, retain key employees\, manage refresh grants\, and ensure your option pool remains competitive to scale competitively in today’s market. Speakers will share exclusive data and practical insights on hiring\, retention\, and compensation planning for growing life science companies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJody Thelander\, Founder and CEO\, J.Thelander Consulting \nJ.Thelander Consulting is headed by Jody K. Thelander\, a compensation executive with a track record of successful results and three decades of professional experience. Jody has a keen understanding of business realities through a diversified background in compensation\, sales and customer service. Her surveys and resulting reports have become a well-respected and highly desired tool for compensation decision-makers in the private capital markets. J.Thelander Consulting provides board and compensation consulting to a full range of private companies and investment firms\, including life sciences and tech\, venture capital\, private equity and corporate venture. Jody also spent ten years with TRW Space and Defense\, both in Washington\, DC and San Francisco\, before starting her own firm. \n\n\nTim Lew\, MBA\, Managing Director / Venture Banking\, Stifel \nAs a managing director at Stifel Venture Bank focused on life science and healthcare\, Tim mentors and advises startups at all stages of their journey\, connecting them to the larger ecosystem and accelerating them to their next inflection point via company building and fundraising strategies. Tim is based in San Francisco Bay Area\, where he spent a majority of his career in medical device sales before moving to finance. Tim graduated from UC Santa Barbara with a Master of Science in evolutionary genetics along with an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill. \n 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/compensation-confidential-2026-preparing-for-investors-and-scaling-your-team-hosted-by-launchbio/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T205156Z
CREATED:20260630T205156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T205156Z
UID:10003088-1784811600-1784815200@bioct.org
SUMMARY:Yale Ventures Summer Lunch & Learn: Dr. Zorana Pringle\, Author of The Creative Choice
DESCRIPTION:​For those who are attending virtually: https://yale.zoom.us/j/99094528210 \n​Dr. Zorana Pringle is an author\, educator\, and innovation strategist passionate about transforming creativity into meaningful action. In her acclaimed book The Creative Choice\, she explores how individuals and organizations can harness imagination\, courage\, and insight to turn ideas into tangible results. In this talk\, Dr. Pringle will share practical frameworks and inspiring stories that illuminate the journey from concept to impact\, offering tools to help audiences unlock their own creative potential and bring ideas to life.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/yale-ventures-summer-lunch-learn-dr-zorana-pringle-author-of-the-creative-choice/
LOCATION:101 College St\, 101 College St\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182344Z
CREATED:20260407T182344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T182344Z
UID:10003039-1784743200-1784748600@bioct.org
SUMMARY:Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking - Strategic Growth & Alliances Including Portfolio Strategy\, Business Development\, and Partnerships - Hosted by WEST
DESCRIPTION:As the STEM landscape continues to evolve\, professionals are increasingly embracing non-linear career paths that reflect their expanding skills\, interests\, and goals. This series is designed to support STEM professionals navigating career shifts—whether exploring new sectors\, pursuing leadership roles\, or transitioning into emerging fields. \nThe panel will have an informational interview type feel with panelists sharing their career paths\, a look at what their job entails\, and transferable skills for those looking to make a change. \n 
URL:https://bioct.org/event/career-possibilities-panel-speed-networking-strategic-growth-alliances-including-portfolio-strategy-business-development-and-partnerships-hosted-by-west/
LOCATION:VIRTUAL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260714T183936Z
CREATED:20260622T135613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T183936Z
UID:10003083-1784221200-1784228400@bioct.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Collaborative CT\, the casual networking event bringing together our diverse innovation community—from students to seasoned CEOs.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/collaborative-connecticut-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T141349Z
CREATED:20260622T141349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T141349Z
UID:10003085-1784214000-1784224800@bioct.org
SUMMARY:GNHCC 24th Annual Health Care & Life Sciences Awards
DESCRIPTION:This regional event attracts over 250 health care practitioners\, bioscience executives\, researchers\, purchasing managers\, marketing & communications professionals\, external affairs managers\, higher education administrators\, and more! \nEvent attendees will hear an informative panel discussion. An inspiring awards program will feature presentations to individuals and organizations making strides to advance health care and life sciences in the regional business community. \nThe event concludes with a networking reception with hors d’oeuvres and beer & wine.
URL:https://bioct.org/event/gnhcc-24th-annual-health-care-life-sciences-awards/
LOCATION:Canal Dock\, 475 Long Wharf Drive\, New Haven\, CT\, 06511\, United States
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