
May 8 | 5th @Philly Cell and Gene Therapy Annual Conference
The Liberty Bell Venture Forum returns as a focused platform for strategic dialogue at the intersection of science, investment, and deal making in biotech. Designed for efficient engagement, the forum brings together innovators, investors, and business development leaders to accelerate collaboration and capital formation across the biopharma ecosystem.
The program will open with a featured panel, “Current Trends in Biotech Investment and Deal Making,” followed by targeted interactions with venture and strategic investors, pharma business development leaders, and company founders. Participants will gain actionable insights, explore emerging opportunities, and build high‑value connections in a curated setting.
Strategic Networking & Industry Insights
Engage with decision‑makers across the biopharma value chain, including:
- Biotech founders (early and clinical stage)
- Venture capital and strategic investors
- Pharma business development and licensing leaders
- Innovation and partnering teams
- Enabling technology and platform companies
Biotech Company Roadshow
A curated biotech company roadshow will feature selected companies presenting their science, platforms, and development strategies to investors and pharma BD leaders. These concise, high‑impact presentations are designed to highlight differentiation, innovation, and value creation, while enabling direct feedback and follow‑up discussions. The roadshow provides increased visibility and supports partnering, financing, and collaboration opportunities.
1:1 Partnering Sessions
Structured 1:1 partnering meetings, modeled after the BIO partnering format, will support efficient and confidential deal making.
- 30‑minute meeting slots
- Private meeting spaces for BD and investment discussions
Who Should Attend
This forum is ideal for:
- Biotech companies seeking partnerships, financing, or visibility
- Pharma BD teams scouting innovative platforms and assets
- Investors evaluating early‑ and late‑stage opportunities
- Technology platform companies supporting discovery and development
- Service providers enabling drug development and commercialization
Registration: Roadshow & 1:1 Partnering
Fee: $1,500
Benefits include:
- Two complimentary full‑access conference passes and two gala dinner tickets (total value: $1,458)
- Two curated 1:1 partnering meetings with BD leaders and investors
- Opportunity to present in the biotech company roadshow
