Driven by Purpose: Partnering Strategies from Pharma & Biotech Leaders - How to Succeed in BD at BIO 2026

Driven by Purpose: Partnering Strategies from Pharma & Biotech Leaders - How to Succeed in BD at BIO 2026
May 6, 2026
2:00 pm ET
Zoom

At the 2026 BIO International Convention, we come together Driven by Purpose to forge meaningful connections and advance innovations that improve lives. Successful partnering starts with a clear strategy, especially for biotech companies actively seeking licensing deals with pharmaceutical partners.

Join this focused panel discussion featuring pharmaceutical business development executives and biotech leaders pursuing pharma licensing partnerships at BIO 2026. Panelists will share practical, real-world guidance on how both sides approach partnering meetings, assess opportunities and build relationships that lead to successful deals.

In this session, you will hear insights on:

  • How to prepare effectively for BIO
  • What pharma teams look for in licensing partners and assets
  • How biotechs can position their science and data for licensing discussions
  • Using the BIO Partnering™ system strategically
  • Turning meetings into next steps and deals

Learn directly from industry leaders who know what it takes to partner with purpose and to turn BIO partnering meetings into meaningful licensing outcomes.

Moderators & Speakers
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Carlos N. Velez, PhD, Moderator
Managing Partner
Lacerta Bio, Inc.
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Anjan "AJ" Aralihalli, BSc, MBA, MSc
CEO
Raya Therapeutic, Inc.
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Juan Cueva, Phd, MBA
Managing Partner
Johnson & Johnson