ETC is the Roanoke-Blacksburg region’s premier stage for the work happening at the growing edge of technology and life sciences. Each November, the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council convenes the founders, researchers, investors, and leaders shaping what comes next across AI, healthcare innovation, advanced manufacturing, energy, ag, infrastructure, and venture. Come to showcase what you’re building, …
Join leaders and changemakers from across the biopharmaceutical manufacturing community for a premier national event shaping the future of education, training, and talent acquisition. This is your chance to: Strengthen industry–academic partnerships that fuel talent pipelines Illuminate labor market trends and future workforce needs Highlight regional workforce infrastructure as a key factor in site selection …
The 2026 Technology Showcase is an event for potential and current industry partners that highlights how they can and do work with the National Cancer Institute and the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. Event highlights 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free, in-person event with networking and one-on-one partnering opportunities. Inventors spotlight technologies for commercialization …
Register today for MDMA’s 2026 virtual Executive Forum, which will be held on September 25th. MDMA is the leading voice for innovative and entrepreneurial medical device companies, and this year’s Executive Forum will deliver key insights on regulatory, reimbursement and other issues facing our industry. MDMA Members – $395 State Members – $495 Non-Members – $595 VA …
Is your company considering or planning on submitting a proposal for SBIR/STTR funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH)? You’d better start the process now! During this workshop, our experts will provide important information about SBIR/STTR funding and how to craft a competitive SBIR/STTR proposal that meets the unique requirements of the NIH. In …
The VA Bio+Tech Park Fall Festival is your chance to celebrate a new season with your Park Neighbors. Food trucks will provide lunch for all registered guests so take a break to enjoy food, music, and fun (Rain date is September 30).
RESI Boston 2026, a key component of Biotech Week Boston, will take place on September 22-23 at the Westin Copley Place, followed by three days of virtual partnering on September 25,28-29. This hybrid format combines the benefits of in-person networking with the flexibility of online interactions. Virginia Bio members receive a $200 discount if you …
GiSTEM is hosting “Thinking Big 2026,” a conference tailored for 400 high school students to dive into the realm of technology for interactive learning outside of the classroom. Students participate in hands-on activities and workshops facilitated by professionals from various backgrounds and industries. The event is strategically designed to establish a pipeline of young talent …
As markets evolve, many companies face the challenge and opportunity of expanding beyond their original customer base. Join Robert Bills, president of NAL Technologies, for a conversation on how the company grew from a government-focused business into one with a strong dual-use portfolio serving both government and commercial markets. Drawing on NAL’s experience, Robert will …
Great SBIR programming to help you be prepared to write a better proposal. All agencies to present at the conference and be available in the SBIR Pavilion on the Show Floor. 20% Discount Code and Free Show Floor Codes availableOptions below to register at a discount: OPTION 1: FREE SBIR VIP Expo Pass – use this code …
Beer & Biotech is back at RoVa Labs on August 19. Come connect with the regional biotech community, grab a drink and hear from an expert in the life sciences space. Networking at 4:30pm, speaker at 5:15pm. Free parking on site.
The Project Medtech Startup Symposium empowers early-stage medtech founders with the knowledge, resources, and network they need to take bold, confident next steps. Focused on practical education and meaningful connection, this event is a launching pad for teams ready to build what’s next. Join us in Philly for our second year, this time in collaboration …
Join Virginia Bio and Amplify MedTech for an in-person evening designed for founders, clinicians, investors, and innovators working at the forefront of MedTech and Capital Strategy. This event brings together key players across the ecosystem for meaningful conversations, new connections, and actionable insights. This event is tailored for founders, experts and investors on how to …
BioFuture 2026 isn’t just a conference—it’s where breakthroughs are born, connections are forged, and the next chapter of healthcare innovation begins. This year, BioFuture introduces a transformative structure for company presentations, designed to foster meaningful interaction between innovators, investors, and strategic partners. Whether presenting as a growth-stage company or a seed-stage founder, participants will benefit …
This panel of industry leaders will dig into the questions shaping the future of domestic drug production: 🔹 How are industry leaders, policymakers, and manufacturers working to rebuild critical pharmaceutical supply chains in North America? 🔹 What roles will national security, advanced manufacturing, and workforce development play in the future of domestic drug production? 🔹 …
It seems like AI has taken over the world since ChatGPT launched, but if that’s the case why are so many basic things still manual and painful in the industry? Chetan will discuss the key characteristics you should look for when screening AI coworkers, something most products are missing. He’ll then show how Rhizome resolves these …
The 5th Annual Summit returns with a powerful new theme, “From Spark to Scale,” which explores pivotal decisions, milestones, and partnerships that shape the lifecycle of emerging biotech companies. The day begins with the BioSpark life sciences pitch competition, showcasing promising early-stage ventures, before transitioning into an afternoon of candid conversations with founders, investors, industry …
A great opportunity to meet members of the VIPC and VVP teams in person and learn about the different VIPC funding pathways. Join VIPC and the Virginia Venture Partners (VVP) team on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in Norfolk, VA, for a workshop on VIPC funding opportunities designed for early-stage, innovation-driven startups in Virginia. Event Details: …
Join this in-person 1.5-day in-depth SBIR/STTR Grant-Writing Course to start your journey of applying for an NIH SBIR or STTR grant. This is a hands-on course during which participants learn the particulars of each section of the application with a focus on what reviewers are looking for and how to avoid common mistakes made in …
The Institute for Engineering and Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University are bringing together experts from industry, government, non-profits and academia to discuss foundational research, technology development and product commercialization toward creating an advanced biomanufacturing industry for the United States. Our invited speakers and panelists will discuss ongoing research in biofabrication and cell manufacturing, government funding …
This isn’t your typical Biotech & Beer. Join us at the ballpark for a unique evening of networking, community building, and baseball. Join fellow life science professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, investors, and industry partners for a relaxed summer gathering at the Richmond Flying Squirrels game. Whether you’re looking to make new connections, catch up with colleagues, …
Virginia employers are facing one of the most significant shifts in employment law in recent years. The 2026 General Assembly session produced a sweeping package of new employment-related legislation. With many provisions taking effect on July 1, 2026, businesses across the Commonwealth must prepare for changes affecting hiring practices, workplace policies, compliance obligations, and litigation …
Clinical trials are at a breaking point. Studies take years to complete, cost billions of dollars, and often rely on fragmented systems that create inefficiencies at every stage of the process. As decentralized and hybrid trial models expand, artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful tool for transforming how clinical research is designed, managed, and …