Join VIPC’s Virginia Venture Partners (VVP) and AV (formerly Airbus Ventures) for a virtual conversation on how a deep-tech venture fund chooses startups, and what founders should know about the difference between strategic and financial capital. VIPC’s Senior Investment Director, Marco Rubin, sits down with Mike Walsh of AV to discuss what AV is investing …
Close out the year with women shaping the future of life sciences! Join Executive Women In Bio Capital Region for a festive evening of connection, conversation, and celebration with executive and aspiring executive women across the region. Unwind, celebrate the year’s wins, and connect with peers who understand your leadership journey. Bring a colleague or invite …
Are you developing a promising cancer-focused technology and seeking funding to advance it toward commercialization? Join the National Cancer Institute’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Development Center for an in-person informational session on how early-stage companies, academic spinouts, and entrepreneurial researchers can access funding and commercialization support from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The Small …
The National Institutes of Health provides over $1 Billion per year in support of small businesses through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. VIPC and Life Science Works provide expert guidance and grant development assistance to put life science entrepreneurs on the path to securing an SBIR or …
Celebrate Our Progress. Help Shape Our Future. Join us for Virginia Bio’s Annual Membership Meeting to celebrate a year of accomplishments, hear updates on the association’s work, and elect members of our Board of Directors. All Virginia Bio members are invited to reflect on the programs, partnerships, and initiatives advancing our mission to build a …
Join Virginia Bio and J.P. Morgan on November 17, 4:30–7:00 PM, at Womble Bond Dickinson in Tysons for Policy & Strategy: Shaping the Future of Life Sciences. Featuring Genentech’s Dheeraj Talreja and J.P. Morgan’s Bridget Hogan, this discussion moderated by Virginia Bio CEO John Newby will explore industry strategy, the impact of the elections, and …
Two days where ideas meet capital Fifty selected startups from DC, MD and VA pitch to rooms of regional and national angel and venture capital investors, closing with the Gala on the evening of November 5. Virginia Bio members reach out to learn how to register for part of the conference for free!! DAY ONE …
Virginia is attracting billions in broad-scale biopharma investments toward its established life sciences footprint. Leaders across business, government and academia see an opportunity to build on that momentum and strengthen the partnerships and workforce supporting the industry’s next phase. Join Axios Live in Richmond for an event on Virginia’s growing biotech sector. We’ll discuss policy’s …
Curing with Sound What began as a bold vision – to harness this revolutionary, noninvasive technology to transform the lives of millions of patients – is now a reality. The field of focused ultrasound has advanced from research and development into clinical adoption, and the technology is now accepted as a critical element in the therapeutic …
Engineering the Microbiome: From Gut Health to Systemic Therapies What does it actually mean to “engineer” the microbiome, and how close are we? How does a disrupted gut microbiome drive disease far beyond the intestine, and can we reverse it? What will it take to turn microbiome science into medicines patients can actually receive? Join …
If you have plans to attend JP Morgan Healthcare Week, we hope you’ll join us at the State Bio Friends Reception on Sunday, January 10, from 4:00-7:00pm at the Marker San Francisco. Virginia Bio, along with our state BIO partners from Arizona, California, Georgia, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Utah are …
Join Brian Thamm, Founder and Chief Data & AI Officer at the Sophinea Corporation, for a Lunch & Learn exploring what this shift means for organizations. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience delivering analytics solutions across Fortune 200 companies and federal agencies, Brian will discuss why the technology is ready, but whether your …
The power of international collaboration The Swiss Biotech Day is the flagship annual event of the Swiss Biotech Association taking place in Basel. Since 2021, the Swiss Biotech Day has grown by an average of 33% every year, establishing itself as one of the world’s premier biotechnology conferences. It brings together life sciences leaders from …
Join VIPC for a fireside chat with Wes Barton, who went from M&A lawyer to private equity and hedge fund investor, before co-founding Third Prime in 2016. Today, Third Prime is a premier early-stage venture firm with over $500M in assets under management, leading and co-leading seed rounds across the FinTech, PropTech and industrial technology …
This specialized in-person event is designed to connect employers with talented students pursuing careers in biotechnology, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, research, and the broader life sciences sector. Employers will have the opportunity to engage with students from Biomedical Engineering and STEM disciplines while building relationships with highly motivated future talent. Hosted by UVA Department …
This university-wide virtual recruiting event connects employers with students from across UVA‘s schools and majors, with a targeted focus on biotech, science, and healthcare-related careers. Set up a schedule to host 1:1 conversations with students who are interested in your company or organization. It’s an efficient and flexible way to engage with students preparing to …
A great opportunity to meet members of the VIPC team in person and learn about the different VIPC funding pathways. Join VIPC on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Charlottesville, VA, for a workshop on VIPC funding opportunities designed for early-stage, innovation-driven startups in Virginia, then attend the CBIC Innovation Mixer at the Omni. The Workshop …
Join the Virginia Venture Partners (VVP) team to learn how VIPC supports Virginia-based startups through grant and investment opportunities. If you’re interested in gaining a better understanding of how VIPC evaluates and invests in Virginia startups, this session will help you prepare and get your questions answered. You’re also invited to stick around for Startup Virginia’s Incubator …
Celebrating Innovation in Hampton Roads Join us for 757 TechNite Presented by JPMorganChase, an evening dedicated to recognizing the remarkable innovation shaping the future of Hampton Roads. This event brings together entrepreneurs, business leaders, technologists, and government officials to celebrate those making a significant impact in the regional tech ecosystem. Event Details When: Thursday, October …
A great opportunity to meet members of the VIPC team in person and learn about the different VIPC funding pathways. Join VIPC on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in Charlottesville, VA, for a workshop on VIPC funding opportunities designed for early-stage, innovation-driven startups in Virginia, then attend the CBIC Innovation Mixer at the Omni. The Workshop …
The Richmond-Petersburg region is home to an amazing network of biotech, pharma, medical device, healthcare and life science professionals. We also live in one of the best areas in the country for craft beers. Join us for Biotech and Beer where we will bring together our Richmond-Petersburg life science innovators from start-ups, academia and industry …
Join Virginia Bio CEO John Newby and guest speaker Allison Youngblood, Director, Life Sciences Partner Relations, VIPC for a conversation about Virginia’s Rural Health Transformation Program and a new funding opportunity for healthcare innovators. The Tech Innovation Fund, administered by the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), is now accepting applications for non-dilutive funding to support …
Beer & Biotech takes place on the third Wednesday of each month. Come enjoy Schaals Catering and great conversation in the NEW Roanoke Biotech Hub in downtown Roanoke. Free parking is available on-site. Enjoy networking from 4:30 to 5:15p and the speakers will begin at 5:15p.