Discover how to turn patents into strategic assets that protect your ideas, drive value, and prevent costly IP mistakes. Protecting Innovation: Turning Patents into Strategic Advantage This Lunch & Learn goes beyond the basics of IP to show how patents can become a strategic asset, helping innovators protect their ideas, attract investment, and build lasting …
ITA International Leads November’s Beer & Biotech Head out to Freedom First Credit Union in downtown Roanoke on Wednesday, November 19, to hear from ITA International. The session will be led by Dr. Cary Hill, ITA International’s Director of Nanomaterial and Emerging Contaminant Safety. This is sure to be a unique session, so come out, grab a …
Learn how the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) drives the Commonwealth’s innovation ecosystem by empowering tech startups, offering early-stage investment, and helping university research transition from the lab to the marketplace. Mr. Benevento will also discuss Lab to Launch, Virginia’s landmark initiative aimed at speeding up the path from discovery to commercialization for founders and …
Join leading investors, entrepreneurs, and venture partners at the Mid-Atlantic Investor Summit, hosted by Keiretsu Forum, Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, MDB Capital and the Angel Capital Association. This two-day program delivers actionable insight, curated deal flow, and investor-driven discussion focused on accelerating portfolio growth and exits. Additionally, in partnership with regional accelerators and …
The Department of Defense releases SBIR/STTR solicitations on the first Wednesday of every month. Join this virtual training series for detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DOD, including both technical and commercialization plans and navigating the submission process. Over $2B is awarded by DOD annually in SBIR/STTR. Presented by …
Interested in corporate board service or in building a winning board for your early-stage company? Join our 90-minute webinar to learn about the basics of corporate boards, including the fiduciary responsibilities of Directors; the committee structures of corporate boards; compensation trends for Directors of public and private companies; challenges and opportunities for Independent corporate board …
A special edition Bio & Beer spotlighting our local research ecosystem and how patient advocacy drives innovation Join us for a special edition of Bio & Beer, hosted in partnership with the Indo-US Rare Summit. This month’s event will feature a fireside chat with Amy Adams and Helena Kondow-McConaghy highlighting the strength of our regional …
The Mid-Atlantic Synthetic Biology Network (MASBN) is a diverse and welcoming community of researchers, educators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in academia, government, and the private sector who share a common interest in synthetic biology and its enabling technologies. We are found in Delaware, Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. We work in a variety …
Build an FDA strategy that works. Hear directly from FDA experts to navigate regulatory pathways and move your MedTech to approval faster Regulatory success isn’t just about good data—it’s about presenting the right evidence, at the right time, in the way reviewers expect. Even the most innovative device can stall when evidence, claims, or communication …
Join Virginia Bio and JP Morgan for a panel discussion and networking event exploring how investment and advocacy are driving growth in Virginia’s life sciences sector. The program includes an Advocacy Update from AIken Hackett, Director, Federal Government Relations, Biotechnology Innovation Organization and a conversation on “The State of Life Science Investment,” featuring perspectives from …
On October 17, 2025, VIPC will host a special “Pitch Perfect” Coffee with VIPC’s Virginia Venture Partners session. This isn’t your typical coffee meeting with investor panels and breakout rooms. We are seeking compelling Virginia-based startups that are looking to raise capital or have secured funding from angels or institutional investors and need to close …
Most biotech AI efforts die in pilot purgatory—because they treated FDA compliance as an afterthought, and neglected the end-user experience We’ll decode the 10 main failure patterns in business and tech strategy—and provide the roadmap on how to avoid them. Join Achievion Solutions to learn how to unlock the high-level secrets top biotech leaders use …
Showcase your lab skills with BCSI microcredentials and elevate your professional visibility with verified badges on LinkedIn / SmartResume. Saturday, October 25, 9am – 4pm at PVCC’s Keats Science building (registration required). Choose up to five exams ($20, 15 minutes each) in aseptic technique, small volume metrology, documentation & SOP, numeracy, and safety hazard assessment. …
Presented by Joe Benevento, CEO, Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) Discover how VIPC fuels Virginia’s innovation economy by supporting tech startups, providing early-stage funding, and helping university research move from the lab into the marketplace. Mr. Benevento will also highlight Virginia’s landmark Lab to Launch initiative, designed to accelerate research commercialization for founders and entrepreneurs. …
Join researchers, students, industry professionals, and vendors for an afternoon of networking and discovery. Drop in anytime to explore booths, connect with your account managers from leading scientific supply and equipment companies, and meet peers from academia, industry, government, and healthcare. [Register Here] Agenda: 3:00–4:30pm: Vendor exhibits open (ATCC, Avantor, Brady Corporation, Codetta Bio, Eppendorf, Government …
Step into the world of the ultra-small with Nanotechnology Day on October 13, 2025 at George Mason University’s SciTech Campus. Explore how nanotech is shaping medicine, materials, energy, and everyday life through interactive demos, hands-on activities, and live talks with researchers pushing the field forward. Wander through booths, test out experiments, and get a glimpse …
Join the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (VASEM) for the 2025 VASEM Annual Summit, September 30 & October 1 in Alexandria at the Virginia Tech Institute for Advanced Computing. Artificial Intelligence will play a crucial role in advancing scientific, economic, and societal progress in Virginia by fostering collaboration among AI researchers, industry leaders, …
Mission Tomorrow is the Richmond region’s interactive career exploration event for all 8th grade students. Be a part of Introducing the next generation of workers to your industry and organization, and build the Richmond region’s talent pipeline. Registration for this event is for EXHIBITORS ONLY. Please reach out to stephanie.phillips@chamberrva.com for more information and/or questions. Exhibitor …
The 2025 Virginia Talent Biotech Virtual Career Fair on October 22 is an opportunity for your organization to connect, recruit, and network with young talent from colleges and universities all across Virginia with interests and desired career paths in biotech. You’ll see students from these programs and more: Biomedical Engineering Chemical & Life Science Engineering …
With more than 100 future-focused speakers and 80 innovative company presentations, BioFuture promises to spark transformative discussions and collaborations that will redefine the healthcare landscape. Attendees can expect engaging plenary sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster partnerships and investment in cutting-edge healthcare solutions. The event is hosted at the state-of-the-art Cure facility, a …
Life science companies face growing challenges—from leaner budgets to increased compliance demands. That’s where BIO Savings Week comes in. Join us September 8–12 for BIO Savings Week, for a weeklong series of short, high-value webinars built to help member companies: Optimize lab, finance, and tech resources Cut costs without cutting corners Navigate critical business operations …
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 …