BioME Annual Conference 2024

Join us at the BioME Annual Conference 2024 on October 2 at University of New England’s Innovation Hall in Portland, ME. Learn about the life sciences industry in Maine and network with the biotech and medical device community and receive a copy of the upcoming BioME Industry Report.

We will start off by sharing key findings from the new BioME Industry Report focused on employment, earnings, establishments, economic impact, investments and other important aspects of this sector. This BioME report will be distributed on the day of the event. The event will feature panel sessions, engaging talks, presentations, networking and expo tables.

BioME Annual Conferences are open to all and provides the community with an opportunity to learn about the life sciences industry in Maine, and connect with industry professionals, academia, research institutions and government. BioME Annual Conference brings together nearly 250 professionals to discuss our industry’s importance within the state, partnerships and collaborations, and the latest in scientific breakthroughs.

10:30-11:00AM Registration, Expo Tables & Networking

11:00-11:45AM Welcome Remarks & Industry Report Findings with Agnieszka Carpenter (BioME)

11:45-12:00PM Q&A Session and Comments from the Audience

12:00-12:45PM Lunch Break, Networking & Expo Tables

12:45-1:00PM Educational Programs Update with Billie Cary (BioME)

1:00-1:45PM Keynote Address Kevin Mills, PhD (BioKansas)

1:45-2:00PM Advocacy Update: Maine’s R&D Bond Overview with Patrick Woodcock (Maine State Chamber of Commerce)

2:00-2:10PM Break: Networking and Expo Tables

2:10-3:00PM Panel Discussion: Redefining Life Sciences in Maine

3:00-3:30PM Break: Networking and Expo Tables

3:30-4:20PM Panel Discussion: Expanding the Life Sciences Ecosystem in Maine

4:20-4:30PM Closing Remarks

4:30-6:00PM Networking Reception

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Innovation Hall, University of New England, 772 Stevens Avenue, Portland, United States