Day One - Wednesday, July 17, 2024
8:00 am Registration & Networking
8:55 am Chair’s Opening Remarks
Exploring IPO Preparation, M&A Transition, & Future Financing Trends for Strategic Corporate Growth
9:00 am Financing & M&A – Evaluating Trends & Predicting the Future to Showcase Strategies to Maximize Value, Manage Risk & Capitalize on Emerging Opportunities
Synopsis
- Snapshot of recent activity, analysis of the industry’s financial landscape, and outlining recent M&A transactions, financial deals, and key events
- Delving into the prevailing trends influencing M&A strategies, providing perspectives on regulatory shifts, technological advancement, and market forces
- Illuminating strategic opportunities for in-house professionals within the M&A landscape
9:30 am Fire-Side Chat: Mitigating Pain Points from M&A Transition Whilst Ensuring Business Continuity & Minimized Risk
Synopsis
- Addressing the challenge of harmonizing diverse needs and processes between pharma and biotech
- Examining the legal and compliance priorities that small biotech companies need to reprioritise during M&A and the crucial role of understanding the lens of larger pharma’s to ensure a smooth transition and business continuity
- Discussing anticipatory measures to mitigate pain points during transitions, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between each party
10:00 am Panel Discussion: Preparing & Positioning for an IPO for a Seamless Transition into a Public Company
Synopsis
- Exploring strategies for preparing and executing a successful IPO, providing insights into the processes, regulatory consideration, and key milestones
- Discussing aligning organizational goals with the journey of going public, while addressing the cultural shift that accompanies an IPO
- Highlighting the critical steps in preparing and positioning the employee base for an IPO, covering aspects such as communication strategies, talent development, and cultural integration
- Assessing best practices when creating an environment that supports company growth and resonates positively with stakeholders in the public market
10:30 am Speed Networking Session:
Synopsis
Elevate your networking experience by joining the speed networking session tailored for in-house experts, like yourselves, to connect with industry peers & facilitating rapid yet meaningful exchanges of insights & expertise.
11:00 am Morning Break & Networking
Navigating Pricing & Market Access Challenges for Successful Reimbursement
11:30 am Fire-Side Chat and Audience Discussion: Inflation Reduction Act – Bottleneck or Blown Out of Proportion?
Synopsis
- Highlighting the strategic implications of the IRA across all pharma and biotech verticals, offering a view of its potential impact on industry dynamics
- Exploring how market and regulatory behaviors are evolving in anticipation of the IRA, providing insights into the proactive measures being taken and potential changes in the industry
- Discussing the roles of government and private plans, analyzing the market-level impact and differentiating between theoretical and actual risks associated with this legislation
12:00 pm Harmonizing Global Regulations, Trade Agreements & Security Issues to Ensure Successful International Market Access
Synopsis
- Providing an overview of the global regulatory landscape, exploring how organizations can harmonize strategies while considering variations in regulations to ensure successful market access
- Discussing impacts of trade agreements on market access and the idea of strategically aligning with international trade pacts and security laws
- Developing robust security measures that comply with global regulations
12:30 pm Presentation By ContractWorks
12:40 pm Lunch Break & Networking
Integrating AI to Improve Operational Efficiency
1:30 pm Understanding Laws & Regulations of AI to Safeguarding Your Business Against the Risks of AI Integration
Synopsis
- Providing an overview of the current laws and regulations around the integration of AI, shedding light on privacy and confidential issues
- Examining the practical impact of AI integration from both a contractual and operational standpoint
- Advocating for a proactive approach by incorporating continuing monitoring mechanisms, ensuring your business can adapt to evolving AI-related risks and challenges
2:10 pm Revolutionizing Contract Review Processes by Harnessing AI to Enhance Operational Efficiency – Presentation by Factor Law
Synopsis
- Exploring the use of AI in contract review, specifically focusing on its ability to streamline the redlining process and revolutionize how professionals approach contract evaluation
- Gaining insights into the experience of organizations employing AI for contract review, including specific AI tools and services used to offer a practical understanding of the technology impact on operational efficiency
- Delving into the expectations vs the reality of AI implementation, evaluating the effectiveness, enhanced efficiency, and time savings achieved
2:40 pm Roundtable Discussion: Sharing Insights into the Legal, Regulatory, and Practical Considerations of AI Integration
Synopsis
- Considering case studies and real-word applications to understand opportunities in AI integration
- Discussing strategies for addressing legal and regulatory considerations of AI
- Sharing ideas and protocols to safeguard against legal, cybersecurity, and regulatory risks associated with AI integration
3:10 pm Afternoon Break & Networking
Exploring Strategies for Successful Cross-Functional Working to Improve Operational Efficiency
3:40 pm Evaluating Strategies for Time, People, and Organizational Management for Seamless Cross-Functional Working and Elevated Operational Efficiency
Synopsis
- Exploring personal strategies for effective time and team management, to effectively manage your day and cross-functional team
- Emphasizing the development of teams for optimal task allocation to maximize operational efficiency and capacity
- Discussing ways to shift from individual to team-orientated cultural mindsets for strategic organizational impact
4:10 pm Roundtable Discussion: Exploring Tools & Technologies to Improve Operational Efficiency & Support Expanding Needs of the Organization
Synopsis
- Exploring agile tools and methodologies for enhancing operational efficiency and enabling quick adaptation to evolving legal requirements
- Discussing the latest legal technologies and data analytical tools, focusing on their applications in improving decision-making processes, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting organizational growth
- Addressing the role of collaboration platforms and technologies in facilitating seamless communication and teamwork within in-house legal teams
- Fostering synergy between the fast-paced nature of innovation functions and the deliberate approach of legal and regulatory functions to enhance your role as a facilitator rather than a hindrance in the organizational workflow
4:40 pm Chair’s Closing Remarks
4:50 pm End of Day
5:00 pm Exclusive Networking Evening & Activity
Synopsis
Take advantage of this opportunity to more informally shake hands with In-House Legal Counsel, share challenges, and raise a glass outside of a conference room to build lasting business connections. Evening activity to be announced shortly.