Swiss HLG & Molecular Partners - Basel Networking event

Join us for an engaging Swiss HLG networking event kindly supported by Molecular Partners. 

This is a unique opportunity to hear from renowned speakers as they explore the exciting rise of radioligand therapies. 

We are thrilled to have the following speakers:

Don’t miss the chance to connect with industry professionals during our networking apero afterwards. 

The event will take place at the Novartis Pavillon, November 28th  from 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Registration begins at 5:30 PM — reserve your spot today!

Free for Swiss HLG members!

Swiss HLG, PLCF & Italy HLG - Live Webinar

Swiss HLG, PLCF & Italy HLG invites you to join us for this timely webinar on the 7th November from 14:30 -16:00 CET. 

STRATEGIC COMMERCIALIZATION OPTIONS IN EUROPE FOR MID SIZED HEALTHCARE COMPANIES

Ronald Van Zitteren, Principal at AIM will discuss the challenges faced by New Market Entrants in launching their products in Europe and Francois-Xavier CAPELO, VP International, Bioprojet will talk about Bioprojet’s orphan drug launch in Europe. 

These two sessions will be followed by a live Q&A moderated by Bruno Delie, General Manager, Luye Pharma EU.

New IPLS Community Platform

We are delighted to reveal that the IPLS, the umbrella organisation for all PLG/HLG groups across Europe and Canada, is launching a new IPLS Community Platform, to replace the previous IPLS database. 

This is a unique resource that will enable Swiss HLG members to reach out to fellow members, as well as members of other IPLS national groups such as the UK PLG. It is a completely private platform with exciting modern functionality, including a newsfeed and discussion forums. Access to the platform is a significant benefit of Swiss HLG membership. Together with the UK PLG, we are pioneers in adopting the new system and other groups will come on board over the summer. The official launch will be at the IPLS conference on September 16-18 in Malaga. 

We hope to celebrate the launch with you there!

IPLS pre-CPHI networking drinks reception

Registration is now open for the ever-popular IPLS pre-CPHI networking drinks reception - take advantage of the early bird rate and register now!

Swiss HLG President chairing panel 'AI Transforming BioPharma Panel: Beyond the Hype', September 25th, 2024

Discover the Real Impact of AI in Biopharma! Join us for the 'AI Transforming BioPharma Panel: Beyond the Hype' at the hashtag#Sachs_BEF on September 25th, 2024, at the Mövenpick Hotel Basel. Explore the genuine advancements and practical applications of artificial intelligence that are revolutionizing biopharmaceuticals.

Chaired by:
Sarah Holland, President of Swiss HLG & CBO, Cureteq AG - a Partex Company
Panellists:
Frank Grams, Chief Commercial Officer, Partex N.V.
Katharina Kreymborg, SVP (CSO Partner Team), Curie.Bio
Parker Moss, EVP Corporate Development, Exscientia Ltd.
Patrick Schwab, Senior Director, AI & Machine Learning, GSK
Ricardo Gaminha Pacheco, Strategic Partnering, Business Development & Licensing Director, Insilico Medicine

This panel will cut through the noise to examine how AI technologies are truly transforming drug discovery, development, and market strategies. Engage with industry experts as they discuss overcoming challenges, achieving breakthroughs, and forecasting the future of AI in biopharma.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain in-depth insights and network with pioneers in the field. Secure your spot today at www.sachsforum.com/24bef and join us, both hashtag#InPerson & hashtag#Online, during the Sachs Autumn Life Sciences Week.

Swiss HLG President chairing panel 'Latest Trends in Dealmaking for Bio-Pharma Panel' - September 26th, 2024, SACHS_BEF

Stay Ahead in Bio-Pharma Dealmaking! Join us for the 'Latest Trends in Dealmaking for Bio-Pharma Panel' at the hashtag#Sachs_BEF on September 26th, 2024, at the Mövenpick Hotel Basel. Discover the strategies driving successful partnerships and transactions in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Co-Chaired by:
Sandra von Meier, Head Business Development & Licensing, Debiopharm International S.A.
Sarah Holland, President of Swiss HLG & CBO, Cureteq AG - a Partex Company

Panellists:
Alessandra Polara, Senior Director, Global BD, F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG
Berthold Hinzen, Global Head BD&L Transactions Immunology, Novartis AG
Jeremy Griggs, Executive Director, Business Development, GSK
Richard Ward, Executive Director, Search & Evaluation, AstraZeneca

This panel offers a deep dive into the evolving landscape of dealmaking in the biopharma industry. Learn from top executives and dealmakers as they explore the latest trends, strategies, and challenges in mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Gain insights into how these dynamics are shaping the industry and what it means for future innovation and growth.

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your strategic decision-making and networking capabilities. Secure your spot today at www.sachsforum.com/24bef and join us, both hashtag#inperson & hashtag#online, during the Sachs Autumn Life Sciences Week.

Swiss HLG Romandie Networking Event

Swiss HLG Romandie Networking Event

We have some exciting news: Join is for our annual after work networking event in Swiss Romandie in collaboration with Biopôle Lausanne and BioAlps - Swiss Health Valley on October 3rd at Biopôle in Lausanne.

There will be a panel presentation on Negotiations: Aligning stakeholders for success and a discussion with representatives from start-up, academia, pharma and venture capital followed by a networking apero.

Speakers:

Raluca Flükiger, Licensing officer at University of Geneva/Unitec

Vincent Ossipow, Partner at Omega Funds

Sergio Capancioni, Ph.D., Director Search & Evaluation International, AbbVie

Madiha Derouazi, CSO AC immune/Biotech entrepreneur

SAVE THE DATE! Flagship Conference 2025

The Swiss HLG 23rd annual conference will be held on 25th - 27th May 2025 once again at the historic Belle Epoque Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic in the beautiful scenic location of Montreux, Switzerland.

Swiss HLG Start-Up Initiative workshop on June 12

We held the second Swiss HLG Start-Up Initiative workshop on June 12, kindly hosted by Johnson & Johnson at their new campus in Allschwil.


This initiative is a collaboration between Swiss HLG, BaseLaunch and Johnson & Johnson and aims to help 30 great biotech start-ups get Fit for Partnering through a series of four linked workshops.

At the June workshop nine brave start-ups pitched to an expert jury, including Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Roche, Pureos Bioventures and Forty51 Ventures. We are enormously grateful for the thoughtful insights provided by Anthony Gemmell, Markus Werner, Alessandra Polara, Ying Wang, Anne Grahl and Sara Núñez-Garcia, PhD, MBA. And big thanks to our Board member Michael R Huebner for being a fantastic organiser and host.

The quality of the pitches was impressive and we would like to thank the wonderful start-ups for pitching:
- Amporin Pharmaceuticals
- Antion Biosciences SA
- Ariya Bio
- Barrier Therapeutics
- T-Oncology AG
- ILONOV
- MT-act
- Selmod
- FatiAbGen Inc.

It was a fantastic event with a great atmosphere and we are keenly looking forward to the next workshop in September, which will dive into partnering and term sheet negotiations.