Mark your calendars for October 9, 2025, as we gather at CYTO in Philadelphia for the second annual Life Sciences + Healthcare Summit! This complimentary event offers a full day of engaging content, invaluable networking opportunities and insights into the most pressing trends shaping the future of the life sciences and healthcare sectors.
The 2025 theme, “The Future in Focus: Driving Innovation, Compliance & Impact,” delves into the idea that the future isn’t just arriving — it’s accelerating. At this year’s Summit, we’ll tackle the forces reshaping the life sciences and healthcare industries from every angle: evolving regulations, enforcement trends, shifting capital strategies, and the real-world impact of AI, data and digital health.
Agenda
8:45 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. Registration, Breakfast, Networking
9:15 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. Opening Remarks
Michael P. Strazzella
Co-Chair, Government Relations Section
Co-Leader, Healthcare Industry Group
Buchanan
9:20 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. From Pressure to Precision: Executive Perspectives on Navigating Life Sciences and Healthcare’s Shifting Landscapes
Jason R. Parish, Moderator
Shareholder, Litigation
Co-Leader, Life Sciences Industry Group
Buchanan
Salvatore G. Rotella, Jr., Moderator
Shareholder, Healthcare
Buchanan
William Conaboy, Esq., PharmD
General Counsel
Tandigm Health
Anna Darpino
General Counsel & Executive Vice President
United Wound Healing
Tyrone Squires
Founder and Managing Director
TransparentRx
10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. The PBM Effect: Regulatory and Market Implications for Life Science Companies and Healthcare Providers
Dae Y. Lee
Shareholder, FDA & Biotechnology
Buchanan
Sam Maddula, PharmD
Founder and CEO
Workshop Strategy
Lucas W. Morgan
Shareholder, FDA & Biotechnology
Buchanan
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Policy Pulse: Navigating Regulatory Change in Life Sciences & Healthcare
Michael P. Strazzella
Co-Chair, Government Relations Section
Co-Leader, Healthcare Industry Group
Buchanan
Amanda Lincoln
Principal, Government Relations
Buchanan
12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Networking Lunch
1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Driving Innovation through Strategic Transactions
Robert Holland
Director and Associate General Counsel
US BD&L, Strategy and Portfolio
Sandoz Legal
Michael Sileski
Vice President – General Counsel
The Rothman Institute
John R. Washlick
Shareholder, Healthcare
Buchanan
Andrew J. Weissenberg
Counsel, Healthcare
Buchanan
Adam G. Wicks
Shareholder, Corporate
Buchanan
2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Advancing Compliance: Key Regulatory Updates and Enforcement Highlights
Mark A. Kasten, Moderator
Counsel, White Collar Defense, Compliance & Investigations
Buchanan
Jason P. Bologna
Shareholder, White Collar Defense, Compliance & Investigations
Buchanan
Allison L. Borgatti
Shareholder, White Collar Defense, Compliance & Investigations
Buchanan
Michelle Garvey Brennfleck
Shareholder, Healthcare
Co-Leader, Healthcare Industry Group
Courtney G. Tito
Shareholder, Healthcare
Buchanan
2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. The AI Revolution: Legal and Legislative Risks and Practical Solutions
Tina Hu-Rodgers, Moderator
Shareholder, FDA & Biotechnology
Co-Leader, Life Sciences Industry Group
Buchanan
Hart Brown
CEO
Future Point of View
Jason Liu
Senior Corporate Counsel – IP, Technology, and Data
Clario
Harry A. Valetk
Shareholder, Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
Buchanan
3:45 p.m. Closing Remarks
Tina Hu-Rodgers, Moderator
Shareholder, FDA & Biotechnology
Co-Leader, Life Sciences Industry Group
Buchanan
3:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Networking Reception
For a printable version of the program and agenda, click here.
Ready to Register?
We encourage you to register now to be part of this insightful event! Space is limited. Click the link to secure your spot and stay updated on all event details: Register Here.
Who Should Attend?
Our programming is specifically geared towards legal and corporate decision-makers, C-suite executives, and compliance professionals within the life sciences and healthcare industries. Topics will cover the evolving regulatory landscape, legislative updates from Capitol Hill, enforcement trends and more.
What to Expect:
- Dynamic Presentations: Hear from industry leaders and experts as they share their insights on the latest trends and innovations in life sciences and healthcare.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow professionals during our dedicated networking sessions, including a cocktail reception to foster meaningful conversations and collaborations.
- CLE Credit: Enhance your knowledge while earning Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits.
- Delicious Meals: Enjoy complimentary breakfast, lunch and our post-event reception providing the perfect setting to network and discuss the day's topics.
Attendee Feedback:
Evaluators have consistently rated our program a 5/5, exceeding expectations. Here's what attendees have said:
- "Very well-done program – each session was interesting and informative."
- "Practical presentations in an evolving landscape."
- "Really like the interactivity! Learned a lot."
Never Attended Before?
Take a look at last year's agenda to get a sense of the caliber of presentations and discussions you can expect this year: View Last Year's Agenda.
Excited for More?
Check out our sizzle reel highlighting the 2024 event for a taste of what’s to come: Watch the Sizzle Reel.
Join the Conversation
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We look forward to seeing you at the Life Sciences + Healthcare Summit, where innovation meets collaboration!
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