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Join us in Orlando, March 1–2, 2027, for the 5th Annual Clinical Trial Venture, Innovation & Partnering Conference. This exclusive gathering of senior investors, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and start-up innovators shaping the future of clinical trials.

Invest in the Future of Clinical Trial Innovation

The 5th Annual Clinical Trial Venture, Innovation & Partnering Conference returns to Orlando on March 1–2, 2027. Part of the 18th Annual SCOPE Summit, this high-impact forum for investors and industry leaders shaping clinical research.

Connect with C-suite peers across pharma, health systems, and growth-stage companies while gaining an exclusive market overview and insights on investment trends, innovation, and returns. Meet innovative clinical tech start-ups driving the next wave of disruption.

Highlights include a dedicated investor-to-investor meetup, full access to the SCOPE Summit, and exclusive meet-and-greets with keynote speakers. Discover high-growth opportunities and strategic partnerships shaping the future of clinical trials.

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2027 Co-Chairs

Rana Lonnen
Dave Stevenson
Sunny Kumar
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Agenda Topics Include:

MARKET OUTLOOK:
• Where Innovation and Investment Are Heading in Clinical Development

INVESTOR OUTLOOK:
• Emerging Venture Opportunities Across Clinical Trial Technology and Services

STRATEGIC PARTNERING IN CLINICAL TRIALS:
• How Pharma, CROs, Sites & Startups Create Scalable Value

CORPORATE VENTURE PERSPECTIVES:
• Build, Buy, Partner or Invest in the Age of AI-Enabled Clinical Development

SCALING AI IN CLINICAL OPERATIONS:
• From Pilot Programs to Enterprise Adoption

REINVENTING PATIENT ACCESS:
• New Models for Recruitment, Engagement & Retention Partnerships

CHINA INNOVATION OUTLOOK:
• Partnering, Investment & Cross-Border Opportunities in Clinical Development

ENTREPRENEURSHIP LESSONS & OPERATOR INSIGHTS:
• Scaling Clinical Trial Businesses in a Capital-Efficient Market

2026 Featured Speakers

Sunny Kumar, MD

Sunny Kumar, MD
Partner, Informed Ventures

Rana Lonnen

Rana Lonnen
General Partner, Science Capital

David Stevenson

David Stevenson
COO & Managing Director, Merck Global Health Innovation Fund

Eliav Barr

Eliav Barr
Head, Global Clinical Development and CMO, Global Clinical Development, Merck & Co.

Jessica J. Federer

Jessica J. Federer
Board Member, Angelini Ventures

Jeremy P. Goldberg

Jeremy P. Goldberg
Operating Partner, Healthcare, Arsenal Capital Partners

Jared Saul, MD

Jared Saul, MD
Chief Medical Officer, Commercial Healthcare and Life Sciences, Amazon Web Services

Laura Hilty

Laura Hilty
Principal, HealthX Ventures

Mitesh Rao

Mitesh Rao
Founder & CEO, OMNY Health

Zach Taft

Zach Taft
CEO, IgniteData

Carrie Williams

Carrie Williams
Vice President & Partner, McKesson Ventures

John R. Pavletic

John R. Pavletic
Executive Director, Lilly Ventures

Megann Vaughn Watters

Megann Vaughn Watters
Vice President, New Ventures & Strategic Alliances, Labcorp

Lynne Chou O'Keefe

Lynne Chou O'Keefe
Founder & Managing Partner, Define Ventures

Ariel B. Katz

Ariel B. Katz
CEO & Co-Founder, H1

Maulik D Mehta

Maulik D. Mehta
Former President, Safety & Pharmacovigilance, TriNetX, Inc.

Carolyn Magill

Carolyn Magill
Venture Partner, Define Ventures

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2026 Major and Strategic Sponsors

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MARKET OVERVIEW:

Life Sciences Outlook 2026—What does it mean for Clinical Trials?

Andy B. Bolt, Principal, Leader, Life Sciences R and D Practice, Deloitte & Touche LLP

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Who Should Attend

INVESTMENT FIRMS:

  • Venture Capitalists
  • Private Equity Firms
  • Investment Banks
  • Senior Investors (Managing Partners/Directors & General Partners)
  • Investors (Partners, Investors & Principals)
  • Private Marketing Investing
  • Portfolio Advisors (Venture & Operating Partners)

START-UPS and GROWTH COMPANIES:

  • Emerging Company Leaders
  • Founders & CEOs
  • C-Suite Executives (CFOs, CSOs, CIOs, CTOs, etc.)
  • Innovation & Strategy Managers (SVPs, VPs & Directors)

CORPORATIONS:

  • Local, State, and US Government
  • Hospitals (Venture & Innovation)
  • Large Pharma (Venture & Innovation)
  • Small and Mid-Size Biopharma C-Suite Executives
  • Business Development Heads (SVPs, VPs & Directors)
  • Innovation & Strategy Managers (SVPs, VPs & Directors)
  • Corporate Venture Leaders (Managing Directors, Partners & Directors)

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Event Features

Keynote Talks
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1 on 1 Networking
Networking and Reception
Conference and Expo

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Key Contacts

Julia Boguslavsky

CONFERENCE CONTENT

Julia Boguslavsky
Executive Director, Conferences
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Craig Simak

PARTNERING & SPONSORSHIP

Craig Simak
Executive Director, Conferences
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