By Karen Deyo, VP of Product, Israel BD, LSN
All event organizers love to claim that their latest event was their best yet—but do the numbers back it up? For the most recent RESI, held during JP Morgan Healthcare Week in San Francisco, the answer is a resounding yes.
This year’s event saw 850 registered investors, nearly a 20% increase from the previous year. Overall attendance climbed to 1,600 participants, up by almost 250 attendees year over year. International engagement remained strong, with participants from more than 30 countries across six continents.
Most notably, there was a significant rise in in-person meetings. The percentage of meetings held in person increased from 58% to 70%, resulting in 1,600 in-person meetings scheduled through the platform. Beyond scheduled meetings, attendees also benefited from RESI’s second year at the Marriott Marquis, where expanded networking space helped amplify the “collision factor,” leading to countless ad hoc conversations and connections.
RESI’s partnering platform continues to enable companies to be more targeted in their outreach, allowing them to focus on investors who are most likely to be a strategic fit. This selectivity drives stronger engagement, with over 30% of meeting requests receiving a response. While founders often find non-responses frustrating, even a clear “no” allows them to redirect their efforts toward more promising opportunities.
At its core, partnering is a numbers game—and consistent participation matters. Attending RESI regularly gives companies the opportunity to get in front of investors up to five times per year, significantly increasing their chances of making meaningful connections.
The next RESI takes place in Lisbon on March 23. Be sure to register this week before Super Early Bird pricing ends.
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