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Innovator’s Pitch Challenge Applications Now Open for RESI London and RESI JPM

26 Aug

Showcase your innovation to active life science investors

By Max Braht, Director of Business Development, LSN

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Life Science Nation (LSN) is now accepting applications for the Innovator’s Pitch Challenge (IPC) at both RESI London and RESI JPM. The IPC provides early-stage life science and healthcare companies with the opportunity to pitch directly to a panel of active investors, receive interactive feedback, and showcase their technology in the RESI Exhibition Hall.

RESI London – December 2025

The first week of December marks the largest life science partnering and venture week in the UK. For companies raising pre-seed through Series B, or those in Phase II or earlier development, RESI London—alongside One Nucleus’ Genesis and ELRIG/SLAS events—offers a stronger fit compared to the late November healthcare week held concurrently with Jefferies. While Jefferies tends to focus on IPO-ready or Phase III+ companies, RESI London is designed for venture-stage entrepreneurs seeking investment and strategic partnerships.

The conference takes place in person on December 4 at No.11 Cavendish Square, London, with virtual partnering continuing on December 8–9.

Apply to Pitch at RESI London >>

Application Deadline: Friday, October 24

RESI JPM – January 2026

The RESI Conference will return to San Francisco during JP Morgan Healthcare Week, providing entrepreneurs with access to the largest gathering of early-stage life science investors in the world. Taking place January 12–13 at the Marriott Marquis San Francisco, the conference will be followed by three days of virtual partnering on January 14, 19, and 20.

RESI JPM draws more than a thousand participants, including 500+ global investors, innovators, and industry experts. The Innovator’s Pitch Challenge allows selected companies to pitch live, engage in Q&A with investors, and participate in dedicated partnering meetings throughout the week.

Apply to Pitch at RESI JPM >>

Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 12

Apply today to secure your place in the Innovator’s Pitch Challenge at RESI London or RESI JPM and take advantage of the opportunity to showcase your innovation directly to active investors.

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RESI Europe Moves to Portugal on March 23, 2026

19 Aug

Redefining Every Stage of Investment comes to Lisbon 

By Dennis Ford, Founder & CEO, Life Science Nation (LSN)

DF-News-09142022Life Science Nation (LSN) is excited to announce that the RESI (Redefining Every Stage of Investment) Europe Conference is moving to Lisbon, Portugal. RESI Europe will take place in person on March 23, 2026, at the EPIC SANA Lisboa Hotel (Av Eng. Duarte Pacheco, 15, 1070-100 Lisboa, Portugal), followed by two days of virtual partnering on March 24–25, 2026.

This move aligns RESI Europe with BIO-Europe Spring, bringing the value of RESI’s curated investor network and partnering platform to Europe at a pivotal time for innovators seeking global connections.

What RESI Europe Offers

RESI: Redefining Every Stage of Investment is designed to connect life science and healthcare companies with the most relevant investors and strategic partners. Each RESI conference convenes hundreds of investors actively seeking opportunities across the 4Ds:

  • Drugs/Therapeutics
  • Medical Devices
  • Diagnostics
  • Digital Health

The RESI Experience

At RESI Europe in Lisbon, attendees will benefit from all the core components that set RESI apart:

  • Partnering for One-to-One Meetings – A structured matchmaking system aligning entrepreneurs with investors and partners who fit their stage, sector, and capital needs.
  • Investor Panels – Insights from leading global investors on emerging trends, investment priorities, and expectations from early-stage companies.
  • Workshops – Practical sessions led by industry experts on fundraising, deal-making, and market entry strategies.
  • Innovator’s Pitch Challenge (IPC) – Companies pitch to a dedicated panel of investors who provide interactive feedback. IPC participants also receive partnering access, exhibit space in the RESI Exhibition Hall, and the chance to win complimentary registration for a future RESI conference.
  • Networking and the Collision Factor – Opportunities beyond formal partnering to meet new stakeholders, explore synergies, and spark collaborations.

Why Lisbon

Lisbon is a rising life science and technology hub, making it a strategic new home for RESI Europe. With BIO-Europe Spring taking place in the same city, attendees can maximize their time and connections by participating in two premier global partnering events during one trip.

Register for RESI Europe

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Partnering Launches August 11 for RESI Boston September 

5 Aug

By Max Braht, Director of Business Development, LSN

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Partnering at RESI Boston 2025 is set to launch next Monday, August 11. The RESI series have consistently been the largest early-stage life science partnering events, in terms of investor attendance, and with 400+ investors/ strategic licensing partners expected to participate in September, RESI Boston September will be a turnkey event for entrepreneurs who are looking to raise capital.

With both in person and virtual registration options, as well as a handful of remaining spots open in our Innovator’s Pitch Challenge, companies can take advantage of Life Science Nation (LSN)’s unique partnering system to set meetings directly with global investors/ in-licensors who are a fit for their product’s sector, indication, stage of development and geographic region.

Companies looking to register can do so before this Friday, August 8th to take advantage of our Early Bird Pricing discounts. LSN will also be hosting a free partnering tutorial webinar on August 18th to help companies maximize the number of secured meetings.

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Beyond the Pitch: Why Life Science Startups Fail and How BD Assist Closes the Execution Gap

29 Jul

A deeper dive into what really moves the needle for early-stage fundraising

By Dennis Ford, Founder & CEO, Life Science Nation (LSN)

DF-News-09142022A few weeks ago, we introduced BD Assist, Life Science Nation’s full-service global partnering campaign designed to take the burden of business development off the founder’s desk and get real investor meetings on the calendar. The response from experienced founders was immediate.

Here is the truth: BD Assist is not for first-time founders who are still learning the ropes. It is built for the second, third, or fourth time scientist-entrepreneur. The one who already knows how hard this game is, who is tired of chasing down investor meetings between running a company, and who understands the real value of having a professional team help run the global campaign infrastructure.

If you missed the original rollout, you can view the BD Assist overview deck here for a clear breakdown of how the system works.

Why Execution Still Kills Good Science
Even with scientific momentum and breakthrough data, more than 90 percent of early-stage life science companies still fail. Not because the science is not good, but because most founders never make it through the long middle: the grind of targeting, messaging, outreach, and follow-up. They do not reach enough of the right capital investors and licensing partners. They do not have a CRM that tracks investor touchpoints. They do not have time to build and run a campaign while also managing a preclinical program or preparing for the next financing round.

BD Assist exists to fill that gap. To build the campaign, manage the outreach, and hand the founder a pipeline of matched meetings so they can do what they do best. Show up, pitch hard, and close deals.

What BD Assist Actually Does
At its core, BD Assist is a global investor and partner matching engine, backed by a professional services team that handles the heavy lifting. It is not just coaching or strategy. It is a full campaign execution.

  • Matching 600 to 800 capital investors and licensing partners based on stage, product, and deal profile
  • Direct introductions, meeting scheduling, and post-meeting follow-up across LSN’s global network and the RESI conference series
  • CRM setup and outreach execution so you can track progress, engagement, and pipeline movement
  • Messaging and content coaching to sharpen your story across decks, summaries, and calls
  • Strategic support from executive coaches who have helped close hundreds of investor and licensing deals

Need to See the System
Watch our Investor Database demo to understand how we match based on fit, not just category.
Take our free campaign readiness assessment to see if you are ready to scale your outreach.
Or sign up for the next RESI Conference to meet matched investors and pitch in the Innovator’s Pitch Challenge.

This BD Assist Model Works
Our partnership with the Brisbane Economic Development Agency proved it. Over the course of two years, 90% of companies raised more than $ 110 million. Why? Because we did not just teach them how to pitch. We provided them with a comprehensive global campaign system and assisted in its implementation. Click here to read the case study article.

Who is BD Assist Really For
BD Assist is for scientist-entrepreneurs who are already in motion. Founders who have been through a raise know how time-consuming investor engagement really is and are ready to hand off the execution to a trusted team.

Your job is to show up to meetings and move the needle. Our job is to fill the calendar with the right meetings, every week, for the next 9 to 18 months.

Want to Get Started
Contact resi@lifesciencenation.com to learn more.

Because in life sciences, science gets you noticed. Execution gets you funded.

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Free Pre-RESI Boston Event: Structuring Your Startup: Legal, Tax, Funding, and Other Strategic Decisions

15 Jul

Tap into the Boston life science ecosystem with expert insights on startup strategy

By Max Braht, Director of Business Development, LSN

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Life Science Nation invites early-stage life science and healthcare companies to a free, in-person pre-conference event designed to equip founders and executives with the knowledge and tools to build a successful venture in the U.S. market. 

Structuring Your Startup: Legal, Tax, Funding, and Other Strategic Decisions
Date: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: CIC Cambridge, 5th Floor, Havana Room, One Broadway, Cambridge, MA
Cost: Free (Space is limited – registration required)
Registration: https://form.jotform.com/251904188775165  

Held the day before the RESI Boston Conference (September 17–19), this session is ideal for companies attending RESI or exploring the broader Boston biotech community during Biotech Week Boston. Attendees will hear from industry experts and service providers on topics critical to launching and scaling a life science startup, including: 

  • Legal frameworks and risk mitigation strategies 
  • Tax considerations for U.S. and international companies 
  • Fundraising tactics and deal structuring 
  • Market entry and operational planning 

The program includes a networking break, allowing founders to connect with fellow innovators, advisors, and potential partners before RESI Boston officially begins. 

This session is part of Life Science Nation’s ongoing effort to help global life science entrepreneurs access the resources and connections needed to land in the Boston innovation hub and expand in the U.S. market. 

Space is limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. 

We look forward to seeing you. 

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Introducing BioVenture Voices: A New Segment in Next Phase 

8 Jul

By Dennis Ford, Founder & CEO, Life Science Nation (LSN)

DF-News-09142022Life Science Nation (LSN) is excited to introduce a new segment to our weekly Next Phase newsletter: BioVenture Voices, a collaborative feature powered by BioTechTV. This series highlights the personal stories, lessons, and perspectives of founders, investors, and industry leaders driving early-stage innovation across biotech, medtech, diagnostics, and digital health.

BioVenture Voices captures candid interviews with people navigating the complex path from scientific breakthroughs to market-ready products. Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking capital, an investor tracking emerging trends, or a strategic partner scouting for innovation, these conversations offer unfiltered viewpoints and practical takeaways straight from those in the trenches.

In alignment with LSN’s mission to connect innovative startups with early-stage investors and partners, BioVenture Voices adds a human dimension to the investment landscape—featuring voices you might meet on the RESI partnering platform, in the Exhibition Hall, or on stage during an Innovator’s Pitch Challenge session.

Starting this week, readers can look forward to regular installments of BioVenture Voices in Next Phase, offering an up-close look at the minds behind science. Watch, listen, and learn from the stories shaping the future of healthcare innovation.

To launch the series, we’re pleased to share an interview with Bryan Roberts, Partner at Venrock, who reflects on the evolution of venture investing in biotech, what he looks for in early-stage opportunities, and how the relationship between founders and investors has changed over time.

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RESI Boston Webinar Series: Your Roadmap to a Stronger Pitch, Smarter Partnering, and Greater Investor Engagement 

8 Jul

By Max Braht, Director of Business Development, LSN

Max-Braht-HeadshotRESI Boston returns September 17 to 19, 2025, and in the lead-up to the event, Life Science Nation is offering a series of free educational webinars designed to help life science startups strengthen their pitch, navigate partnering, and engage more effectively with investors. Whether you are pitching at the Innovator’s Pitch Challenge, booking one-on-one meetings, or attending RESI for the first time, these sessions offer valuable tools to get the most out of your conference experience.

July 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Standing Out to Investors: How to Tell Your Startup Story for Maximum Impact – Sign Up
The most successful entrepreneurs are powerful storytellers. This interactive bootcamp will show you how to shape and share your startup’s story for maximum investor impact. Learn how to sharpen your elevator pitch, refine your 12-slide deck, and make your messaging resonate with different stakeholders in the deal chain. Participants will leave with actionable language tools and techniques to boost their confidence and communication skills.

July 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Tips on Pitching: From the Application to the Q and A – Sign Up
Get a firsthand look at what makes a pitch resonate with investors. Join RESI judge, Bruce Cohen, who has sat on both sides of the table as an investor and an Innovator’s Pitch Challenge participant, for an inside perspective on how to stand out. This session covers best practices for your application, how to deliver a clear and convincing pitch, and how to prepare for and respond to investor Q and A.

August 7, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Biotech Exec Webinar – Who should be on your executive team? Structuring for success and fractional execs. – Sign Up
Join Life Science Nation (LSN) and Biotech Exec in early August for a free webinar on how to structure your life science startup executive team for success. Startups can fall victim to many strategic mistakes even when the science holds up. Choosing the right indication. Performing the right assay. Designing the right trial. Structuring a fund raise optimally. But one of the least talked about mistakes is putting the wrong people on the executive team or simply not brining on the right talent. We will have an engaging discussion that will include case studies of how things went wrong and testimonials from experienced CEOs and investors regarding what went right and what went wrong in their previous experience. Investors have a knack for knowing immediately if the executive team is poised to go the distance. Learn how to avoid the pitfalls most investors look for to ensure your barrier to fundraising is at a minimal. Learn if a fractional exec is right for you or if you should be looking for full-time right away.

August 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Partnering Tutorial: Making the Most of the RESI System – Sign Up
RESI’s partnering system is a powerful tool—but only if you know how to use it. Join the LSN team as we walk through how to navigate the platform, target the right investor fit, manage your outreach, and make the most of every meeting. We will also share our recommended strategy for follow-ups and how to leverage RESI content to support your fundraising journey.

September 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Investor Fireside Chat: Fundraising in Today’s Biotech Climate – Sign Up
Hear directly from investors about what is driving deal flow in the life science ecosystem. This fireside chat will cover current investment trends, what investors are looking for in early-stage biotech companies, and how startups can better position themselves to raise capital. Bring your questions and gain insight from experts who know what makes a company fundable.

Registration is open for all webinars. These sessions are free to attend and are designed to help you prepare for meaningful investor interactions and set yourself up for success at RESI Boston this September.

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