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Houston Life Sciences Conference

Finding innovation at the intersection of modern medicine, strategic investment and commercial real estate

Event Ended On: Wednesday February 5 2025

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Speakers and Panels

Keynote

TMC President Bill McKeon in conversation on what's ahead for the organization

William F. McKeon
Keynote

William F. McKeon

President & CEO, Texas Medical Center

The Future of Life Sciences Workforce and Economic Development

How are leaders attracting new life science talent to Houston, and ensuring they're prepared for the challenges ahead?

Chris Wild

Chris Wild

Asst VC/VP, Biotechnology, San Jacinto College
Baley Reeves
Vaccine development workforce initiatives

Baley Reeves

Director, National Center for Therapeutics Manufacturing, Texas A&M
Stacy Ebert
Lonza partnership and training initative

Stacy Ebert

VP, Alvin Community College
Dr. Mischelle Hopper
Woodlands workforce development

Dr. Mischelle Hopper

Dean of the Natural Sciences and Health, Lone Star College
Mou Sarkar

Mou Sarkar

Workforce Director, Pearland Economic Development Corporation

Collaboration and Success Stories

Best practices in working together to deliver innovation across the project cycle

Jesse McCool
Woodlands biotech company

Jesse McCool

Chief Scientific Officer, Bionova Scientific
Shawn Cloonan
Generation Park

Shawn Cloonan

Life Sciences Lead & General Counsel, McCord Development
Verena Kallhoff, PhD

Verena Kallhoff, PhD

Sr. Director, Global Life Sciences, Greater Houston Partnership

Why You Should Attend

What We'll Cover

  • Houston Life Sciences: Innovations and Growth in a Leading Hub
    • An overview of Houston’s rapidly expanding life sciences sector, highlighting key developments, innovations, and opportunities driving growth in the region.
  • Biotech and Pharma: Pioneering the Future of Healthcare
    • A deep dive into groundbreaking biotech and pharmaceutical advancements being developed in Houston, and how these innovations are shaping the future of healthcare on a global scale.
  • Life Sciences Real Estate: Building for Innovation
    • Exploring the growing demand for specialized life sciences real estate, including labs, research facilities, and manufacturing spaces, and how developers are meeting the needs of life sciences companies.
  • The Role of Academia and Research Institutions
    • A discussion on the critical role that Houston’s leading research institutions and universities play in advancing life sciences, fostering collaboration between academia and the private sector.
  • Talent and Workforce Development in Life Sciences
    • An exploration of how Houston is attracting and cultivating top talent for the life sciences industry, focusing on workforce development initiatives and educational programs that support innovation and growth.
  • Emerging Trends in MedTech and Digital Health
    • A look at the latest trends in medical technology and digital health, with a focus on how Houston’s life sciences ecosystem is driving advancements in telemedicine, AI, and wearable health technologies.

 

How You'll Do More Business By Attending:

Join us at the 2025 Houston Life Sciences Commercial Real Estate Conference, where we will highlight the key developments and innovations driving Houston’s burgeoning life sciences sector. This conference convenes  real estate professionals, life sciences leaders, researchers, investors, and policymakers to discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in life sciences real estate. From cutting-edge research facilities and development plans to investment strategies and emerging technologies, this event offers valuable insights into the future of life sciences and commercial real estate in Houston.

 

Who You’ll Meet During Networking: Universities, Owners, Developers, Investors, Brokers, Lawyers, Contractors, Construction, Architects, Designers, Tenants, End Users, and investors in the Houston life sciences market, Leasing Agents, Financial Institutions, Government Officials - Biotech Executives, BioMed Executives, Pharmaceutical Executives, and Life Science Real Estate Professionals.

 

Why You Should Attend: Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us. Join Bisnow as we jump into the market to analyze its strengths and strategize on its areas of opportunity. You don't want to miss this event!

 

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Venue

Westin Medical Center
1709 Dryden Rd
Houston, TX 77030

Ballroom: Azure
Floor: 5th Floor


Parking Information:

Valet $18

Self Park $25, the Westin Medical Center's parking garage entrance is located on Fannin St.

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Agenda

Time Activity
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
Breakfast and Networking
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
Keynote: Texas Medical Center President Bill McKeon
9:30 AM
9:40 AM
Networking Break
9:40 AM
10:30 AM
The Future of Life Sciences Workforce and Economic Development
How are leaders attracting new life science talent to Houston, and ensuring they're prepared for the challenges ahead?
10:30 AM
11:20 AM
Collaboration and Success Stories
Best practices in working together to deliver innovation across the project cycle
11:20 AM
12:00 PM
Closing Networking

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