The Next Generation of Personalized Medicine

Location: Overture Hall

CEO Lisa Johnson will take center stage to present the latest groundbreaking initiatives that our organization has undertaken. With a finger on the pulse of industry trends and a relentless drive for innovation, our CEO will unveil exciting projects, partnerships, and strategies that will shape the future of our organization and revolutionize the industry at large.

Join us as we spotlight our incredible members who will shape the future. We look forward to welcoming you to this momentous event, where the extraordinary becomes the new standard.

Speaker:

• Lisa Johnson, CEO, BioForward

Location: Overture Hall

Morning Keynote

INNOVATIONS IN PERSONALIZED MEDICINE

Wisconsin companies are leading the way in personalized medicine by tailoring prevention, diagnosis, and treatment technologies and strategies to the individual and enhancing patient outcomes and overall health. Their innovations have established Wisconsin as a major player in this critical field. Learn from Wisconsin biohealth leaders on their companies’ pioneering contributions.

Speakers:

• Anjon Audhya, Senior Associate Dean for Basic Research, Biotechnology, and Graduate Studies, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health


• Ulrich Broeckel, MD, Founder and CEO, RPRD Diagnostics


• Leslie Lemke-Boutcher, VP Nonclinical Toxicology, Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals


• Chris Riley, VP & Group Executive, Danaher

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Location: Overture Hall

Morning Panel 1

MADE IN WISCONSIN- MANUFACTURING ECOSYSTEM

A key strength of Wisconsin’s biohealth robust local manufacturing ecosystem (automation, robotics, precision & customer manufacturing, packaging & plastics). In 2021, Wisconsin suppliers provided over $6 billion in goods and services to Wisconsin biohealth companies. This supply chain is critical to our success and provides the backbone for an independent and locally sourced industry. Join this session to learn more about some of Wisconsin’s biohealth supply chain leaders and find out what is really “Made in Wisconsin.”

Speakers:

• Seth Hudson, Executive Director for Corporate Relations and Economic Engagement, Discovery Center, University of Wisconsin- Stout


• Jesse Winker, Director of Product Development, Prent Corporation


• Michael Dover, Director of Manufacturing Technology, Phillips-Medisize


• Michael Cook, Director Academic Enablement, Rockwell Automation

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Location: Promenade Hall

Morning Panel 2

PREVENTATIVE CARE & HEALTH EQUITY

The practice of medicine has been forever changed by advancements in genomic and molecular research. Personalized medicine has risen out of our expanding knowledge of the human genome and molecular markers of disease especially when it comes to prevention. New technologies and data make it possible to prevent disease, track progression, and develop strategies before a negative outcome. Importantly, these technologies hold the potential to increase health equity throughout our state. Join our fascinating panel discussion where experts discuss prevention and equity through personalized medicine.

Speakers:

• Lisa Cadmus-Bertram, Associate Professor, Department of Kinesiology, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health


• Amy Kind, Associate Dean for Social Health Sciences and Programs, UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health


• Honey Reddi, Professor, Department of Pathology and CTSI; Division Director Precision Medicine and Cytogenetics for Pathology, Medical College of Wisconsin

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Location: Wisconsin Room

THIRD ANNUAL BIOHEALTH COMMUNICATIONS COMPETITION

The 3rd Annual Biohealth Communications Competition continues to aid Wisconsin’s young biohealth leaders in developing critical skills to discuss advanced topics with the general public.  This year’s competition is twice as big! The finalists from undergrad and graduate student competitions will speak during this session. Finalists demonstrate their ability to explain an aspect of personalized medicine (undergrads) or their groundbreaking research (postdocs) in quick, fun, and accessible presentations. Come and support the next generation of Wisconsin researchers and biohealth leaders and learn what the future holds for our industry.

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Learn More About the Graduate Competition

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Location: Overture Lobby

Lunch

Please take a seat, relax, and savor a delicious lunch catered by Catering a Fresco.

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Celebrate the accomplishments of this year’s Wisconsin Biohealth Awards!

Since 2015, BioForward has been honoring outstanding scientific and business accomplishments in the biohealth and life science sector on a yearly basis. As we enter the ninth year of these awards, BioForward is thrilled to continue celebrating the leadership and innovation that have helped position Wisconsin as a leading provider of healthcare solutions.

2023 Award Winners:

Hector F. DeLuca Scientific Achievement Award- Thomas Grist, Professor and Chair, Department of Radiology, UW School of Medicine and Public Health

Wisconsin Biohealth Business Achievement Award- Chris Miskel, CEO & President, Versiti

Learn more about past award winners | See award meanings

Location: Overture Hall

Afternoon Panel

MADE IN WISCONSIN- BIOPHARMA MANUFACTURING

Wisconsin’s biopharma/biomanufacturing companies are thriving. With Wisconsin biomanufacturing expanding by 29% since 2018, the companies that provide API and biologic manufacturing to aid in developing and producing advanced therapeutics have experienced remarkable growth. With national interests focused on reshoring our pharma manufacturing, Wisconsin is positioned well to promote that next-gen biopharma manufacturing is “Made in Wisconsin.”  Come and participate in this session where you can learn from our successful businesses and interact with our panelists.

Speakers:

• Adam Kujath, VP & General Manager, Sterling Pharma Solutions


• Lori Aschenbrenner, Director, Drug Development and Regulatory Strategy Early Phase Development Solutions, Labcorp


• David Goeddel, Director of API R&D, MilliporeSigma Life Science Services


• Justin Koepsel, Senior Director, Commercial Operations, Catalent Biologics, Drug Substance

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Location: Promenade Hall

Emerging Growth Company Presentations

Explore the cutting-edge solutions and promising future of Wisconsin’s thriving biohealth industry, driven by innovative start-ups and early-stage companies in personalized medicine. Prepare to be impressed and inspired by their groundbreaking work, as you witness the exciting evolution of personalized medicine in Wisconsin.

Speakers:

• Jill Enos (Moderator), Managing Director, TitletownTech


• John Reimer, VP Business Development, Xiogenix


• Indrajit Choudhuri, Founder & CEO, Medicardia Health


• Khalid K. Alam, Founder & CEO, Stemloop, Inc.


• Julie Tetzlaff, COO, Diverge TSL


• Lara Riem, Director of AI and Data Science, Springbok Analytics

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Location: Overture Hall

Afternoon Keynote

PIONEERING SOLUTIONS

Join us for a keynote from a leader in personalized medicine to discuss their companies’ collaborations with clinical, academic, pharmaceutical, and research organizations to help revolutionize healthcare outcomes. This is an opportunity not to be missed to learn about the cutting-edge advancements happening in our own community.

Speakers:

• Seth Blacksburg, MD, MBA, Senior VP and Chief Medical Officer, Accuray

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Location: Overture Hall Lobby

This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate!

Indulge in our signature cocktails and mingle with fellow attendees, event speakers, and esteemed members of the BioForward Board. Make sure to engage with the university students who are browsing through career fair tables.

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