Agenda
Wednesday, September 17
Registration & Networking Breakfast
Breakfast will be provided from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Registration will be open for the entirety of the conference.
Welcome Remarks from Biocom
Speakers
Miguel Motta
Sr VP, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director, San Diego, Biocom
Opening Keynote
Speakers
Cindy Dunkle
Chief People Officer, Denali Therapeutics
Building Resilient Organizations: Talent, Alignment & the Power of Community
Resilience is no longer just an individual trait, it’s essential for futureproofing organizations in today’s dynamic business environment. Join Natasha Kehimkar, CEO of Malida Advisors, alongside fellow HR leaders, for a practical discussion on how strategic talent management, leadership development, and organizational alignment create a foundation that enables companies to anticipate, adapt, and thrive amid change. We’ll explore how HR can lead the charge in building cultures that are not only resilient but future-ready.
Speakers
Natasha Kehimkar
CEO, Malida Advisors
Jolie Keough
Former Vice President, Human Resources, ImmPACT Bio, a Lyell Immunopharma Company
Diane Kuca
Associate Director, Global Talent Development, Neurocrine Biosciences
Villetta Reeves
Associate Director, Learning & Development, BillionToOne
Stacy Aurora
Chief People Officer, Karius
Life Science Compensation Trends: A Town Hall Discussion
Join our esteemed speakers from Marsh McLennan Agency and Mercer as they delve into market benchmarks, salary structures, incentives and emerging trends shaping compensation strategies in the current landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into designing competitive compensation packages that attract, retain and motivate top talent in life science organizations.
Speakers
Andrew Dickson, SHRM-SCP
Principal, Mercer
Erin Schultze
Senior Vice President, Life Science Programs, Marsh McLennan Agency
Networking Lunch
Life Science Legal Update
In this informative session, Jim Fessenden, Fisher Phillips partner and renowned expert speaker, will discuss the critical legal developments affecting HR practices in life science companies, including compliance requirements, emerging regulations and updated best practices. Join us to stay up-to-date with the evolving legal framework and ensure your HR strategies align with the changing demands of our industry.
Speakers
Jim Fessenden
Employment Partner, Fisher Phillips
Cookies & Coffee Networking Break
Navigating Challenges: Compliance in the Crosshairs
Speakers
Stephanie Baseley
Director, People Operations, DermTech
Renu Menezes
Vice President, People, ONI
Eric Schlezinger, J.D.
Former Chief People Officer, Nurix Therapeutics
Closing Fireside Chat
Speakers
Kelly Cannan, SPHR
Vice President, Human Resources, Kura Oncology
Deanna Weber
Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Gossamer Bio
Networking Reception
Unwind from a day of insightful presentations and dynamic panel discussions and join your industry peers in continued conversations on the outdoor turf. Enjoy gourmet food stations, handcrafted beverages and live music in a relaxed setting. This reception provides an excellent opportunity to network with conference attendees and speakers one final time before the conference closes.