MARYLAND INNOVATION. GLOBAL IMPACT.

June 16–19, 2025  |  Boston, MA

The Maryland Tech Council is proud to represent the strength and innovation of Maryland’s life sciences ecosystem at the 2025 BIO International Convention in Boston. Visit us at Booth #553 to connect with leading companies, explore cutting-edge advancements, and discover why Maryland is where life sciences lead.

Join us on Wednesday, June 18, for the BioHealth Capital Region Life Sciences: Powering Innovation Together breakfast during BIO 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to network and learn about the region’s impact on life sciences; register and find more details at bit.ly/biohealthcapital.

MONDAY • JUNE 16

3:00PM: From Molecule to Market: Partnering for Seamless Development and Manufacturing

The panel will discuss the integrated approach to drug development and manufacturing. This panel will delve into how strategic partnerships between CROs and CDMOs can streamline processes, optimize timelines, and ensure a smooth transition from early research through clinical trials to commercial-scale production, ultimately bringing therapies to patients faster.

  • Dr. Tim Fouts, CSO, ABL-Ascend
  • Moderated by: Mike Halaiko, Shareholder, Baker Donelson

TUESDAY • JUNE 17

11:00AM: Company Pitch with US Pharmacopia

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) will deliver a company presentation featuring Mark Mulvahill, Senior Director of Microbiology Solutions.

11:30AM: Company Pitch with VaLogic

The Valogic will deliver a company presentation featuring Bill Robertson, Chief Executive Officer.

1:00PM: Global Hubs for Biopharma Talent: Building a Collaborative Training Ecosystem

Explore the strategies and successes of leading biopharma training and education centers across Ireland, the USA, and Canada. This panel will discuss how NIBRT, BioHub Maryland, and CASTL are fostering a globally competitive workforce through innovative programs, shared best practices, and collaborative initiatives.

  • Kelly Schulz, CEO, BioHub Maryland, Powered by Maryland Tech Council
  • Killian O’Driscoll, CCO, NIBRT
  • Penny Walsh-McGuire, CEO, CASTL
  • Moderated by: Brad Stewart, National Leader Life Sciences and Market Managing Principal, BDO
3:00PM: Visit from Lt. Governor Aruna Miller

WEDNESDAY • JUNE 18

11:00AM: Unlocking Better Outcomes, Where Diagnostics Meet Therapeutics

Join us for a discussion, Unlocking Better Outcomes: Where Diagnostics Meet Therapeutics.

  • Joannah Kim, Scientific Advisor, TrilliumBiO
  • Daniella Cramp, Senior Vice President and President, Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Moderated by: Betty Woo, Vice President/ General Manager, Cell and Gene Therapy at Thermo Fisher Scientific
3:00PM: Company Pitch with PRONAV

The PRONAV will deliver a company presentation featuring Jim Kernan, Chief Executive Officer.