Saturday, November 14, 2026; 9:00 AM - to - 4:30 PM

Magnify at CNSI, University of California, Los Angeles, CA

BCLA 12th Annual Summit: Catalyst 2026

​BCLA 12th Annual Summit: Catalyst 2026 is a gathering of biotech and life sciences leaders shaping the future of the industry. Join on November 14 at UCLA Magnify for meaningful conversations with founders, investors, and industry executives on what it takes to build and sustain successful companies, from alternative funding strategies to navigating the milestones that drive long-term growth.

DISCOVER · FUND · BUILD & SCALE · SUSTAIN

Event Highlights

- Keynote

- Fireside Chat

- Panels

- Networking

​Through curated discussions and insights from companies that have built lasting success, Catalyst 2026 offers a practical, forward-looking look at the full journey of company building. Come connect, exchange insights, and help shape the future of life sciences.

Catalyst 2026, BCLA's 12th Annual Summit, brings together founders, investors, and biotech leaders to talk about what it actually takes to build a company that lasts. Funding, growth, the wins and the lessons, all in one place.

Come for the insights, stay for the networking (and maybe a business card or two)

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