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SUMMARY:Strategic Foundations for Life Sciences Growth
DESCRIPTION:This seminar offers practical insights for life sciences companies on structuring their business. \nIt offers practical guidance on how to build a strong foundation for growth in the life sciences industry and manage essential insurance risks. \nOpen to startups and scale-ups across med tech and biotech\, the event also provides valuable networking opportunities. \nKey Features \nAttendees will gain insights into company formation: \n\nfulfilling director responsibilities\,\ntalent strategies\, and essential insurance coverage—\nall tailored to the unique challenges of early-stage life sciences businesses.\n\nKey Learning Objectives: \nBy attending this seminar\, delegates will learn: \n\nUnderstand Company Formation: Learn about different company structures and the legal/practical steps to establish a life sciences business.\nClarify Director Responsibilities: Explore the legal duties and leadership skills required for company directors.\nAttract and Retain Talent: Discover how to design competitive benefit programmes using the latest talent and pay trends.\nNavigate Insurance Essentials: Identify core insurance policies needed\, including compulsory\, core\, and emerging risk coverage.\n\nKey Speakers: \n\nPhil Pugh\, Partner at Browne Jacobson – on company setup and director responsibilities\nVicki Leslie & John Darling\, WTW – on talent attraction and retention strategies\nVictoria Targett\, WTW – on insurance essentials for life sciences companies
URL:https://staging.lifesciencesweek.co.uk/event/strategic-foundations-for-life-sciences-growth/
LOCATION:The Colmore Building\, The Colmore Building 20 Colmore Circus\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 6AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Thursday
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SUMMARY:Risk\, Resilience & Revolution: Life Sciences in a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:This seminar brings together industry experts to explore the evolving risk landscape in life sciences. Attendees will gain insights into emerging claims trends\, legal challenges\, and cyber liability risks. \nThe event is designed to help organisations strengthen their risk management strategies and build resilience in an increasingly digital and regulated environment. \nKey Features: \n\nExpert-led sessions on insurance claims and cyber liability\nPractical guidance on mitigation and navigation strategies\nNetworking opportunities with peers and professionals\nBuffet lunch provided\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy attending this seminar\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand the latest trends in insurance claims and litigation affecting life sciences companies.\nIdentify key areas of concern\, including gaps in coverage and legal vulnerabilities.\nExplore cyber liability risks specific to biotech\, pharma\, and med tech sectors.\nGain practical insights into cyber insurance solutions and risk mitigation strategies.\nConnect with industry peers and experts to share experiences and build resilience.\n\nSpeakers: \n\nClair Miles\, WTW\nPeter Barnes\, Clyde & Co\nCharlotte Taylor\, Cyber Expert\, WTW
URL:https://staging.lifesciencesweek.co.uk/event/risk-resilience-revolution-life-sciences-in-a-changing-world/
LOCATION:The Colmore Building\, The Colmore Building 20 Colmore Circus\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 6AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wednesday
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SUMMARY:Protecting Innovation: Patents and Trials in Life Sciences
DESCRIPTION:In Life Sciences\, innovation drives progress—but without protection\, valuable discoveries risk being lost or misused. \nHosted by WTW\, this seminar explores how companies can safeguard their breakthroughs through two critical avenues: patent protection and clinical trial integrity. We’ll examine how patents secure intellectual property\, foster investment\, and maintain competitive advantage\, while clinical trial governance ensures ethical standards\, data reliability\, and regulatory compliance. By balancing legal strategy with scientific rigour\, organisations can protect their innovations from development to delivery. \nAttendees will gain practical insights into navigating IP frameworks\, mitigating risks in trial design\, and aligning protection strategies with business goals. Whether you’re in R&D\, legal\, or leadership\, this session offers a clear roadmap for securing the future of Life Sciences innovation. \nKey Features:- \n1. Patent Protection in Life Sciences \n\nImportance of Patents: Critical for biotech\, pharma\, and diagnostics.\nStrategic Filing: Guidance on when and how to file patents.\nComplementary Tools: Use of trade secrets alongside patents.\nExpert Insights: Real-world case studies and live Q&A.\n\n2. Clinical Trials and Insurance \n\nRegulatory Awareness: MHRA guidance and ABPI updates.\nInsurance Requirements: Coverage needs for UK and international trials.\nRisk Mitigation: Navigating evolving clinical trial landscapes.\n\n3. Networking and Collaboration \n\nCross-sector Engagement: Connect with professionals in life sciences\, legal\, and insurance.\nExpert Panels: Insights from WTW\, Marks & Clerk\, and Chubb Insurance.\n\nLearning Objectives:- \nBy attending this seminar\, delegates will learn about: \n1. Patent Protection in Life Sciences \n\nImportance of Patents: Patents are critical for safeguarding innovation in biotech\, pharmaceuticals\, and diagnostics.\nStrategic Filing: Knowing when and how to file patents is essential to protect intellectual property.\nComplementary Tools: Trade secrets can enhance an IP strategy alongside patents.\nExpert Insights: Real-world case studies and Q&A provide practical understanding of legal and commercial challenges.\n\n2. Clinical Trials and Insurance Regulatory Awareness: Understanding MHRA guidance and ABPI updates is vital for compliance. \n\nInsurance Requirements: Specific coverage is needed for clinical trials\, especially those conducted outside the UK.\nRisk Mitigation: Awareness of evolving clinical trial landscapes helps companies navigate risks effectively.\n\n3. Networking and Collaboration \n\nThe event fosters connections among professionals in the life sciences\, legal\, and insurance sectors.\nOpportunities to engage with experts from WTW\, Marks & Clerk\, and Chubb Insurance.\n\nKey Speakers:- \nHannah Williams (WTW) with experts from: \n\nWTW – Covering insights on clinical trial insurance and regulatory compliance.\nMarks & Clerk – contributing to the patent protection session.\nChubb Insurance – Providing expertise on insurance requirements for clinical trials.\n\n 
URL:https://staging.lifesciencesweek.co.uk/event/protecting-innovation-patents-and-trials-in-life-sciences/
LOCATION:The Colmore Building\, The Colmore Building 20 Colmore Circus\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B4 6AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tuesday
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