Agenda for Day 2 - Friday, September 25th 2026Friday, 25 September 2026 - ET (Eastern Time, GMT-05:00)

• Discover how to apply practical lessons from ERP implementations and transitions to advanced systems as organizations grow
• Explore ways to align ERP tools with company size, operational needs, and cross-departmental IT requirements
• Master the process of selecting and integrating essential software, including equity administration platforms and procurement-to-payment systems
• Uncover strategies to address implementation pain points and optimize post-implementation efficiency and financial reporting accuracy

CPE Credits Available: 1.2

• Gain insights into today's biotech capital markets from finance leaders who have navigated successful transactions across private equity, public offerings, and strategic partnerships
• Explore real-world lessons from recent transactions, including deal structuring, valuation benchmarks, and creative non-dilutive financing alternatives
• Discover strategies for timing capital raises by balancing clinical milestones, burn rate, and market dynamics to extend runway through critical development stages
• Understand accounting and financial reporting implications of different financing structures

CPE Credits Available: 1.2

• Explore how today's biotech CFOs are transforming their roles to become catalysts for innovation by driving finance function evolution to enable sustainable growth and operational excellence
• Gain unique insights from seasoned CFOs as they share their career journeys, lessons learned and actionable advice for emerging finance leaders
• Engage in dynamic discussions on overcoming industry challenges, fostering team resilience, and leveraging data-driven strategies to maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving business landscape

CPE Credits Available: 1.4

• Delve into the complexities of clinical trial accruals and their critical role in bridging finance for commercial professionals and clinical teams
• Discover how biotech companies are leveraging innovative accounting tools and automated systems to transform budgeting, forecasting, and clinical trial management to reduce risks and improve operational efficiency
• Gain actionable strategies to design processes that anticipate inaccuracies, ensuring accurate accrual recording while maintaining audit readiness

CPE Credits Available: 1.2

This dynamic session will feature use case presentations from biotech professionals, each highlighting a unique, real-world example and outcome of AI application and adaptation strategies to improve efficiency and productivity in finance and operations.

• Explore how AI is transforming workflows in forecasting, GTN operations, clinical approval, and expense reporting
• Learn how AI adoption impacts financial reporting accuracy and strategies to address compliance concerns, including IP leakage, data security, and audit implications of AI adoption
• Discover how AI enables predictive finance models, driving proactive decision-making and operational agility

CPE Credits Available: 1.2

• Explore real-world strategies for balancing capital allocation across R&D, commercialization, and portfolio management
• Learn best practices for managing costs, optimizing resources and scaling operations in today’s funding environment
• Gain practical tools and frameworks to make smarter financial decisions and ensure successful commercialization outcomes

CPE Credits Available: 1.2