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LSX Investival Showcase Europe
Life Science Executive Partnering
Monday 17th November 2025Old Billingsgate, London, UK

Ari-Pekka Laitsaari
Life Science & Biotech, Equity & Growth Capital at European Investment Bank
Speaker

Profile

I am a Senior Advisor with over 40 years of experience spanning corporate banking, venture capital, and venture debt. My career has given me a deep understanding of company journey from early equity investments to growth-stage capital structures up to listing. Throughout my career, I have advised a wide range of companies in biopharma, medtech, and life sciences, helping management teams design financing strategies that enable rapid growth while preserving ownership and shareholder value.

Currently, I focus on supporting growth-stage companies where venture debt and hybrid financing instruments provide an effective alternative to equity. I work closely with executives, investors, and Key Opinion Leaders to structure capital-efficient solutions that accelerate commercialization, facilitate international expansion, and strengthen strategic partnerships.

My extensive experience also includes board and advisory roles, giving me a practical perspective on the challenges and opportunities that high-growth companies face. By bridging finance and scientific innovation, I help organizations navigate complex markets, access the right investors, and scale sustainably.

Throughout my career, I have built an international network across Europe, the U.S., and emerging markets, positioning me to provide insights that are both globally informed and highly relevant to growth-stage companies seeking to expand their impact and market presence.

Agenda Sessions

  • The Funding Evolution: The Role of Alternative Financing Models in the Valley of Death

    14:15

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