Partnering how-to: Choosing the right event
Partnering events provide a valuable opportunity to connect with potential partners and move existing discussions forward. But realistically, you can’t attend every event. So how do you decide which event is going to provide you with the best ROI?
Tools and resources to help you find the right event for you
Create a shortlist
Start by identifying which events are happening in the next 6-12 months. We’ve made this easier by listing all upcoming events which use partneringONE in one place. Check back every couple of months as we update this list regularly as registration opens for new events.
Research attendees
Most event websites offer a breakdown of past attendees. For example, you can see an attendee breakdown for BIO-Europe here. This can help you decide if the event is likely to align with your partnering goals, based on region, company type, and attendee role seniority.
Match your focus:
Some events, like Investival Showcase, have a high focus on investment opportunities, while others might have more focus on licensing agreements. Depending on your priorities for the year, choose the events which best align to your current requirements.
Check the agenda
While 1-2-1 meetings are the main draw, don’t overlook the event agenda. Sessions can offer valuable insights and keep you up-to-date on industry developments.
Leverage partneringONE plus
With partneringONE plus you can see who else is attending upcoming events as soon as someone registers, even if you are still undecided.
This helps you decide which events to attend based on who you want to meet.
Can’t be everywhere at once? With partneringONE plus you can
See the profiles for partnering-ready companies and assets for all events which use the partneringONE platform. Even if you are not able to attend.
Set up alerts so new matches arrive straight to your inbox
Find the correct person to reach out to in your therapeutic area, and where you can meet them next
And, exclusively for licensing professionals, you can message the company or contact you want to reach out to via the platform. Over 50,000 licensing and investment professionals have access to an inbox to receive your message.
partneringONE will be powering over 30 events in 2025 from focused events in therapeutic specialisms to major international conferences.
Find out how a subscription to the partneringONE plus database can help you expand your reach and improve your ROI from event attendance.
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