Join us for an interactive discussion bringing together leaders from across the life sciences and healthcare ecosystem. This event will explore the key factors shaping the industry’s future, including how AI is advancing research, operations, and patient care; the workforce challenges facing employers; and the evolving talent and infrastructure needs of a rapidly growing sector.
Participants will also examine how stronger collaboration among industry, academia, and government can help address workforce gaps, accelerate innovation, and support continued growth across Massachusetts’ life sciences ecosystem. The discussion will highlight emerging priorities, opportunities for action, and strategies to ensure the Commonwealth remains a global leader in life sciences. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and participate in optional campus tours.
Meeting Agenda:
8:30 AM: Registration, Networking, & Campus Tours
9:30 AM: Welcome Remarks
9:40 AM: Keynote on life sciences and healthcare market trends, Massachusetts workforce strengths, and practical strategies for success.
Dr. Jared Auclair, Dean of the College of Professional Studies, Northeastern University
9:55 AM: Panel Apprenticeship Case Study & Results
Dr. Molly Smith, Associate Dean of Corporate & Community Engagement, Northeastern University
Diego Martins, Student at Northeastern University & Apprentice at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
Richard Meiklejohn, Innovation Hub Director, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
10:15 AM: Interactive Roundtable Discussion with Life Science and Healthcare Industry Leaders & Ecosystem Partners
11:00 AM: Q&A and Networking
Thank you to BW Kennedy & Co., OLSON LEWIS+ Architects, Northern Bank, Ryan, and Ultragenyx for sponsoring this event. Thank you to Northeastern University for hosting this meeting.
Member Registration | $125 Non-Member Registration
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