ASAP BioPharma Conference

Get ready to be inspired at the 2025 ASAP BioPharma Conference! Join alliance management leaders from around the world, representing collaborations across the entire life sciences value chain, from early stage drug discovery to product commercialization. This innovative program promises to deliver unparalleled networking opportunities, engaging interactive sessions, and expert-led discussions.

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“The ASAP BioPharma Conference is unequivocally the most valuable event I attend each year. What sets it apart is its rich content. ASAP is where you go to learn from the best to elevate your career and alliance capabilities!”

Whether you’re a seasoned alliance professional or just starting out, you'll leave with actionable strategies and insights from real-world case studies specifically tailored to your experience level and organizational priorities. 

Explore breakthrough topics reshaping alliance management, including AI and digital transformation, new alliance models, complex multi-partner ecosystems, and much more.

Call for Speakers

Deadline: June 18, 2025

We’re inviting alliance professionals, thought leaders, and practitioners to share compelling case studies, best practices, and forward-thinking strategies at the 2025 BioPharma Conference. This year's program centers around five content themes. We encourage submissions aligned to these themes that reflect real-world examples, demonstrate measurable impact and/or deliver practical insights for alliance professionals at all stages of professional development. 

Are you elevating how alliances are built and managed in biopharma? Are you driving collaborative innovation, building trust across partnerships, or unlocking new alliance insights with AI? If so, complete your speaker proposal today.  Deadline is June 18, 2025.

Speaker Proposal

To help secure approval for your participation, we've prepared a customizable justification template highlighting the tangible ROI this conference offers to you and your organization.

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“ASAP’s content is timely, relevant, and original. Others may try to duplicate the unique experience that ASAP has created, but none match the combination of cutting-edge programming, industry expertise, and dedicated community engagement.”

Conference Planning Committee

Aida Bendt
CO-CHAIR

Aida Bendt, CA-AM

Head of Alliance Management, Oncology R&D

AstraZeneca

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Chris Black
CO-CHAIR

Chris Black, CA-AM

Head, Corporate Alliance Management & Integration

Merck

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Jason Felsch, CSAP, CA-AM

Senior Director, Alliance Management

Acadia Pharmaceuticals

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Katherine Kendrick, CSAP, CA-AM

Executive Director, Head of Alliance Management

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

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Romuald Lainé, PhD, CSAP, CA-AM

Head of Evaluation & Partnering

Servier

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Brooke Paige, CSAP, CA-AM

Global Alliance Management, Neuroscience, Rare Disease & Digital

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

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Kristin Rosner, CA-AM

Director of Alliance Management

Takeda Pharmaceuticals

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Petra Sansom, CA-AM

Vice President, Alliance Management

Beam Therapeutics

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Hélène Svahnqvist, CA-AM

Vice President, Head of Alliance Management

Life Edit

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Cindy Yang, CSAP, CA-AM

Senior Director, Head of Alliance Management

Kezar Life Sciences

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Arne Wörn, PhD

Global Head Alliance Management

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

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"The ASAP BioPharma Conference is where the future of alliance management is shaped. The diverse range of topics and expert-led discussions provide a comprehensive understanding of the industry's direction. I leave every year feeling inspired and equipped to lead our alliances to new heights."

Speakers

Leo Barella

Leo Barella

Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer

Takeda

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Sarah Korman

Sarah Korman

General Counsel & Head of Business Operations

Isomorphic Labs

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Aida Bendt

Aida Bendt, CA-AM

Head of Alliance Management, Oncology R&D

AstraZeneca

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Chris Black

Chris Black, CA-AM

Head, Corporate Alliance Management & Integration

Merck

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Nicole Boston

Nicole Boston, CAE, CA-AM

President & CEO

ASAP

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“ASAP’s BioPharma Conference remains the premier and largest community of professionals in alliance and partnership leadership. If you only can make it to one event this year…make it this one!”

Conference Program

Monday, November 17

8:00-2:30

CA-AM Exam Review

8:00-2:30

CSAP Exam Review

8:00-2:30

NEW! ASAP Foundational Course

8:00–11:00

ASAP Advisory Council (invitation only)

11:00-2:30

Executive Leadership Forum (invitation only)

3:00–5:30

Conference Kickoff

5:30–7:00

Opening Reception

Tuesday, November 18

8:30-5:30

Conference

5:30-7:30

Reception

Wednesday, November 19

8:30–12:00

Conference

12:00–5:00

Experiential Learning (Optional)

12:00–5:00

ASAP Board of Directors Meeting (Invitation Only)

6:00–8:00

ASAP Board of Directors Dinner

Thursday, November 20

8:00-12:00

ASAP Board of Directors Meeting

Professional Development Credits

By attending the ASAP BioPharma Conference, you will earn 12 credit hours toward CA-AM and CSAP certification or renewal.

Registration

Early Bird 15% Discount (by Oct 3) Regular Rate
Regular Rate
Includes complimentary ASAP membership

$2,299

$2,699

Member Rate – 20% Discount

$1,839

$2,159

"The ASAP BioPharma Conference is a transformative experience that brings together the brightest minds in the industry. The insights and connections I gain here are invaluable for driving innovation and success in our alliances.”

Hotel & Travel

ASAP has negotiated a discounted rate of $229.00+ per night at the Renaissance Boston Seaport District. This rate is only available until the block is sold out or the cutoff date of Monday, October 27, 2025. To receive the discounted rate, you must book through the ASAP room block at https://book.passkey.com/go/ASAPBioPharmaConf2025.

"Attending the ASAP BioPharma Conference has been a game-changer for my career. The sessions are packed with actionable strategies and the networking opportunities are unparalleled. It's a must-attend event for anyone serious about alliance management."

Sponsors

Thank you to the following companies who have invested and are supporting the event. Without their generosity, this event would not be possible.

Interested in learning more about exhibiting or sponsoring? Contact us!

Platinum

Vantage Partners

Gold

allianceboard

Silver

ASAP Community

Join the ongoing conversation and in-depth discussion happening in ASAP Community, or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

Future BioPharma Conferences

November 9–11, 2026

Renaissance Boston Seaport District
606 Congress Street
Boston, Massachusetts 02210
617-388-4111

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