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The Future of Biopharma Alliances in an AI-Driven, High-Complexity World 

What to Expect 

Three days built by practitioners, for practitioners. Every session is chosen for its real-world relevance, which means you'll leave with strategies, frameworks, and connections you can actually use.

Sessions That Reflect the Work You Do

The 2026 program covers what's actually changing the job: AI moving from experiment to daily toolkit, governance models stretching to handle three, four, or more partners at once, and alliance leaders being asked to own value realization, not just process. No product pitches. No purely theoretical topics. Just the real work our community comes for.

What You'll Walk Away With

  • Actionable strategies from 50+ alliance leaders and practitioners
  • High-value connections with peers from pharma, biotech, and beyond
  • 12 professional development hours toward CA-AM or CSAP certification renewal
“Networking with peers who truly understand the art and science of alliances was game-changing. I connected with leaders across industries whose insights have reshaped how our teams think about collaboration and value creation.” ~ Kristin Rosner, PhD, CSAP, CA-AM, Senior Director, Global R&D Alliance Management, Takeda

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Program Highlights

Track 1 | AI, Data & Digital Innovation and the Future of Alliance Management
Track 2 | The Alliance Leader and Value Creation
Track 3 | Complex Partnerships, Governance, and Cross-Sector Collaboration
Track 4 | Global Collaborations, Discovery Partnerships, and Academia 

  • ASAP Board of Directors Meeting (invite only)
  • ASAP Board of Directors Dinner (invite only)

ASAP Education - Add an ASAP course, developed by alliance leaders for alliance leaders. All courses start at 9:00 AM and end at 5:00 PM and require separate registration which can be done when registering for the Summit.

CONFERENCE KICK OFF AT 3:00 PM

Welcome Reception (all invited)

Speaker and session announcements coming soon.

Afterglow Reception (all invited) - Sponsored by Vantage Partners
Speaker and session announcements coming soon.

View last year's program here.

Registration

Conference Rate - $2,699 / $2,299 early rate ends 9/25

Member Rate - $2,159 / $1,839 early rate ends 9/25

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“ASAP’s BioPharma Conference is unequivocally the most valuable event I attend each year. The rich content and community elevate my career and alliance capabilities."

Featured Speakers

Katherine Kendrick

Katherine Kendrick, CSAP, CA-AM

Executive Director, Head of Alliance Management

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

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Arne Worn

Arne Wörn, PhD

Global Head of Alliance Management

Novartis

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Aram Donigian

Aram Donigian

Clinical Professor of Business Administration; Faculty Director, Tuck Business Bridge Program

Dartmouth

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Additional Speakers Include

Jennifer Christian, Associate Director, IT M&A, Divestitures & Collaborations, AbbVie

Melanie Patterson, PhD, Director II, AbbVie 

Logistics

Venue

Renaissance Boston Seaport District
606 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210

Room Block

ASAP has secured discounted room rate at the Renaissance of $269+ per/night (until October 19, 2026 or when the block is full) Reserve Now 

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"The ASAP BioPharma Conference is a transformative experience that brings together the brightest minds in the industry. The insights and connects are invaluable."

Sponsors

We’re grateful to our sponsors whose support makes this event possible and strengthens the entire ASAP community. Their partnership enables us to deliver meaningful programs and experiences throughout the year. Interested in becoming an ASAP sponsor? Visit our sponsorship page to learn more and connect with us.

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