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Boston Life Sciences Conference

Major Developments, Evolving Tenant Needs, Capital Markets, Leasing Dynamics and Innovation Hubs

Event Ended On: Thursday March 28 2024

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Speakers and Panels

Enhancing Greater Boston's Biotech Ecosystems and Innovation Hubs

Advancing Boston's Top Clusters

Yvonne Hao

Yvonne Hao

Secretary of Economic Development, State of Massachusetts
Alexander Main
Moderator

Alexander Main

Senior Vice President, Operations, Wise Construction

Evolving Development Strategies to Meet Market Demands Across All Lab Types

Adapting Development Decisions to Respond to Market Trends

Nick Cassaro

Nick Cassaro

VP, Head of Life Sciences Development, BGO
Jake Sparkman

Jake Sparkman

Manager, Life Science Investments, BXP
Jonathan Scheinberg

Jonathan Scheinberg

Partner, Outshine Properties

Leasing & Market Dynamics: Vacancy Rates + Supply & Demand

Closing Deals & Identifying Growth Tenants

Kerry Hawkins

Kerry Hawkins

Senior Director of Asset Management, Hobbs Brook
Duncan Gratton
Moderator

Duncan Gratton

Executive Managing Director, Cushman & Wakefield

Capital Markets: Navigating Funding & Deals Amidst Changing Interest Rates

Real Estate Deals & Funding Biotech Firms

Sean Coffey

Sean Coffey

Managing Director, The Davis Companies

Meeting Tenant Expectations: Attracting End-Users and Creating Adaptable Workplaces

Appealing to End Users

Joe Collura

Joe Collura

Director, Portal Innovations

WHY THIS MATTERS

What You'll Learn:

  • How does Boston's biotech ecosystem foster a culture of innovation, and what unique factors contribute to its success?
  • How have significant projects in the area played a role in advancing and shaping the growth and development of the biotech and life science sectors?
  • What role does technology play in meeting tenant expectations for flexibility and adaptability in the life science workspace?
  • In what ways has the demand for flexibility influenced leasing dynamics in the Boston life science real estate market?
  • How do you anticipate the future trajectory of interest rates will impact the capitalization and financing of life science projects in Boston?
  • In what ways do changing interest rates influence investment decisions and capital allocation in the life science real estate market?

 

How you'll do more business:

Connect with industry leaders to explore emerging leasing dynamics, gain valuable investor insights, and discover cutting-edge innovations in workspace design. Gain insights into the trade-offs and advantages associated with advanced manufacturing techniques and Good Manufacturing Practice standards in biotech. Explore topics like sustainable facility design, power solutions, access considerations, and other crucial aspects that can enhance your business strategy. 

 

Who attends:

Investors, owners, developers, tenants, end users, brokers, lawyers, designers, contractors, architects, property managers and more!

 

Why should you attend:

Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network, and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us.

 

For questions, recommendations, comments, or press inquiries please email our Event Producer, Chris Picher at chris.picher@bisnow.com.

To request disability-related accommodations, please contact ally.araco@bisnow.com no later than seven business days prior to the event.

   

DON'T MISS OUR PREMIER LIFE SCIENCES & BIOTECH EVENT THIS FALL

Announcing the second annual Bisnow International Life Sciences & Biotech Conference, September 11-12 in Rockville, MD. Learn more about our largest event of the year by clicking here.

Venue

Seaport Hotel
One Seaport Lane
Boston MA 02210

Ballroom/Floor: Plaza Ballroom / Plaza Level (button P on elevator) 


Parking Information:

Hotel Self parking rate - $28 in indoor, underground garage

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Agenda

Time Activity
9:30 AM
10:30 AM
Coffee & Pre-Event Networking
10:30 AM
11:15 AM
Enhancing Greater Boston's Biotech Ecosystems and Innovation Hubs
1) Explore the concept of community clusters and their role in enhancing innovation.
2) Examine the role of public-private partnerships driving development to support the growth of the life science market.
11:15 AM
12:00 PM
Evolving Development Strategies to Meet Market Demands Across All Lab Types
1) Explore how sustainable practices and green design principles are influencing development of life science properties.
2) Deep Dive on latest trends in lab design and tech that are shaping the next generation of life science facilities.
12:00 PM
12:45 PM
Leasing & Market Dynamics: Vacancy Rates + Supply & Demand
1) Discuss proactive leasing strategies that promote long-term partnerships between landlords & tenants.
2) Gain an understanding of leasing activity and which tenants are looking to expand despite challenging market conditions.
12:45 PM
1:30 PM
Lunch & Networking
1:30 PM
2:15 PM
Capital Markets: Navigating Funding & Deals Amidst Changing Interest Rates
1) Hear how investors and owners are approaching acquisition activity amidst uncertainty from the FED.
2) Lenders and developers weigh in on creative ways to secure equity with high interest rates.
2:15 PM
3:00 PM
Meeting Tenant Expectations: Attracting End-Users and Creating Adaptable Workplaces
1) Understand evolving work space expectations and what biotech companies need.
2) Deep dive discussion on what office to lab splits look like and what this means for spec suite demand.
3:00 PM
3:15 PM
Post-Event Networking

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