Hosted at the Museum of the American Revolution, Molecule to Market 2026 celebrates the bold spirit that has defined Philadelphia for 250 years. Against this historic backdrop, we’re finalizing an exciting lineup of speakers and panels that spotlight the people, places, and innovation shaping Philadelphia’s life sciences cluster. Expect insider perspectives on incubators, emerging hubs, and the strategies keeping our region competitive—as today’s revolutionary bio community drives the next wave of discovery.
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M2M 2026
Agenda
Practical insight, real‑world perspectives, and the conversations shaping Philadelphia’s next wave of biotech growth.
We’re continuing to add new panels and voices—stay tuned as the agenda takes shape.
June 10th
Wednesday
7:45 - 8:30 AM Breakfast & Networking
Register, enjoy a complimentary breakfast, connect and get ready for the day ahead
8:30 AM Welcome Remarks
Joseph Fetterman
8:40 AM What It Takes to Win: Inside Pennsylvania’s Life Sciences Breakthroughs
Fireside Keynote with Rick Siger & Joe Fetterman
9:10 AM Market Outlook
Jeff Myers
9:30 AM Backing the Science: How Investors Value Emerging Biotech
Moderated by President of PACT, this panel brings together investors from Epidarex Capital and Mission BioCapital to discuss how they identify promising science, partner with founders, and help companies grow from formation through value inflection points.
Speakers include Lori Krim Gough, Jennifer Griffin, Dean Miller, and Mosha Deng
10:15 AM Coffee & Snack Break
10:30 AM The Next Generation of Biotech Platforms: Built for Collaboration
Philadelphia is seeing the emergence of new, collaboration-first life sciences platforms designed to meet the evolving needs of biotech companies. Hear from Lilly Gateway Labs, Lilly ExploR&D, and Thermo Fisher Scientific on why they chose this market and what capabilities they’re bringing online.
Speakers include Jeffrey Alexander, Jasmina Marjanovic, Joseph Kurian, and Melina Blees
11:05 AM Founders in Conversation: Building Biotech from the Ground Up
Founders and early leaders from Ladder Bio, Dispatch Bio, and BioCurie come together for a candid, peer-to-peer conversation about company creation from distinct starting points.
Speakers include Eric Heil, Lex Johnson, and Irene Rombel
11:40 AM Closing Remarks
Joseph Fetterman
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Post-Conference Networking
FIRESIDE KEYNOTE
What It Takes to Win: Inside Pennsylvania’s Life Sciences Breakthroughs
A fireside keynote with Rick Siger and Joe Fetterman exploring the strategy, partnerships, and behind‑the‑scenes stories driving Pennsylvania’s biggest life sciences wins.
Fireside Keynote
Rick Siger
Secretary, PA Department of Community and Economic Development
Rick Siger leads Pennsylvania’s Department of Community & Economic Development, driving business growth, innovation, and competitiveness. He helped launch the state’s first long-term economic strategy in nearly 20 years and has led initiatives like PA SITES and Main Street Matters while strengthening public-private partnerships. Since 2023, these efforts have attracted $25.6 billion in investment, created over 12,500 jobs, and positioned Pennsylvania as a growing hub for AI and advanced industries.
All Speakers
Joseph Fetterman
Executive Vice President, Colliers Life Sciences
Lex Johnson
PhD
Co-Founder & CPO, Dispatch Bio
Dean Miller
President & CEO, PACT
Jeffrey Alexander
PhD
Site Head, Lilly Gateway Labs
Irene Rombel
PhD, MBA
President & CEO, BioCurie
Jeff Myers
Research Director, Colliers Life Sciences
Lori Krim Gough
PhD
Partner, Epidarex Capital
Joseph Kurian
Business Development Manager, Thermo Fisher Scientific
Jasmina Marjanovic
PhD
Sr. Director, External Partnering , Lilly ExploR&D
Stay tuned as new panelists are added throughout the month
Eric Heil
CEO, Ladder Bio
Jennifer Griffin
PhD
Partner, Mission BioCapital
Melina Blees
PhD
Regional Site Director, BioLabs Mid-Atlantic
Mosha Deng
Biotech Investments, Ally Bridge Group
Venue & Logistics
Hosted in the heart of historic Old City, the Museum of the American Revolution provides a sophisticated backdrop for Philadelphia’s life sciences biocluster to converge, innovate, and drive the next wave of biotech growth.
Venue
Museum of the American Revolution
Liberty Hall, Third Floor
Location
101 South 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Schedule
June 10, 2026
7:45 AM – 11:45 AM
Accessibility
Visitors with physical disabilities will find the museum equipped with wheelchair-accessible entrances, ramps, and elevators to navigate all public spaces comfortably. Accessible restrooms and seating areas are also available throughout the venue. To utilize these facilities, guests may inform the staff upon arrival or indicate their needs when purchasing tickets, allowing staff to provide any additional assistance required.
Transit & Parking
By Train: Within walking distance from the 2nd Street Market-Frankford Line station.
By Car: While there is no dedicated on-site parking, several public paid parking garages and lots are conveniently located within walking distance of the museum.
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