What separates the startups that scale from the ones that stall? Often, it comes down to three things founders underestimate early: how they articulate their moat, how they grow without crossing lines, and how they tell their story. In this informal mingle session, we’re creating space for founders, students, and industry members to explore the dynamics shaping early-stage success in life science, medtech, and healthcare. Join us for candid conversation around how defensible assets shape your pricing power, creative growth channels exacerbate risk, and how narrative market fit serves as a business asset. Whether you’re still shaping your idea or already in the market, bring your questions and your perspective. The best conversations in this room will be the ones you don’t hear on the main stage.

Featuring Adam Stasiw ’13, Dr. Kambiz Shekdar, Phd, Richard Purcell ’83, and Jean Kim

Sponsored by the Office of Innovation