FOUNDER-LED BIO
on TOUR

hosted by

For our largest founder-led bio event ever, we're bringing the movement to you in-person, across the globe

Can't make it in-person?

Nov. 2

SAN FRANCISCO

Nov. 9

New York City

every great discovery has the potential to become a great company.

In 2021, Pillar VC hosted the first Founder-Led Biotech Summit, helping to catalyze a movement around a new generation of founders. The event now draws thousands of attendees, including biotech founders, PhDs, scientists, investors and leaders who support these founders, startups and companies.

This year, in response to an overwhelming interest in the chance to gather in-person, we’re launching the Founder-Led Biotech Tour.

The essay that started the movement →

co-hosted by 81 Founders

Virtual Events

Virtual events are open registration. You’ll need to register for each event separately.

11/06

Monday
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET — networking

Virtual speed networking

Rapid 2-minute chats with other attendees, fostering quick yet impactful connections from wherever you are. Register

11/09

Thursday
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET — Networking

Virtual co-founder match

Dive into curated conversations on the Hopin platform. Discover your next startup collaborator. Register

11/13

Monday
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET — Networking

Virtual speed networking

Rapid 2-minute chats with other attendees, fostering quick yet impactful connections from wherever you are. Register

Want to get involved?

If you have a concept for a virtual event that aligns with our mission, we want to hear from you! Whether it’s a workshop, panel discussion, or a unique interactive session, share your vision with us, and let’s bring it to life together.

Email madelyn@pillar.vc

In-person events for the Founder-Led Bio Tour will be intimate gatherings, hosting a capacity of 150-200 attendees. Interested participants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Thurs.

Nov. 2nd

Tues.

Nov. 7th

Thurs.

Nov. 9th

Mon.
Nov. 13th

Unable to attend in person? Virtual events are open to everyone.