Day Two

8:00 am Conference Registration & Networking

9:00 am Chair’s Welcome, Opening Remarks & Connection Before Content

Leveraging the Best Technology for Life Sciences Talent Acquisition

9:10 am Discover: Leveraging AI in Life Sciences Recruiting Without Breaking the Bank

  • Pete Mello Senior Director - Talent Acquisition, Alkermes

Synopsis

• Uncover accessible and affordable ways to integrate AI into your life sciences hiring processes

• Hear how you can access budget-friendly AI tools for job description writing, bias reduction, sourcing, scheduling, and more

• Unearth some of the innovative ways Alkermes has utilized AI-based technologies to make its talent acquisition function both efficient and cost-effective

9:30 am Discover: Optimize Your Life Sciences TA Sourcing Capabilities

  • Dante Maiden Executive Director - Global Talent Sourcing & Engagement, Bristol Myers Squibb

Synopsis

• How can the forward-thinking life science talent team refine their sourcing journey using data and talent marketing?

• Evolve the way your TA team leverages technology throughout the sourcing process

• Uncover how Bristol Myers Squibb has reimagined its approach to sourcing, leading to significant efficiency improvements and long-term retention

9:50 am Develop: What Else Should We Know About Life Sciences TA Technology

  • Dante Maiden Executive Director - Global Talent Sourcing & Engagement, Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Pete Mello Senior Director - Talent Acquisition, Alkermes

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

10:10 am Action: What Could You be Leveraging More Using Your Current Tech Stack?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

10:30 am Networking & Refreshments

TRACK A – Humanizing Talent Acquisition

11:00 am Discover: Maintaining a ‘Human Touch’ During Uncertainty in the Life Sciences Industry

  • Becky Zoccola Senior Director - Talent Acquisition & People Experience, ElevateBio

Synopsis

• How can life science organizations protect the experience of their employees throughout the full career lifecycle, particularly in times of uncertainty?

• By demonstrating empathy and commitment to the life science community, enhance your company’s industry reputation

elevatebio shares its approach to humanizing talent acquisition through network building and resume books to provide ongoing support during times of significant restructuring across the industry, all whilst strengthening its own employer brand

11:20 am Develop: What Should TA Leaders Prioritize to Support Talent During Layoffs & Restructuring?

  • Becky Zoccola Senior Director - Talent Acquisition & People Experience, ElevateBio

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

11:30 am Action: How Can You Inject More of a Human Touch to Your TA Approach?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

TRACK B – Establish a Shared Language & Workplace Culture

11:00 am Discover: Building a Globally Leading AI-Based Biotech: Organizational Design & Cultural Evolution at Turbine

Synopsis

• How can a tech-heavy scale-up company attract and integrate top life sciences talent?

• How does the culture help TA and HR in collaboration with senior management to foster a shared language for the workforce?

• Uncover the story behind Bold Turbine.AI’s approach to building a globally leading platform to align workforce priorities on multiple sites, positioning it as the employer of choice for top talent

11:20 am Develop: What Else Should We Know About the Role of Org Design in Attracting & Retaining an Engaged Workforce?

Synopsis

Question & Answer Session Facilitated by the Chair

11:30 am Action: What Can You Identify as a Key Part of Your Org Design & Culture to Attract & Retain Top Talent?

Synopsis

Output Focused Action Session Facilitated by the Chair

11:40 am Networking Lunch

12:40 pm Speed Learning

Synopsis

In this quick-fire session, each table will be hosted by a life sciences TA expert who facilitates discussion on one of these hot topics. You will have the opportunity to question your host and engage in meaningful discussion, before moving to your next topic choice.

Strategies for Effective Cross-Functional Collaboration for a Holistic Talent Approach

Navigating Flexible Work vs. Return to Office (RTO) as Expectations Continue to Evolve

  • Luke Hubbard Director, Strategic Talent, Enanta Pharmaceuticals

Effective RPO Selection & Implementation

  • Matthew Levy Executive Director, Talent Acquisition, Insmed

Training Your Life Sciences Recruiters in Best-in-Class Interview Practice to Increase Hiring Efficiencies

Future Proofing Your Life Science Org’s Leadership Capabilities with Strategic Executive Search

  • Conor Sullivan Associate Director, Talent Acquisition, Harbinger Health

Sourcing & Attracting Life Science Talent with Niche Skillsets

  • Christine Genge Director - Global Talent Acquisition, Stemcell Technologies

Leveraging AI-Based Technologies for Data- Driven TA Decision Making

  • Sandy Zou Talent Intelligence Lead, Takeda Pharmaceutical

Diversity Reporting: How Can TA Leaders Use Diversity Data to Improve DE&I?

  • Nick Zweig Director, HR Talent Acquisition, Collegium Pharmaceutical

Optimal Sourcing Metrics & External Sourcing Benchmarks for Effective Leadership KPI Reporting

  • Eddy Nicolas Senior Director, Executive Recruitment & Talent Acquisition, Beren Therapeutics

Leveraging Predictive Analytics to Forecast Life Science Talent Needs

  • Steve Myers Sr Director, Head of Talent Acquisition, ProKidney

Candidate Engagement & Relationship Building as a Competitive Differentiator

2:10 pm Chair’s Closing Remarks & End of Conference