Session 10B: Building the company behind the science
Tracks
Track 2
| Friday, October 23, 2026 |
| 12:20 PM - 1:05 PM |
| Investment & Global Growth Breakout Room |
Details
Securing investment is only the beginning. As biotechnology companies grow, success depends not only on the quality of the science, but on the people, leadership and governance that turn innovation into a globally competitive business.
Building an investor-ready organisation requires more than attracting capital. It requires attracting exceptional talent, building effective boards, evolving leadership capability and making strategic recruitment decisions that strengthen execution and create long-term value.
Bringing together experienced biotech CEOs, investors, board directors and executive search specialists, this session explores how Australia's emerging biotechnology companies can build leadership teams capable of scaling globally. From founder evolution and board composition to executive recruitment, succession planning and global talent strategies, delegates will gain practical insights into building organisations that investors, partners and employees have confidence in.
Speaker
Ms Lusia Guthrie AM
Chair
AU Ventures Group
Panellist
Mr Nick Pachuda
Co-Founder & Partner
Precision Life Science Partners
Panellist