What we’re about
Who Are We:
EPPIC Global is a Broad Based and Cross Disciplinary Networking Group for HealthCare. Our community includes, but not limited to, biologists, physicians, chemists, bioengineers, software engineers, data scientists, clinical pharmacologists, statisticians and project managers. We share a common vision of bringing innovative products (medicines, diagnostics, healthcare technology) to patients and their caregivers, through the integration of diverse disciplines and entrepreneurship.
Why Do We Exist:
Delivery of timely, high quality and affordable healthcare to patients remains an unmet need. The 21st century healthcare ecosystem is witnessing the unprecedented convergence of technology and life sciences, a rising new generation of inspirational entrepreneurs and a greater risk-taking sentiment among investors. These changes are fueling radical new approaches to discovery and development of medicines, disruption of traditional R&D, devices and diagnostics and there is no better example of this than the remarkable speed at which the healthcare industry delivered transformative treatments and diagnostics during the COVID pandemic.
Every life science and technology vertical and sub-segment has associations and networking platforms for its members but few platforms exist for all of them to come together to address the needs of the changing configuration of the healthcare professional workplace. Through our history and because of our clear focus on a geographical cluster in the Bay Area, EPPIC Global evolved into a broad platform for healthcare professionals of all genres- under the common umbrella theme – Technology meets Healthcare.
What is Our Mission:
To serve as a premium forum for networking, mentorship, information sharing and entrepreneurial support of like-minded healthcare professionals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We achieve our mission through networking events, mentorship, webinars, and our annual EPPICon conference
Join us for EPPICON 2025, a full-day gathering of leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of life sciences. This year’s theme focuses on how to drive innovation, build companies, and advance healthcare during challenging market dynamics.
The conference brings together executives, founders, investors, and scientists from across the Bay Area and beyond for a day of keynote talks, panel discussions, and networking. Expect thought-provoking sessions, candid conversations, and opportunities to connect with peers tackling the toughest problems in biopharma, healthcare, and digital health.
Highlights include:
- Keynote talks from visionaries such as Sara Kenkare-Mitra (President and Head of R&D, Alector), Michelle Chen (CEO, Form Bio), and Ronjon Nag (Stanford School of Medicine).
- Panels on innovation in biopharma, devices, diagnostics, and digital health, featuring CEOs and senior leaders like Mohan Uttarwar (1Cell.ai), Abhishek Jha (Elucidata), Naseem Zojwalla (Olema Oncology), and Sheena Menezes (Simple HealthKit).
- Investors and funders spotlight, including Samina Bari (Samina Bari Advisors), Jonathan MacQuitty (Lightspeed Venture Partners), and others who will share perspectives on the funding landscape.
- Networking opportunities throughout the day and into the evening reception.
This is a paid event, please use the link here to register (not the meetup registration)
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### Agenda – October 11, 2025
Morning
- 8:00 – 8:10: Welcome and Conference Kick-off
- 8:15 – 8:40: Vision Address (President’s Address)
- 8:45 – 9:45: Keynote Address – Impact of funding and global research challenges on innovation
- 9:45 – 10:00: Break
- 10:00 – 10:10: Sponsored Talk
- 10:15 – 11:00: Track 1 – Women Investors and Founders: Opportunities and Challenges
- 11:00 – 12:00: Track 2 – Innovation in Biopharma
Afternoon
- 12:00 – 1:00: Lunch (sponsored lunch if available)
- 1:00 – 2:00: Track 3 – Devices and Diagnostics
- 2:00 – 2:15: Break
- 2:15 – 3:15: Track 4 – New Horizons in Digital Health Discovery
- 3:15 – 3:30: Break
- 3:30 – 4:30: Track 5 – Founders and Funders
- 4:45 – 5:00: Conference Summary and Conclusion
Evening
- 5:00 – 7:00: Networking Reception
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Why attend?
- Connect with the Bay Area’s vibrant community of scientists, entrepreneurs, and investors
- Learn from seasoned leaders who have built and scaled companies in uncertain times
- Explore new opportunities in biopharma, diagnostics, and digital health
- Network with peers, potential collaborators, and mentors
Upcoming events (1)
See all- EPPICON 2025: Life Science Innovation During Uncertain TimesCrowne Plaza, Foster City, CA, Foster City, CA$75.00
Join us for EPPICON 2025, a full-day gathering of leaders, innovators, and investors shaping the future of life sciences. This year’s theme focuses on how to drive innovation, build companies, and advance healthcare during challenging market dynamics.
The conference brings together executives, founders, investors, and scientists from across the Bay Area and beyond for a day of keynote talks, panel discussions, and networking. Expect thought-provoking sessions, candid conversations, and opportunities to connect with peers tackling the toughest problems in biopharma, healthcare, and digital health.
Highlights include:
- Keynote talks from visionaries such as Sara Kenkare-Mitra (President and Head of R&D, Alector), Michelle Chen (CEO, Form Bio), and Ronjon Nag (Stanford School of Medicine).
- Panels on innovation in biopharma, devices, diagnostics, and digital health, featuring CEOs and senior leaders like Mohan Uttarwar (1Cell.ai), Abhishek Jha (Elucidata), Naseem Zojwalla (Olema Oncology), and Sheena Menezes (Simple HealthKit).
- Investors and funders spotlight, including Samina Bari (Samina Bari Advisors), Jonathan MacQuitty (Lightspeed Venture Partners), and others who will share perspectives on the funding landscape.
- Networking opportunities throughout the day and into the evening reception.
This is a paid event, please use the link here to register (not the meetup registration)
***
### Agenda – October 11, 2025
Morning
- 8:00 – 8:10: Welcome and Conference Kick-off
- 8:15 – 8:40: Vision Address (President’s Address)
- 8:45 – 9:45: Keynote Address – Impact of funding and global research challenges on innovation
- 9:45 – 10:00: Break
- 10:00 – 10:10: Sponsored Talk
- 10:15 – 11:00: Track 1 – Women Investors and Founders: Opportunities and Challenges
- 11:00 – 12:00: Track 2 – Innovation in Biopharma
Afternoon
- 12:00 – 1:00: Lunch (sponsored lunch if available)
- 1:00 – 2:00: Track 3 – Devices and Diagnostics
- 2:00 – 2:15: Break
- 2:15 – 3:15: Track 4 – New Horizons in Digital Health Discovery
- 3:15 – 3:30: Break
- 3:30 – 4:30: Track 5 – Founders and Funders
- 4:45 – 5:00: Conference Summary and Conclusion
Evening
- 5:00 – 7:00: Networking Reception
***
Why attend?
- Connect with the Bay Area’s vibrant community of scientists, entrepreneurs, and investors
- Learn from seasoned leaders who have built and scaled companies in uncertain times
- Explore new opportunities in biopharma, diagnostics, and digital health
- Network with peers, potential collaborators, and mentors
