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SUMMARY:From Discovery to Impact: The UVA Alumni Biotech Summit
DESCRIPTION:The UVA Alumni Biotech Mini Summit brings together Hoos across the biotechnology and life sciences spectrum—from research and commercialization to startups and established organizations—to celebrate progress\, strengthen connections\, and accelerate impact. As Central Virginia and Charlottesville emerge as a growing biotech corridor fueled by UVA and regional partnerships\, this summit offers alumni a timely opportunity to engage as innovators\, collaborators\, mentors\, and ambassadors within the expanding UVA biotech ecosystem. \nRegister Today! \nWhat You’ll Gain from the Summit\n\nCelebrate Innovation & Impact\nExperience the momentum of UVA alumni who are driving breakthroughs\, launching emerging companies\, and leading across the Charlottesville biotech ecosystem.\nExpand Your Network with Purpose\nBuild meaningful professional and entrepreneurial connections through curated opportunities designed to spark collaboration and long-term partnerships.\nGain Actionable Industry Insights\nHear timely perspectives on biotech markets\, commercialization strategies\, and workforce trends to help you navigate what’s next and seize new opportunities.\nStrengthen Your UVA Connection\nEngage with fellow alumni across career stages—sharing stories\, mentorship\, and a commitment to UVA values that foster lasting community and belonging.\n\n\nProgram\n\n12–1 p.m.\nRegistration\, Lunch\, Networking\, Exhibit Tables\nAfter registering\, attendees are invited to enjoy a complimentary lunch\, network with fellow Hoos and learn more from our partners. \n\n1–2 p.m.\nKeynote \nWelcome & Introduction of Keynote Speaker\nLily West (Darden ’12; President & CEO\, UVA Alumni Association) and Nikki Hastings (Engr ’09\, President\, CvilleBioHub) will open the summit with a special welcome of keynote speaker Mark Esser (Med ’97\, CSO and Head of the Manning Institute of Biotechnology) who will share how UVA is accelerating the journey from scientific discovery to real-world biotech impact—transforming breakthrough research into startups\, therapies\, and opportunities for alumni to help shape the future of innovation. \n\n\nMark Esser (Med class of ’97)CSO and Head of the Manning Institute of Biotechnology\n\n\nNikki Hastings (Engr class of ’09)President\, CvilleBioHub\n\n\nLily West (Darden class of ’12)President & CEO\, UVA Alumni Association\n\n\n\n2–2:15 p.m.\nNetworking Break \n\n2:15–3 p.m.\nFrom Lab to Launch: Building Biotech Impact in Charlottesville\nCharlottesville’s biotech ecosystem is powered by collaboration across research\, education\, entrepreneurship\, and industry. This panel explores how scientific breakthroughs at UVA translate into real-world impact—highlighting the critical inflection points\, from proof-of-concept to product development\, that determine whether an idea becomes a viable venture or reaches patients and markets. Panelists will also discuss the growing and diverse professional roles that power Charlottesville’s biotech ecosystem\, from academic researchers and tech transfer leaders to startup founders\, workforce development partners\, and industry executives. Finally\, the conversation will examine how collaboration among the university\, educators\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, and industry partners is helping position Charlottesville as a hub where biotech ideas don’t just emerge—they scale and create lasting regional impact. \n\n\nNikki Hastings (Engr class of ’09)President\, CvilleBioHub\n\n\nAnne Allison (Med class of ’02\, Med class of ’06)Director of Biotechnology at Piedmont Virginia Community College\n\n\nEmily Killroy (Arch class of ’12)Head of Economic Development\, Albemarle County\n\n\nJim Veale (Col class of ’94)Founder and CEO\, Lighthouse Instruments\n\n\n\n3–3:45 p.m.\nBiotech Connect: Career Pathways\, Mentorship & Alumni Roundtables\nSponsored by the Alumni Professional Networks (APN) and the Virginia Alumni Mentoring (VAM) platform\, this interactive session brings together alumni\, students\, and biotech professionals to explore career pathways\, mentorship\, and opportunities within Central Virginia’s growing biotech ecosystem. \nThe session features speed networking–style rotating roundtables\, where participants move between topic-based tables to engage in small-group discussions with peers and professionals. Conversations will explore topics such as breaking into biotech\, careers beyond the lab\, entrepreneurship\, the Charlottesville biotech community\, and mentorship. \nDesigned to spark conversation and connection\, this session helps participants expand their networks\, strengthen alumni relationships\, and build connections that can lead to mentorship\, career insight\, and future opportunity. \n\n\nDani AbbottAssociate Director\, Alumni Professional Networks\, UVA Alumni Association\n\n\nKate Melton (Educ class of ’12)Senior Associate Director\, External Engagement\, UVA Career Center\n\n\n\n3:45–4 p.m.\nNetworking Break \n\n4–4:45 p.m.\nFrom Discovery to Startup: UVA Biotech Showcase\nThis panel brings together innovative UVA alumni who are translating breakthrough science into real-world biotech ventures. Featuring founders and innovators like Rachelle Turiello (Grad ’24; CEO & Co-founder\, Avant Genomics)\, who is advancing liquid biopsy technologies for early cancer detection; Bryan Berger (UVA professor; Innovator of the Year\, Founder & Chief Science Officer\, Lytos Technologies)\, whose work focuses on sustainable biotech solutions for food and environmental health; and Miles Lanham (Engr ’27\, Founder at Métopi)\, an emerging founder actively building and pitching within the biotech startup ecosystem\, this conversation will explore the journey from academic discovery to commercialization. In partnership with CAV Angels\, the session will highlight the full spectrum of the startup lifecycle—from early research and venture formation to fundraising and growth—offering an inside look at how UVA innovators are bringing biotech breakthroughs to market. \n\n\nBryan BergerUVA professor; Innovator of the Year\, Founder & Chief Science Officer\, Lytos Technologies\n\n\nRich Diemer (Com class of ’80)Managing Director\, CAV Angels\, Moderator\n\n\nMiles Lanham (Engr class of ’27)Founder at Métopi\n\n\nRachelle Turiello (Grad class of ’24)CEO & Co-founder\, Avant Genomics\n\n\n\n4:45–5 p.m.\nClosing Remarks\nRich Chylla\, Executive Director of UVA’s Licensing & Ventures Group (LVG)\, will offer closing reflections on how UVA research becomes real-world impact. He’ll highlight how the LVG team helps transform discoveries into biotech startups\, partnerships\, and innovations that are shaping the future of health and life sciences.\n \n\n\nRich ChyllaExecutive Director of UVA’s Licensing & Ventures Group\n\n\n\n5–6:30 p.m.\nInnovation & Connection: Networking Reception with Alumni Professional Networks\nConnect with fellow alumni over conversation and cocktails while exploring ways to engage with Alumni Professional Networks. Sponsored by the Entrepreneurship Network and the newly formed Healthcare & Life Science Network\, this reception brings together alumni passionate about innovation\, startups\, and the future of health and biotech. \n\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/uva-alumni-biotech-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Kimpton The Forum Hotel\, 540 Massie Road\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Engagement
ORGANIZER;CN="UVA Alumni Association":MAILTO:alumni-assoc@virginia.edu
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SUMMARY:All About College Compass Information Session and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Join College Compass in an overview of the resources available for alumni families\, learn how to engage with the program\, and ask your burning questions about the admission process and UVA’s review. \nRegister
URL:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/all-about-college-compass-information-session-and-qa/
CATEGORIES:College Compass
ORGANIZER;CN="UVA Alumni Association":MAILTO:alumni-assoc@virginia.edu
LOCATION:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/all-about-college-compass-information-session-and-qa/
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SUMMARY:ACE Virtual Drop-Ins: All About Alumni Career Engagement and Alumni Professional Networks
DESCRIPTION:Director of Alumni Career Engagement Liz Sprouse is joined by Associate Director of Alumni Programs Dani Abbott to discuss how Alumni Career Engagement and Alumni Professional Networks can help support your career goals! Learn about the career resources available to alumni\, along with tips to help you achieve your goals\, whether you are planning a job search\, career pivot\, or are looking to elevate your networking strategy. Bring your questions! \nRegistration is required\, and is open to alumni only. We are unable to review documents during this session. Attendance is limited. \nRegister
URL:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/may-2026-virtual-career-drop-in/
CATEGORIES:Career Engagement
ORGANIZER;CN="UVA Alumni Association":MAILTO:alumni-assoc@virginia.edu
LOCATION:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/may-2026-virtual-career-drop-in/
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SUMMARY:Let’s Network: Entrepreneurship\, Technology & Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Building the Network That Elevates You: Lessons from a UVA Founder Creating Connections at Scale \nJoin fellow alumni and friends for an engaging hour of industry-focused networking centered on entrepreneurship\, technology\, and sustainability. This session will explore how strategic networking can accelerate your career\, expand your opportunities\, and deepen your impact across sectors — with insights from a UVA founder who’s building connections at scale. \nWe’re excited to be joined by Ryan Levy\, the founder of Hoo You Know\, a newsletter dedicated to helping UVA students and alumni navigate careers through alumni interviews\, networking guidance\, and practical career insights. In his work\, Ryan has helped Hoos forge meaningful professional relationships and unlock pathways that often start with a single conversation. \nIn this session\, Ryan will share actionable lessons on building and nurturing your network\, how to approach connections with confidence\, and the role of community in driving personal and professional growth — followed by interactive small-group networking breakouts where you can put these strategies into practice and meet other alumni in entrepreneurship\, tech\, and sustainability. \nWhy join?\n\nGain practical tips for building a stronger professional network\nHear firsthand insight from a UVA founder focused on scaling connections\nConnect with fellow alumni across industries and experience levels\nReceive a post-event networking spreadsheet to help continue the conversation\n\nWho’s invited?\nAlumni of all ages and experience levels looking to expand their professional network and exchange ideas in entrepreneurship\, technology\, and sustainability. \nRegister
URL:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/lets-network-entrepreneurship-technology-sustainability/
CATEGORIES:Alumni Professional Networks
ORGANIZER;CN="UVA Alumni Association":MAILTO:alumni-assoc@virginia.edu
LOCATION:https://uvaalumni.org/calendar/event/lets-network-entrepreneurship-technology-sustainability/
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