Step Into the Spotlight at the Innovation Exchange
Launching at Advanced Therapies Europe 2025, the Innovation Exchange is a high-impact pitching competition designed to connect pre-Series B biotech innovators with the industry’s leading investors, VCs, and strategic partners. A platform to get noticed, get feedback, and get connected. If you're building the future of cell and gene therapy, this is the moment to stand out.
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What Is the Innovation Exchange?
The Innovation Exchange is a curated live pitching session taking place on 4 September in Barcelona — part of the main agenda at Advanced Therapies Europe. Attending startups will pitch in front of the entire conference audience and a selection panel made up of top-tier investors and pharma deal-makers.
Finalists will receive real-time feedback and the opportunity to gain funding, partnerships, and visibility across the global advanced therapies community.
The Innovation Exchange is open to pre-Series B startups across the cell and gene therapy ecosystem, including:
The Innovation Exchange is your chance to showcase your work to the investors, partners, and strategic players shaping the future of advanced therapies. This is your opportunity to pitch on the main stage at Advanced Therapies Europe 2025. Finalists won’t just gain visibility — they’ll receive feedback from the people that matter, connect with potential partners, and position their innovation for success.
Fill in a short application form to register your interest. You’ll then receive the full submission requirements & application form by email.
Complete the full submission form by 9 May, outlining your innovation, business model, and what makes your solution stand out.
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See who was in the room at last year’s event and the organisations leading the way in advanced therapies.
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