• When 7-9 September, 2026
  • Where InterContinental Barcelona
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Unlock Investment Opportunities in Advanced Therapies

The Investment Summit is your front-row seat to the future of biotech funding. Held on 07 September 2026, this focused morning programme will bring together Europe’s most forward-thinking investors, biotech pioneers, and strategic partners for insight-rich discussion and high-value connections. Whether you're investing in innovation or seeking it, this is where the deals begin.
 

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A Strategic Opportunity for Biotechs, Investors — and Sponsors

The Summit is designed for action. Investors gain access to a curated cohort of startups, founders receive expert guidance and exposure, and sponsors position their brand at the epicentre of innovation. With 2025’s agenda tailored to the evolving European market, this is the most focused CGT investment platform in the region.

Why Attend or Sponsor the ATE Investment Summit?

Whether you’re funding the future or building it, the Summit is your gateway to pre-qualified opportunities and strategic visibility.

  • Direct access to high-growth biotechs
  • Insight from VCs, angels, and institutional investors
  • Visibility as a leader in cell and gene therapy innovation
  • Strategic 1:1 networking and partnership-building
  • Brand alignment with Europe’s leading CGT event

View the 2026 Agenda

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08:00 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    60 mins
    • Investment Summit
     
09:00 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    15 mins
    • Investment Summit
    Setting the context, where the CGT investment landscape stands in 2026, what has changed and what it means for European therapeutic developers today Where are we in the market cycle? interpreting reco ...
09:15 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    40 mins
    • Investment Summit
    Story-driven investing is over, what does evidence driven investing actually demand from founders? From narrative to proof: why scientific promise alone no longer closes rounds, and what constitutes a ...
09:55 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    40 mins
    • Investment Summit
    Traditional venture capital is growing more selective and early-stage biotech are sourcing other routes of funding to progress their pipelines. Explore how alternative funding models are evolving to s ...
10:35 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    30 mins
    • Investment Summit
     
11:05 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    40 mins
    • Investment Summit
    As the cell and gene therapy industry becomes increasingly crowded, differentiation has become a non-negotiable for securing investment. With multiple companies pursuing similar approaches, investors ...
11:45 AM
  1. Workshop Room
    30 mins
    • Investment Summit
    Bringing together investor and founder who have successfully navigated the process to share practical insights on what it takes to secure capital in today’s environment. The 2026 investment checklist: ...
12:15 PM
  1. Workshop Room
    60 mins
    • Investment Summit
    • Women in Advanced Therapies Congress
     

What to Expect on the day

Cell and Genes most exclusive Investment Summit goes beyond panels and pitches. It’s built to spark real opportunities — through live discussions, startup showcases, and strategic networking. Backed by global leaders and investors, it sets the tone for what’s to come across the main event.

Expert-Led Briefings

Start with macro and micro trends shaping CGT investment — from capital flows to platform-based valuations.

Founders in Focus

Biotech CEOs share real-world experiences in securing funding, navigating milestones, and scaling in complex markets.

Investor Sessions

Get behind-the-scenes access to the thinking of investors from firms like BroadOak Capital Partners, 4BIO Capital, and Saisei Ventures.

Strategic Networking

Curated 1:1 meetings and informal conversations with decision-makers continue throughout ATE — the summit is your introduction.

Want a preview of the ATE community?

See who was in the room this year and the organisations leading the way in advanced therapies.

Download the 2025 Attendee List