| 2026 BIO International Convention | https://www.investinphoenix.com/industries/bioscience-healthcare/bio-convention | 2026 BIO International Convention | Visit with the City of Phoenix delegation at the 2026 BIO International Convention on June 22-25 in San Diego. The convention is the largest and most comprehensive event for biotechnology, featuring 20,000 industry leaders from across the globe. Learn about how Phoenix is an international leader in precision medicine and a pioneer in translational research. | <div class="ExternalClass035F1463EA6541CCB1EE021B93A03780"><p></p><h2>Connect with the City of Phoenix at BIO International 2026<a href="https://convention.bio.org/landing" target="_blank"></a> - June 22-25 in San Diego<br></h2><p><br></p><p>Phoenix, Arizona is an international leader in precision medicine and a pioneer in translational research, supported by four premier biotech hubs spanning 30 to 200 acres. As the fifth-largest and one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., it ranks among the top 20 life science markets and is the No. 1 large city for startups and advanced manufacturing growth. Phoenix fosters a collaborative, bio innovation-driven community committed to translational discovery that delivers a healthier future for everyone. <br></p><p><a href="https://bio2026.mapyourshow.com/8_0/floorplan/?hallID=campus&level=0&selectedBooth=booth~1811" target="_blank">Visit the City of Phoenix Pavilion in the San Diego Convention Center Exhibit Hall (Booth #1811)</a> to learn more about our supportive bio-community and free concierge services that assist with site selection, talent access, workforce training, and collaborative connections.<br></p><p><a href="/Documents/BIO-2026-Phoenix-Delegation-Directory.pdf" target="_blank">View a directory of the Phoenix delegation attending BIO 2026</a> (PDF)<br></p><p>To schedule a meeting in San Diego, contact: <a href="mailto:Claudia.Whitehead@phoenix.gov">Claudia.Whitehead@phoenix.gov</a>.<br></p><p><br></p><h3>Learn about the Phoenix Bioscience Ecosystem</h3><ul><li><a href="/Documents/Phoenix-Bioscience-Hubs-And-Research-Centers.pdf" target="_blank">Phoenix is BIO brochure</a> (PDF)</li><li><a href="/Documents/Phoenix-Bioscience-Core.pdf" target="_blank">Phoenix Bioscience Core brochure</a> (PDF)</li><li><a href="/Documents/Phoenix-Bio-Hubs-Map.pdf" target="_blank">Maps: Phoenix Bioscience Hubs / Phoenix Bioscience Core</a> (PDF) <br><br></li></ul><h3>Invest In Phoenix resources<br></h3><p></p><ul><li><a href="https://issuu.com/phxced/docs/invest_in_phoenix_brochure_2025" target="_blank">Read the Invest in Phoenix brochure</a> (issuu.com)</li></ul><br><p></p><h3>Phoenix Gene-ius Chats & Gathering Reception<br></h3><p>June 23, 2026; 5-6:30 p.m.<br><a href="https://bio2026.mapyourshow.com/8_0/floorplan/?hallID=campus&level=0&selectedBooth=booth~1811" target="_blank">City of Phoenix Pavilion (Booth #1811)</a><br></p><p>Sponsored by: <br></p><p><a href="https://www.mccarthy.com/" title="McCarthy.com" target="_blank"><img src="/images/Lists/DynamicPages/AllItems/McCarthy%20logo.png" alt="McCarthy logo.png" style="margin:5px;width:170px;" /></a> <a href="https://www.smithgroup.com/" title="SmithGroup.com" target="_blank"><img src="/images/Lists/DynamicPages/AllItems/SmithGroup%20logo.png" alt="SmithGroup logo.png" style="margin:30px 5px;width:184px;" /></a><br><br>You're invited to join the City of Phoenix for quick conversations with the gene-iuses driving translational discovery with unprecedented collaborations to deliver the reality of precision medicine. Hear from TGen part of City of Hope, Mayo Clinic, SCHOTT MINIFAB, Castle Biosciences, ROIS CDMO and more. </p><p>Drinks and small bites provided.<br></p><p><strong>Bonus:</strong> Stay for a chance to win the "Phoenix Getaway for 2 Give-Away!" presented by: <br></p><p><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/" title="VisitPhoenix.com" target="_blank"><img src="/images/Lists/DynamicPages/AllItems/Visit_Phoenix_Color_Logo_Full.png" alt="Visit_Phoenix_Color_Logo_Full.png" style="margin:5px 10px;width:153px;vertical-align:middle;height:47px;" /></a><br></p><p><br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/meetings/submit-rfp/submit-proposal-request/" target="_blank">Book a Meeting</a> with a representative from Visit Phoenix, or learn about <a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/things-to-do/" target="_blank">Things to Do</a> during your next trip to the Valley of the Sun.<br></p><p>For more information, contact: <a href="mailto:Claudia.Whitehead@phoenix.gov">Claudia.Whitehead@phoenix.gov</a>.<br></p><p><br></p><h3>Start-Up Stadium 2026<br></h3><p>The City of Phoenix is a proud sponsor of <a href="https://convention.bio.org/program/start-up-stadium-2026" target="_blank">Start-Up Stadium</a>. </p><p>This high-visibility opportunity helps startups gain valuable exposure, receive expert feedback, and connect with key stakeholders across the biotech ecosystem.</p><p>Two prizes will be awarded after BIO 2026: One Seed Stage Start-Up Prize Winner, and one Emerging Start-Up Prize Winner. <br></p><p> Congratulations and good luck to all finalists!<br></p><p><br></p><h3>The Commons Live Podcast at BIO 2026</h3><p>Thomas Osha, Executive Vice President with Wexford Science + Technology will host <a href="https://wexfordscitech.com/the-commons/" target="_blank">The Commons</a> podcast live each day from the <a href="https://bio2026.mapyourshow.com/8_0/floorplan/?hallID=campus&level=0&selectedBooth=booth~1811" target="_blank">City of Phoenix Pavilion (Booth #1811)</a>. Osha also serves as President of the Wexford SciTech Venture Fund, an early to late-stage seed fund focused on bringing impact capital to enable university startups to become investment ready.<br></p><p>Wexford’s 850 PBC building on the Phoenix Bioscience Core is home to Connect Labs by Wexford - flexible, scale-in place lab and innovation infrastructure for emerging and growth life science companies.<br></p><div></div></div> | https://www.investinphoenix.com/images/Bio%20Web%20Banner-2026.jpg | /images/BioHealthcare.jpg | bio-convention | 2026 BIO International Convention | Bioscience ＆ Healthcare | industries/bioscience-healthcare/bio-convention |
