CSL is known as a leading global biotechnology company born & bred in Australia...
But how did they go from being a small biotech entity to the force they are today? What strategies did they use to take the world by storm? And with 100s of small biotech ventures in Australia, can there be another success story?

Established in 1916, CSL boasts a diverse portfolio of life-saving medications. From those that treat haemophilia and immune deficiencies to therapies in iron deficiency, dialysis and nephrology, their medications are provided to patients in over 100 countries.

Join What the Health at Jumar Bioincubator, a pioneering new venture where biotech startups can thrive. We're excited to host a fireside chat and networking session to explore how Australia can spark a new era of biotech innovation and growth ✨

At a glance

🥂 HealthTech networking - Guaranteed great chats with passionate individuals plus delicious food & drinks provided.

💡 A fireside chat with Andrea Douglas, Head, Strategic Industry Engagement at CSL - Andrea has been working in CSL for over 19 years, overseeing the Australian Public Affairs strategy and implementation to enhance and protect the company's reputation among key stakeholders.

👋 Who's it for? All Bio/Health/Med Tech enthusiasts, experts, operators, investors, students - and everyone in between!

Agenda:
5 - 5:45pm: Arrival and drinks
5:45 - 6pm: Welcome & Introductions, led by Camille Shanahan (Jumar GM) and Em Casey (What the Health founder)
6 - 6:45pm: Fireside chat with Andrea Douglas, led by Em Casey
6:45pm: Audience Q&A
7 - 8pm: Networking, drinks & canapes

🚨 Spaces are strictly restricted, so please RSVP to save your space - we can't wait to see you there!

🌟 Big thanks to our epic partners Medibank, AWS, Hola Health, and Shadowboxer for making it possible!

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Our speakers:

Andrea Douglas | Head, Strategic Industry Engagement @ CSL

Andrea is a senior leader in the biotechnology industry with exceptional skills in strategic planning, organisational transformation, project and portfolio management and proven commercial and relationship management expertise. She has extensive global experience in research and development and Corporate program delivery, organisational operating models and governance. She is a highly regarded ambassador for biotech across the sector (government, medical research community and industry).

Emily Casey | Founder of What The Health | Community & Partnerships @ Tenmile

Formerly a med school drop-out, Emily Casey is the Head of Community & Partnerships @ Tenmile and the founder of HealthTech media company & community ‘What the Health’. She specializes in community building and aiding the growth of Healthtech companies through strategic brand development, partnerships, and effective communications. As a startup connector and Venture Capital Investor, she is dedicated to supporting and advancing innovation in the Health and broader technology sector.

Camille Shanahan | General Manager @ Jumar Bioincubator

Camille has experience across clinical, scientific, business development and commercialisation roles in the biopharma sector, working in Australia and Canada. She has built on her academic medical research experience to facilitate the translation of Australia's world class research into clinical solutions. Prior to joining Jumar Bio, Camille held life sciences consulting and business development roles developing strong ties with biotech companies at all stages of product development and with key peak bodies including Ausbiotech, MTPConnect and BioMelbourne Network.

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About the organisers:

🍩 What the Health is Australia's go to for all things health tech and innovation. With a weekly newsletter fast growing community of +7100 from all parts of the health, tech and innovation ecosystem, and a private application only community for experts & enthusiasts.

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🔬 Jumar Bioincubator provides early-stage and scaling biotech ventures with affordable lab and office space, practical support, and community activities to unlock the potential in early scientific discoveries. Jumar was established by CSL, WEHI and the University of Melbourne, with backing from innovation investor Breakthrough Victoria and operator Cicada Innovations.

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