BioArbor Life Science Forum


Where Michigan's Next Life Science Leaders Meet

Are you....

…ready to turn breakthrough science into real-world impact?

…considering launching a life science startup in Michigan?

…looking to plug into the region’s entrepreneurial and career opportunities?

Join us at BioArbor

At the center of Michigan’s life sciences ecosystem, BioArbor brings founders, researchers, investors, and industry experts together for energizing conversations, practical guidance, and the in-the-room connections that move companies and careers forward.


Who You'll Meet
  • Startup teams in biotech, medtech, diagnostics, digital health, and therapeutics
  • Researchers exploring translation and commercialization
  • Entrepreneurs transforming discoveries into products
  • Early-stage investors, strategic partners, and ecosystem builders
  • Local service providers that can help with a wide range of early startup needs

Why Attend
  • Build connections that matter
    Meet the people who open doors in life sciences—investors, mentors, collaborators, and supporters.
  • Get actionable insights
    Gain practical guidance you can use immediately: formation strategy, capital planning, regulatory pathways, IP essentials, clinical roadmapping, and more.
  • Tap into Michigan’s innovation engine
    Join the community powering Michigan’s next generation of venture-backed life science companies.

Upcoming BioArbor Event -
Pitch Perfect: Crafting Winning Life Science Decks That Capture Investors

Date: Wed., March 18, 2026

Location: Plymouth Green Innovation Community | 3600 Green Court, Ann Arbor

Life science innovation requires more than great science—it demands clear, credible communication that inspires confidence and investment. In this BioArbor session, experts in venture capital, startup development, and entrepreneurship will break down the anatomy of an effective pitch deck. Learn how to translate technical breakthroughs into market-ready narratives, identify key metrics investors want to see, tailor your pitch to different audiences, and deliver your story with authenticity, confidence and impact. Attendees will gain actionable insights to elevate both their decks and their delivery, setting the stage for successful funding conversations. A sampling of pre-submitted company pitch decks will be reviewed by the panel in real time.

Panelists: 

  • Shruti Bagla, PhD, EMBA, Technology Business Consultant, Michigan Small Business Development Center
  • Francis Glorie, Mentor and EIR, Ann Arbor Spark and Managing Partner, Glorie Associates

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BioArbor is proudly supported by:

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J.P. Morgan



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