EVENTS

In keeping with our Mission, we provide platforms to identify, attract, and develop small and/or diverse businesses to connect with our corporate partners within the life science, academia and healthcare industries through our signature events.

At DA4S there is an event for everyone.  These events are designed to bring everyone together through educational programs, keynote and guest speakers, as well as ample networking opportunities.

Some of our events are for Members Only but our main events are open to anyone.

MAIN EVENTS
We host our two main conferences each year, one on the East Coast in New Jersey and one on the West Coast in Southern California.  These events are limited in size, to allow attendees an opportunity to connect on a more intimate level.

ONE-DAY GEO CLUSTER
In addition to our main conference events we also host a one day Geo Cluster each year. We introduced the Geo Cluster event in 2019 hosting it in Chicago, followed by Boston and Los Angeles. In 2025, our Geo Cluster will be held in San Diego by Dexcom.

MENTORSHIP PITCH COMPETITION
Our Mentorship Pitch Competition event is for all members in the current year Mentorship program. This takes places in conjunction with our East Coast conference.

MATCHMAKING EVENTS
Our very popular Matchmaking events are held twice a year. In 2024 a virtual matchmaking day will take place on March 14th for DA4S Members only, and a hybrid format will be offered on August 29th to everyone attending our West Coast conference. In 2023 we hosted over 700 match meetings!

ELEVATE!
This program is open to 30 Suppliers who are serious in looking to elevate their presentation deck, one-pager, and business pitch! In addition to these three key components every business should master, there are quarterly fireside chat virtual meetings and professional webinars to help your business succeed. A special Elevate Showcase Virtual Day is included that takes place on Sept. 25th! This event is a special Matchmaking day where companies have 20 minute meetings with the category folks that specialize in their specific area.

MEMBER ONLY EVENTS
We host a monthly Members Lounge via Zoom for informal and casual networking where we also provide a platform for our Members to learn more about our current events and programs.  Our Lounge also features a different company each month where suppliers can learn how to do business with them. 

Tied in with each of our Annual Events we host a Members Only Day!