EVENTS
Upcoming Events
Power Hour:
Rise & Thrive: Professional Development / Navigating Uncertainty
This gathering on June 25th is a great opportunity for professionals in the life sciences sector to connect and engage. The event features multiple table topics designed to guide discussions and enhance interaction among participants.
MWLSN 6th Annual Fall Mixer
Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community. The MetroWest Life Sciences Network invites you to our 6th Annual Fall Mixer — a signature gathering that brings together life sciences professionals from across the region. There will be free appetizers and drinks during this event.
Recent Events
Upcoming Events
Recent Events
MWLSN Member Appreciation Night: Science on Tap
On June 3rd we had a special evening to celebrate you: our members! The MetroWest Life Sciences Network Member Appreciation Night was a relaxed and lively gathering designed to thank you for being part of our growing community. Set at Jack’s Abby in Framingham, attendees connected with peers, enjoyed great food, drinks, and conversation.
The Third Annual ABI-LAB Block Party
The ABI-LAB Block Party on June 4th hosted a great evening for all life science professionals, the MetroWest Life Sciences Network, and the ABI community. The event provided a fun and casual networking social that brought the life sciences community together. The community enoyed dinner, drinks, Ln2 Ice Cream, Axe throwing, giant yard games, and a DJ!
Executives Unplugged:
Innovating Through Uncertainty
The community came together to gain insights into how leading innovators navigate challenges in life sciences, learning firsthand from industry experts about translating research into real-world solutions that impact lives.
Brew Your Network
The MetroWest Life Sciences Community comes together on the first Wednesday of every month to connect with colleagues. The enthusiasm, conversations, and collaboration make it a very engaging gathering. It’s always great to see new connections develop, ideas take shape, and collaborative opportunities grow.
Brew Your Network
Join your peers at Brew Your Network, a casual, high-energy gathering for professionals in the life sciences. This month, we’re excited to feature a special “What’s Brewing” spotlight with Rick McKenna, a communications leader and champion of public-private partnerships in the life sciences. Rick will share insights on Framingham’s evolving life sciences landscape, workforce development, and the power of community collaboration.
Social Science: Building
Your Network through
Social Media
On March 18, 2025, life science professionals gathered at ABI-LAB in Natick, MA for an engaging and insightful session on social media strategy, led by marketing expert Jaclyn Sergeant of Sergeant Digital. The event offered valuable guidance on leveraging social selling to enhance brand visibility and reputation—key factors in attracting investors, collaborators, and top-tier talent. Attendees left with practical tools and strategies to elevate their personal and company brands in today’s competitive life sciences landscape.
Executives Unplugged
How to Fundraise,
Seed to Scale
MWLSN community members discovered the latest insights and connected with their peers as the Executives Unplugged panel discussion addressed their questions on fundraising in life sciences, offering a platform to reconnect with colleagues and forge new relationships.
AI and How It Will Change Life Sciences Forever
The MetroWest Life Sciences Network and Women In Bio communities enjoyed insights from the expert panel as they had their questions answered about the present and future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Life Sciences, and networked with peers and colleagues.
Fall Networking Event
It was great to see everyone at the MWLSN Fall Networking Event, with life science professionals from MetroWest and beyond in the Biotech, Pharma and Medtech industries. We were glad to have a beautiful evening for the event, with a large turnout from the community, enjoying networking, connecting together, great food and music.
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A Path to Success
We were glad to host a Fireside Chat with Dr. Kathy Bowdish, President and CEO of PIC Therapeutics, to discuss her 20 years of experience in Biopharma business, the launching of Sanofi Sunrise, and scientific leadership to several companies, co-founding many early-stage life science companies, and serving as President and CSO, CEO, and on Board of Directors.
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MedTech Tour
October 27, 2022 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT
We were thrilled to host the MedTech Tour on October 27th, making stops at Insulet Corporation, ABI-LAB, and Olympus Corporation!
We hosted guests from over nine countries who are considering making MetroWest Boston their home!
Thank you to our spectacular speakers - Karen Adelman-Foster, Rachel Robinson, and Peter Milano! Thank you to AIS & Strategic Spaces for hosting lunch!
Biomanufacturing MetroWest
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM EDT
In this interactive virtual roundtable session, a panel of cross-industry experts and community leaders discussed the unique advantages of the MetroWest region for biomanufacturing organizations.
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Featuring:
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Lisa McClintock, Vice President, General Manager Framingham, Sanofi Genzyme
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Travis McCready, Executive Director & National Practice Leader, Life Sciences Markets, JLL
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Anthony Rotunno, Chief Executive Officer, Lykan Bioscience
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Kenn Turner, President & CEO, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
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Gabriele Brambilla, Chief Executive Officer, Alira Health and Chairman, MetroWest Life Sciences Network
October 29, 2019
Location: Lost Shoe Brewing and Roasting Company
MW Execs Unplugged is your opportunity to spend quality time with top executives in MetroWest’s healthcare
and life sciences ecosystem. This event pairs upper management, C-suite, and board members from theMetroWest's top life science companies with the areas best venues for a drink and great conversation in a relaxed, small group setting.
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Date & Time: September 26, 2019
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Pickup and dropoff in Boston (location to be announced)
Join the MetroWest Life Sciences Network, Boston Scientific, ABI-LAB and more to tour world-class facilities and see how this regional ecosystem supports healthcare and life sciences organizations big and small.
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The MetroWest region is a centrally located link between Boston and Worcester’s life sciences clusters and is home to an active and supportive community of its own. From favorable operating costs and a synergistic network to significant opportunities for business growth, join us to see why the MetroWest region is a rapidly growing ecosystem.
For questions, please contact trish.parneros@alirahealth.com
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June 27, 2019 5:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Jack's Abby
MW Execs Unplugged is your opportunity to spend quality time with top executives in MetroWest’s healthcare
and life sciences ecosystem. This event pairs upper management, C-suite, and board members from theMetroWest's top life science companies with the areas best venues for a drink and great conversation in a relaxed, small group setting.
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April 4, 2019 8:00 - 10:30 AM
Location: Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center
You are invited to our inaugural event to learn about the MetroWest Life Sciences Network and our mission of
connecting healthcare and life science professionals across the community.
