Episode 60: The Bio on the Bayou 2024 Wrap-Up – Biotech, Networking, and Key Opinion Leaders

Wondering how Bio on the Bayou 2024 brought the Gulf South biotech community to new heights? Tune in to discover the key moments and collaborations that made this year’s event unforgettable!

In this special wrap-up episode, join hosts James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and Elaine Hamm, PhD, as they recap the highlights of Bio on the Bayou 2024 – from record-breaking registrations to incredible new partnerships. From lively panel discussions and university showcases to the first-ever Bullpen masquerade ball, this episode captures it all.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How Bio on the Bayou expanded its reach with over 300 attendees, 1,200+ meeting requests, and even international partnerships.
  • Highlights from impactful networking events, investor dinners, and the Bullpen masquerade ball.
  • Key growth areas discussed, including women’s health, startups, and global biotech opportunities.

Tune in to hear how Bio on the Bayou 2024 brought together industry leaders, researchers, and startups for an unforgettable event – and learn how you can get involved in 2025!

Links:

Connect with Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and learn about Tulane Medicine Business Development and the School of Medicine.

Connect with key opinion leaders Bill Wimley, PhD, Aziz Abadsafian, MBA, Marcus Brown, PhD, Ben Kromnick, Alita Singer, David Brown, Don Davis, PhD, MBA, and Heddwen Brooks, PhD.

Learn more about The Bullpen, Trade and Investment Queensland, Equalize, Nissan Chemical, and Elanco, (and Tujagues, where the Bullpen Masquerade ball was held….)

Learn more about the BioChallenge Pitch Competition.

Listen to Episode 56: The 2024 Guide to Key Opinion Leaders.

Connect with the Tulane Medicine team: Ian McLachlan, Alexis Ducote, PhD, Maggie Gentry, Carolyn Scofield, MPS, Nikki Yumul, Griffin Wright, and Bethany Jones.

Check out BIO on the BAYOU sponsors: New Orleans BioInnovation Center, New Orleans BioFund, University of Louisiana Lafayette, Baker Donelson, CDD Vault, New Orleans Business Alliance, The University of Mississippi, University of Louisville, Greater New Orleans Inc., TreMonti Consulting, Nikon, Tulane University Innovation Institute, and Louisiana Economic Development.

Check out host universities: Tulane Medicine, The University of Mississippi, Xavier University of Louisiana, LSU Health New Orleans, and Auburn University.

Check out BIO on the BAYOU and make plans to attend October 28 & 29, 2025.

Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU – the podcast.

 

Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.

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