CEO x VCC EMBA Panel on Healthcare and Biotech Focus

Date: November 23, 2024
Time: 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM EST
Location: Kravis Hall, Room 690, Columbia Business School

Tomasz Felpel with fellow panelists at the CEO x VCC EMBA Panel, discussing healthcare and biotech innovations at Columbia Business School.

Overview:

The CEO x VCC EMBA Panel brings together leaders and innovators from the fields of healthcare and biotechnology to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities in these rapidly evolving industries. Hosted by the Columbia Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO) and the Venture Capital Club (VCC), the event is designed to provide EMBA students and attendees with actionable insights from experts who have shaped and driven progress in healthcare and biotech.

Panelists:

  1. Tomasz Felpel
    • Role: VP, CEO & VCC
    • Expertise: Global Business Development Leader
    • Tomasz brings extensive experience in managing healthcare-focused ventures and business development strategies.
  2. Pravin Patil
    • Role: Cybersecurity / Deep Tech Entrepreneur, Investor, VC
    • Expertise: Advanced technologies intersecting with healthcare innovation.
  3. Joseph Park
    • Role: Healthcare Executive
    • Expertise: Leadership in managing healthcare operations and driving growth.
  4. Dr. Brad Kligman
    • Role: Ophthalmologist, VC
    • Expertise: Medical innovations and investment in biotechnology startups.
CEO x VCC EMBA Panel Poster for Healthcare and Biotech focus at Columbia Business School.
Poster for the CEO x VCC EMBA Panel at Columbia Business School, featuring Tomasz Felpel, Pravin Patil, Joseph Park, and Dr. Brad Kligman, focusing on healthcare and biotech innovations.

Discussion Topics:

  • Emerging trends in healthcare and biotech investments.
  • The role of venture capital in accelerating biotech advancements.
  • Challenges in scaling biotech startups and navigating regulatory hurdles.
  • Strategies for bridging the gap between innovation and commercialization in healthcare.

Key Highlights:

  • Exclusive insights from industry leaders at the forefront of healthcare and biotech innovation.
  • Networking opportunities with panelists and peers passionate about entrepreneurship and venture capital.
  • Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to make an impact in the healthcare and biotech sectors.

This event is an invaluable opportunity for attendees to engage with seasoned professionals and gain a deeper understanding of the critical role healthcare and biotech play in shaping the future of business and society.