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Host Your Event at Life Sciences Week 2026

Capitalise on the opportunity to influence thought leaders and decision-makers in the life sciences community by hosting your own event during the Life Sciences Week. Our event caters to a diverse range of formats, from intimate workshops to large-scale exhibitions.

We provide state-of-the-art venues in Birmingham and the West Midlands that can be tailored to suit the needs of various events, ensuring that your session, whether it is a panel discussion, a collaborative workshop, or a technology showcase, leaves a lasting impact.

Reach out to our coordination team for more information on venue options and scheduling.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can host an event?
Any organisation from any sector can apply to run an event during Life Sciences Week (21st – 25th September 2026), but the event should have a focus on Life Sciences (or a sub sector of Life Sciences such as those below) and should be hosted in the United Kingdom
🔬 1. Biotechnology

💊 2. Pharmaceuticals

🧫 3. Medical Devices & Diagnostics

🧬 4. Genomics & Molecular Biology

🧪 5. Life Science Research Tools & Services

🏥 6. Healthcare & Clinical Research

🌱 7. Agricultural and Environmental Life Sciences

🧠 8. Neuroscience & Cognitive Science

🧍 9. Regenerative Medicine & Tissue Engineering

(This list is not exhaustive)
We’ll have a chat to help check you’ve considered key factors, and then send you some Terms of Engagement to ensure
- Everyone is aligned on what's involved in running or sponsoring an event
- We maintain a consistent experience across the week
- We can provide the right support where it’s needed
- All events align with our values and goals
Why host an event?
Being part of Life Sciences Week brings researchers, innovators, scientists, academia, businesses, investors, leaders and politicians to the centre of topical conversations, providing opportunities to meet new people, learn new skills and insights, help steer progress and become part of this pivotal initiative that leads exciting and inspirational developments in Life Sciences.

Showcase expertise: Highlight your organization's knowledge and capabilities.

Foster collaboration: Connect with key decision-makers, investors, and industry leaders.

Shape the future: Play a vital role in driving progress within the life sciences sector.

Gain visibility: Get exposure among key stakeholders and policymakers.

Position as a thought leader: Lead discussions on the latest advancements and opportunities.

Networking & Collaboration: Engage with a diverse audience and foster valuable partnerships.

Targeted Exposure: Gain direct access to key stakeholders in the life sciences industry.

Brand Positioning: Establish your organization as a thought leader
Be a pioneer by hosting an event in the inaugural Life Sciences Week!
How much does it cost to host an event?
It’s totally free to host an event during Life Sciences Week, but you may need to consider costs of venue hire, marketing or refreshments.

We have support mechanisms available to help you in hosting your event, that could incur costs (see: https://lifesciencesweek.co.uk/packages/), but to organise your own event and have it included on the Life Sciences Week website and event listings has no charge; we are encouraging involvement, not creating barriers. Register your interest to discuss further here
Where can events take place?
Anywhere in the United Kingdom, but we do have a focus on the West Midlands region;

West Midlands (urban/metropolitan area)
- Birmingham
- Coventry
- Wolverhampton
- Dudley
- Sandwell
- Solihull
- Walsall

Warwickshire
- Warwick
- Leamington Spa
- Nuneaton
- Rugby
- Stratford-upon-Avon

Worcestershire
- Worcester
- Redditch
- Kidderminster
- Evesham

Herefordshire
- Hereford
- Ross-on-Wye
- Leominster

Shropshire
- Shrewsbury
- Telford (technically part of Telford and Wrekin, a unitary authority)

Staffordshire
- Stafford
- Stoke-on-Trent
- Lichfield
- Burton upon Trent
- Cannock


How much does it cost to attend an event?
The majority of events will be free to attend, at the discretion of the event host. We will provide any charge information on our events page if the event organiser provides any.
Who can attend an event?
Unless stated on the event booking page, events are open to all to attend; the purpose of Life Sciences Week is to encourage conversations, progress, insights, teachings, collaborations so the majority of events will be on a first come first served basis – so book now!
For event hosts, we can cap registration numbers as per your requirements; please contact us here: https://lifesciencesweek.co.uk/host/
What kind of events can I run?
We encourage a range of events with consideration for what you’re trying to achieve and who will be most interested in your event; from key note talks, workshops, networking sessions, panels, fireside chats/interviews, presentations, exhibitions, challenge events, debates to combinations of any of these or otherwise within your event.

We’ll have a chat to help check you’ve considered key factors, and then send you some Terms of Engagement to ensure
- Everyone is aligned on what's involved in running or sponsoring an event
- We maintain a consistent experience across the week
- We can provide the right support where it’s needed
- All events align with our values and goals
Can I use the official event branding?
Once we’ve had a chat and Terms of Engagement for event hosts have been reviewed, yes! The further we spread the word the better for all involved!
Even if you’re not hosting an event, we’d encourage you to shout about Life Sciences Week to encourage others to get involved in attending, hosting or sponsoring/partnering.

Register to Host an Event

Simply fill in the form below to register to host Life Sciences Week.

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    Exhibit

    If you're interested in exhibiting, please take a look at the exhibitor packages available to view here, then fill the form in below.

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    Would You Require Power at Your Stand? *

    Do You Require Any Support With Marketing Material? Please note, this would carry an additional cost. *

    Sponsor

    If you're interested in sponsorship, please take a look at the sponsorship packages available to download here, then fill the form in below.

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    Brand awareness and visibilityGenerate leads & business opportunitiesNetwork with industry peers & partnersSupport community impact and corporate responsibilityRecruit talentOther (Please Specify)

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    Apply for a complimentary Conference Day VIP Pass

    Apply for a complimentary Conference Day VIP Pass

    Complimentary Conference Day VIP Passes are reserved for senior leaders and decision-makers with influence over purchasing, commissioning, investment or technology advancements and adoption across UK life sciences.

    A Conference Day VIP Pass includes:

    • Complimentary access-all-areas to the Launch Day Conference
    • Access to the dedicated VIP green room alongside Conference speakers
    • Access to all general keynote, panel and programme sessions
    • Curated networking opportunities
    • Opportunities to meet conference speakers and other approved VIP attendees

    The VIP Pass applies to the Launch Day Conference only. It does not include admission to the Life Sciences Week Gala Dinner or other separately ticketed events.

    Applications are reviewed individually and submitting this form does not guarantee a complimentary pass. To maintain a balanced, high-quality audience, we may limit the number of VIP Passes issued to any one organisation.

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      If other, please specify

      Which best describes your level of seniority? *

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      Which areas are you responsible for or directly involved in? *

      If other, please specify

      What best describes your role in purchasing, investment, commissioning or adoption decisions? *

      Attendance Information

      Briefly, what is the number one thing you are hoping to get out of attending Life Sciences Week 2026? *

      Final Confirmation

      Is your role primarily focused on selling products or services, consultancy, account management or business development? *

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      I understand that VIP applications are subject to review and approval.
      I understand that the complimentary VIP Pass covers the Life Sciences Week Launch Day Conference only and does not include the Gala Dinner Awards or other separately ticketed events.
      The information supplied in this application is accurate.

      Shabna Raja

      Advisory Partner,
      Life Sciences Week
      +44 (0) 121 227 4156
      info@lifesciencesweek.co.uk

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      Shabna Raja is a senior leader in enterprise transformation within Life Sciences, with over 20 years’ experience spanning pharma, consumer health and large-scale digital programmes.

      She specialises in bridging strategy and execution – helping organisations translate AI, data and digital innovation into tangible business outcomes. Her work focuses on complex transformation
      initiatives across commercial, data and operating model domains within regulated environments.

      Shabna spent seven years at GSK, where she played a key role in transformation programmes, including as part of the Consumer Health joint venture with Pfizer — one of the most significant integrations in the sector. This experience provided her with deep expertise in  organisational change, integration and operating model evolution at global scale.

      More recently, she has spent over three years working closely with Haleon through a strategic
      services partnership, leading enterprise client engagement and managing a multi-million-pound account while supporting transformation across a newly independent global organisation.

      Her experience spans the end-to-end life sciences value chain, including R&D, commercial, supply chain and patient engagement, giving her a holistic perspective on how technology and transformation can unlock value across the industry.

      Amjad Khan

      Executive Partner,
      Life Sciences Week
      +44 (0) 121 227 4156
      info@lifesciencesweek.co.uk

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      Amjad Khan is a UK-based entrepreneur, AI strategist, and senior technology leader with over 15 years of experience at Pfizer, where he held multiple leadership roles across digital strategy and transformation. As Global Digital Client Partner, he was responsible for digital strategy and execution across Global Business Units covering Vaccines, Hospital, and Medical Affairs. Most notably, he led the commercial launch for the Covid franchise transforming and accelerating the model for how new medicines are brought to market.

      Following his tenure at Pfizer, Amjad channelled his expertise into building at the frontier of AI. His work spans AI leadership, stakeholder engagement, and agile delivery helping organisations adopt and scale emerging  technologies to drive meaningful outcomes.

      Dr. Richard Fallon | Business Consultant | WM Life Sciences

      Dr. Richard Fallon

      Co Founder, Life Sciences Week 
      +44 (0) 121 227 4156
      info@lifesciencesweek.co.uk

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      Dr Richard Fallon is an entrepreneur and ecosystem builder who connects industry leaders, investors and public-sector stakeholders to accelerate collaboration and commercial growth.

      As the Founder of the Technology Supply Chain and co-founder of the Innovation Awards, he has spent more than two decades convening influential networks that help emerging businesses find capital, strategic partners and new routes to market.

      Richard’s work spans leadership and consultancy across major organisations, alongside building membership and partnership platforms that bring universities, industry and investors into the same room – and turn conversations into practical outcomes.

      With his focus on life sciences, Richard supports organisations and people driving breakthroughs in healthcare, biotechnology, medical technology and advanced research. He is passionate about creating the conditions for transformative ideas to move from concept to real-world impact – by connecting innovators with the funding, expertise and opportunities they need to scale.

      Through Life Sciences Week, Richard is championing the UK’s world-class life sciences community and helping position it at the forefront of innovation, investment and patient outcomes.

      Amy Deakin | Chief of Staff | WM Life Sciences

      Amy Deakin

      Event Managing Director,
      Life Sciences Week
      +44 (0) 121 227 4156
      info@lifesciencesweek.co.uk

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      Amy Deakin is a Birmingham-based leader specialising in building partnerships and fostering innovation in the life sciences sector. With a degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Amy brings a grounded understanding of human health and performance to her work and a strong interest in the developments shaping healthcare today.

      Amy is Managing Director of Life Sciences Week, part of the One Thousand Trades Group, and also serves as Director of One Thousand Trades Events. In these roles, she convenes researchers, clinicians and industry leaders to strengthen collaboration, unlock new partnerships and help accelerate real-world innovation across the life sciences ecosystem.

      Her career spans both commercial and third-sector environments. She began in automotive design, delivering projects for Volkswagen, McLaren, Bentley and Jaguar Land Rover, before moving into the third sector with Acorns Children’s Hospice. She later joined Western Union, working as a Partnerships Manager for international payments

      An avid netballer, Amy is a committed advocate for health and wellbeing – bringing energy, clarity and connection to everything she builds, and actively involved as a participant in health related research studies.

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