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LSX Investival Showcase London 2026

Panel Biotech Growth Showcase Stage track

Pharma Partnership Reality Check: What It Really Takes to Make Collaborations Succeed

Mon, Nov 16, 2026 · 1:00–1:30 PM GMT Old Billingsgate

About this session

Signing a pharma partnership generates headlines and validates your science—but the hard work of making these collaborations truly successful often catches growth-stage biotechs off guard. The reality of joint governance, misaligned timelines, cultural clashes, and competing priorities can quickly turn a promising deal into a source of frustration and missed opportunities. This panel cuts through the celebration to deliver honest insights on what it actually takes to manage pharma partnerships effectively.

Speakers

  • Khatereh Ahmadi

    Venture Partner · XGEN Venture

    Moderator

  • Colette Lipp

    Senior Director, Oncology and Hematology Business Development · Merck

    Panelist

  • Ron Cooper

    CEO · enGene

    Panelist

  • Robin Owen

    Executive Director, Head of Alliance Management and Integration · AstraZeneca

    Panelist