Thank you for attending The MedTech Conference 2017! The information below is from our 2017 program, but stay tuned as we will be updating it soon for The MedTech Conference 2018 in Philadelphia, PA on September 24-26!
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THE NETWORKER
With 2,500+ attendees from over 1,000 organizations coming together for the largest annual gathering of medtech professionals in North America, you understand the valuable opportunity at hand to connect with experts and peers, pursue business opportunities, and expand your network by using MedTech Connect, attending receptions and more.
Networking and business development is a cornerstone of The MedTech Conference, and we are proud to offer ample opportunities for you to engage, connect, and build relationships throughout the conference.
Read below for a look at what's most relevant to The Networker at The MedTech Conference, or scope out the other potential quiz results:
Opportunities for The Networker at the Conference
Networking Events and Receptions
Welcome Reception
Monday, September 25
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
San Pedro Square Market
The San Pedro Square Market is the Downtown San Jose meet-up place for foodies, music lovers, locally-made shop supporters, demanders of coffee perfection, history seekers, old-time barbershop hunters, social media trendsetters and wine and beer libation imbibers. The Market is the all-around best place to hang out, complete with an open-air plaza and sidewalk café – there is no better place to kick off the conference and welcome everyone to San Jose. This event is sponsored by AdvaMed Women's Executive Network and NYPRO.
Chairmen's Networking Reception
Tuesday, September 26
5:15 pm - 7:00 pm
San Jose Convention Center Hall 1 & 2
Whether you’re enjoying a pint of Guinness or a locally brewed craft beer, be sure to join us in the Exhibit Hall to check out the latest and greatest from our medtech exhibitors. Take advantage of this excellent networking opportunity with all of your colleagues, including members of the AdvaMed, AdvaMedDx and AdvaMed Accel Board of Directors. This event is sponsored by IDA Ireland.
MedTech After Party
Tuesday, September 26
9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Club Auto Sport
Join us for an incredible experience at Club Auto Sport! This high- end garage for true car collectors and incubator for automotive innovation will open its doors and provide us with its vibrant clubhouse, sleek lounge, and TMFC Museum, a one-of-a-kind artfully curated, eclectic private history collection. You will not want to miss rare collectible cars, racing simulators, and, of course, live music. This event is sponsored by FedEx.
Educational Sessions
Multinational Corporations Operating in an Anti-Globalization World
CEO Unplugged Session
Until recently, CEOs were operating in “The World Is Flat” global environment and expanding supply chains globally to maximize e ciency and minimize costs. The rationale for this business model still exists, but
will governments allow it to continue unfettered? The U.S. is adopting an “America First” policy, China is implementing “Made in China, 2025,” India has its “Make in India” and on it goes. The rules of the World Trade Organization, initially adopted 70 years ago, seem outdated and ine ective in preventing these protectionist policies. Will these localization programs force a disintegration of global trade and the business models that CEOs now use? Our panel of CEOs will provide their insights and experiences on what they see now and what they expect for the future.
On the Line: A CEO’s Most Critical Decisions
Super Session
This session will feature CEOs from some of the world’s leading medtech companies, who will discuss how to navigate the most critical decisions that CEOs make in bringing products to market and building a successful medtech business. Get insights from the top on regulatory strategy, market access, compliance challenges, marketing and more.
Innovations in Global Health Program
NEW THIS YEAR!
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Time: 11:45 am - 4:45 pm
Networking reception to follow
Solving unmet needs for patients in under-resourced settings requires creative models to accelerate innovation and scale-up of health technologies.
On Wednesday, September 27, the medtech sector will convene with key public and private stakeholders to explore e ective pathways to improving health and welfare of patient populations in the developing world. Join us for a series of valuable discussions on the challenges to be faced, success stories and lessons learned.
The program will highlight several entrepreneurs who are developing technology that can alleviate the ever-increasing burden of diseases and chronic conditions in developing countries and feature an innovator award from TEAMFund and MedTech Innovator.
Want to learn more about all of the networking and business development opportunities at the conference?
Get an exclusive first look at what to expect this year at The MedTech Conference in our Program Preview.
