The Smart Business Dealmakers Conference connects thousands of local dealmakers – from middle-market CEOs to top investors and lenders to leading M&A advisers.

The Smart Business Dealmakers Conference, a premier event for entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and advisors focused on mergers and acquisitions, raising capital, and business growth strategies. This conference brings together the best minds in dealmaking to explore the challenges and opportunities in today’s dynamic market.

Gain insights from keynote speakers, panel discussions, and industry experts as they share valuable knowledge. 

• Mid-day lunch keynote on Colorado Hub for Health Impact, featuring insights into the state’s thriving life sciences and biotech ecosystem.
• The conference will also celebrate Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) as an honoree, recognizing their leadership in fostering growth and innovation in the life sciences sector.
• Additionally, several Colorado life sciences leaders will be honored for their contributions to advancing healthcare solutions.

Spotlight

• Elyse Blazevich, President & CEO
  • Colorado BioScience Association
• Sally Hatcher, Co-Founder & General Partner
  • Buff Gold Ventures
• Scott Hutton, CEO
  • Biodesix
• Mark Lupa, Managing Partner
  • Buff Gold Ventures
• Kim Muller, Executive Director
  • CU Innovations General Partner, CU Healthcare Innovation Fund
• Afshin Safavi, Founder, CEO & President
  • Safavi Holdings, LLC
• Mary Szela, President & CEO
  • TriSalus Life Sciences, Inc.
• Steve VanNurden, President & CEO
  • Fitzsimons Innovation Community; Assoc. Vice Chancellor, Biotechnology- University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus; General Partner, CU Healthcare Innovation Fund University of Colorado | Anschutz Medical Campus

Key Highlights

• Expert-led panels on M&A trends and best practices
• Networking opportunities with top investors and advisors
• Strategies for raising capital and preparing for exits
• Mid-day lunch keynote
• Honoring CBSA and Colorado life sciences leaders

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