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4:30 p.m. Guest Arrival and Cocktail Reception
6:00 p.m. Welcome and Dinner
6:40 p.m. Awards Presentation
7:30 p.m. Keynote Presentation – Aron Ralston
8:30 p.m. Program Commencement
*The bar will convert to cash at the start of the program and close at the beginning of the keynote.
6:40 p.m. Bar to Cash / 7:30 p.m. Bar Closes
Event Sponsors
Table Hosts
Amgen
Boettcher Foundation
Boulder iQ
CAI
Catalyze Consulting Group
Colorado Health and Tech Centers
Corden Pharma
Corgenix
CRB
CSA Group
EnteroTrack
EY
Foley Hoag
GBA Life Sciences
Hogan Lovells
Hyde Engineering and Consulting
Innosphere Ventures
JP Morgan
Lilly
Marsh McLennan Agency
Medtronic
Metro Denver EDC
Murphy Company
Primavera Group
Richtr
STAQ Pharma
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies
Umoja Biopharma
Wilson Sonsini
Emcee
Mike Huckman is a seasoned strategic communications consultant, presentation and media coach, speaker, host and moderator in the life sciences sector.
Drawing on decades of experience translating complex science and technology into compelling stories, Mike empowers biotech, medtech, pharmaceutical and healthcare leaders to elevate their messages, connect with global audiences, boosting comprehension and amplifying resonance.
Known for his personal sartorial style and his attention to detail as much as his skill set, Mike’s thoughtfully tailored approach is rooted in a deep understanding of life sciences ingenuity, leadership communications, and, most importantly, the vital human element at the heart of breakthrough science and technology.
Keynote Speaker
We’re thrilled to welcome Aron Ralston as keynote speaker for CBSA’s 22nd Annual Awards Celebration Presented by AGC Biologics on November 13.
Aron, a legendary Boulder-based climber, survivor, and medical innovator, made headlines after amputating his own arm to survive a canyoneering accident, then helped design his own prosthetics. His story, featured in 127 Hours and Between a Rock and a Hard Place, continues to inspire audiences around the world.
He brings a powerful message of the resilience mindset, innovation, and human potential that resonates deeply with Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem as we drive bold advances in patient-centered care, medtech, and biotech innovation.
Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the impact we create together.
Finalists and Honorees
Company of the Year Finalists
Sponsored by Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade
Umoja Biopharma | Louisville
Enliven Therapeutics | Boulder
Rising Star of the Year Finalists
Ambrosia Biosciences | Boulder
EnteroTrack | Aurora
RheumaGen | Aurora
Vitrivax | Boulder
Deal of the Year
Sponsored by BioMed Realty
Enveda | Boulder
Legislators of the Year
Sen. Scott Bright | R, District 13 – Adams, Weld
Sen. Julie Gonzales | D, District 34 – Denver
Rep. Sheila Lieder | D, District 28 – Jefferson
Rep. Lori Garcia Sander | R, District 65 – Larimer, Weld
Awardees to be announced during program:
Excellence in Manufacturing
Sponsored by Brownstein
Educator of the Year
Sponsored by Fisher Scientific
Building Momentum
Business Partner of the Year
Stay Connected with CBSA
Career Center
A new Career Center, offered by Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) and Colorado BioScience Institute (The Institute) is on the way! It’s designed to support connections and open doors across Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem. This dynamic resource will bring together the people and companies driving discoveries that save and change lives.
Life Sciences Investor & Partnering Conference
Colorado BioScience Association hosts the highly anticipated Rocky Mountain Life Sciences Investor & Partnering Conference every other year.
The dynamic event offers high-profile investors and the most promising companies in the Rocky Mountain region the opportunity to make anticipated connections through formal presentations, one-on-one partnering, and informal networking in a relaxed mountain environment.
Save the Date: September 30 - October 2, 2026
CBSA PAC
The Colorado BioScience Political Committee provides opportunities to meet and educate state candidates about the issues critical to our life sciences community and supports those candidates who will help our industry thrive. By donating to the Political Committee, you can help ensure that state policymakers understand the unique challenges facing Colorado’s bioscience innovators.
Colorado campaign finance laws permit contributions to the Colorado BioScience Political Committee of up to $725 per two-year election cycle from both corporations and individuals. This contribution is non-deductible.
Our state advocacy efforts have helped secure more than $45 million to promote technology transfer, encourage the growth of early-stage companies, and develop infrastructure that benefits life sciences in Colorado.
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Colorado Gives Day
Colorado Gives Day is coming up on Tuesday, December 9, and we’re inviting companies across Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem to join the Colorado BioScience Institute’s BioScience Battle for Good!
Visit Colorado BioScience Institute - Colorado Gives Day to join the challenge or donate now to support hands-on STEM education, workforce development, and life science learning across Colorado.
Then, share your support of the Institute’s mission by celebrating your donation on social media by copying and pasting this link into your preferred social media platform.
Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs (RA)
The QA/RA Certificate Program, offered by the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz in partnership with the Colorado BioScience Institute is now enrolling for Spring 2026!
Register here for one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn how you or your employees can upskill without disrupting work.
Industry Showcase
Join us on February 11th or February 12th for the Colorado BioScience Institute’s Industry Showcase. This two-day virtual event connects Colorado life sciences companies to Colorado university talent from undergraduate to post doc to demonstrate the breadth and depth of the Colorado life sciences ecosystem.
Participating companies will showcase their company, technologies, and talent recruitment initiatives with an overview presentation. Afterward, companies will have the opportunity to engage with attendees in more intimate Q&A sessions through rotating breakout rooms.
Share your interest in being a presenting company.
RET Program
Reinforce your company’s impact on the community by participating in the Research Experience for Teachers (RET) Program this summer! The RET program pairs middle and high school educators with industry professionals to gain hands-on STEM experience.
Complete the RET program interest form to learn how you can become a site host.