Earn Up to 18 Hours CPE
Network with Your Colleagues
Three Nights of Social Events
Some of the outstanding thought leaders we have scheduled to present
Drew Brees
Drew Brees, former NFL Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, 2009 Super Bowl MVP and founder of the Brees Dream Foundation which is focused on improving the quality of life for cancer patients and providing care, education and opportunities for children and families in need,
Joe Quinlan
Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist, Merrill Wealth Management, Bank of America.
His research is frequently cited in such media venues as Barron’s, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and the Financial Times.
Joe Kudla
Join us for an inspiring and insightful fireside chat with Joe Kudla, Founder and CEO of Vuori, a brand that has captured the world’s attention through its meteoric rise in the activewear industry. Vuori’s journey to success has been marked by bold choices, calculated risks, and a deep understanding of both the rewards and challenges that come with entrepreneurial ventures.
John Foley
As the lead solo pilot for the legendary Blue Angels flight team, John “Gucci” Foley exemplified the pinnacle of excellence, mastering the art of flying among the top 0.01% of US military pilots.
An innovative and visionary leader, best-selling author, master of mindset, and a catalyst for organizational growth, John delivers his awe-inspiring and transformative message to organizations around the world, inspiring individuals and teams to achieve elite performance.
Wednesday Events
Keynote Presentations: Q&A with Drew Brees
Enhance your Career/Job Breakouts
- The Power of AI
- Investor Relations Excellence
Enhance your Company Breakouts
- Building Robust & Efficient Internal Controls
- IT Roadmap, How to Effectively Roll out Software
Navigating Capital Needs: Fundraising & Cash Flow Managment
M&A Success Stories
Thursday Events
Keynote Presentations: Joe Quinlan, John Foley
Enhance Your Career Breakouts
- Mastering Personal Branding
- How to Build Strong Relationships with Board Members
- How to Be a Better Leader: Working with Different Generations
- How to Find Board Positions
IPO Success Stories
Life Science Cares Philanthropy Event
More content being added!
Friday Events
Keynote Presentations: Fireside Chat with Joe Kudla
Announcing our 2026 Conference Location
Network with Your Colleagues at our Evening Social Events
JOIN US FOR OUR TUESDAY NIGHT NETWORKING EVENT
Petco Park
This year, our kickoff to the conference will be at the iconic Petco Park, adjacent to our hotel, as the San Diego Padres face the Miami Marlins with a 6:40 pm game start.
WEDNESDAY EVENT
Moonshine Flats
Join us at Moonshine Flats, which is in the historic Gaslamp District, within easy walking distance of our hotel. We look forward to a fun evening of games, food and beverages.
Thursday EVENT
USS Midway Museum
Join us on the USS Midway aircraft carrier for a special evening of dancing, entertainment, food and drink.
Hear what previous attendees have to say about us
and why people attend year after year!
“I love attending the national ABFO conference because it’s a unique opportunity to connect with peers in a casual format, information share amongst colleagues in multiple biotech hubs and have fun doing it! By the end of the conference, you walk away with new connections, valuable resources and great memories.”
Betsy Gelfand
SVP, Finance, Endeavor Biomedicines
The ABFO conference is the perfect way for me to stay ahead in the dynamic and ever-changing world of biotech finance. Every year this event continues to provide the best opportunity for finance leaders to navigate emerging trends, tackle relevant challenges and connect with industry leaders to drive innovation and success within our own organizations.
Jon Freve
CFO, Alentis Therapeutics, Inc.
The ABFO Conference is a unique and remarkable event with high value content, authentic discussions and strong connections. We have enjoyed being a part of the ABFO community for many years, and always look forward to it!
Killu Sanborn
Managing Director, Oxford Finance
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Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 Conference have been filled. Please stay tuned for more information on the 2026 Conference.