Join us as we showcase the best of the Rocky Mountain & Southwest Region
in the South Hall of the Phoenix Convention Center on October 7 - 8, 2026
AGENDA
Your White Hat Registration includes admission to the following events PLUS the opportunity leverage the AZBW one-on-one partnering system powered by Jujama.
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Partnering invitations will be sent to all White Hat registered attendees beginning in early September. Attendees who opt-in to the system will have the opportunity to plan their schedule and request 1:1 meetings.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
AZBio Awards Celebration
Meet the researchers, entrepreneurs, leaders, and team members who are at the heart of life-changing and life-saving innovations. 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Opening Cocktail Reception in the Student Discovery Zone 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. AZBio Awards Celebration 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Networking DinnerLearn more about the AZBio Awards
Thursday, October 8, 2026
White Hat Investors
In addition to great company presentations in the areas of Medical Device, Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Health IT, White Hat includes general sessions featuring panel discussions on unique facets of the innovation landscape.
7:30 a.m. Registration & Partnering Opens
Continental Breakfast & Networking
8:30 a.m. Opening General Session
9:15 Innovator Breakout Tracks
Presentations featuring the top companies from across the Rocky Mountain Southwest Region.
10:15 a.m. General Session
11:00 Innovator Breakout Tracks
Presentations featuring the top companies from across the Rocky Mountain Southwest Region.
NOON Lunch General Session
1:15 p.m. Innovator Breakout Tracks
Presentations featuring the top companies from across the Rocky Mountain Southwest Region.
2:15 p.m. General Session
3:00 p.m. Innovator Breakout Tracks
Presentations featuring the top companies from across the Rocky Mountain Southwest Region