Hosted by the Oxford Saïd Entrepreneurship Centre

Delivered by Satish Tadikonda & William Marks, Serial Entrepreneurs & Harvard Business School Faculty

Join us for a dynamic session exploring the rapidly evolving world of life sciences and healthcare entrepreneurship.

With global healthcare and life sciences investment nearing 20% of GDP in many major economies, this sector is undergoing unprecedented transformation. From AI and digital health to cutting-edge biotech and patient-driven innovation, new technologies are reshaping how care is delivered and how businesses in the space operate.

This seminar will help you understand where healthcare and life sciences intersect—and diverge—and how innovation thrives within this complex, regulated landscape. You’ll gain insight into the future of the industry and discover how you can engage with it, whether as a founder, researcher, investor, or aspiring leader.

Who Should Attend:
Students across all levels (undergraduate, MBA, Master’s, PhD, medical), as well as faculty, who are curious about entrepreneurship and career opportunities in healthcare and the life sciences.

You’ll Gain the Tools To:

• Understand what defines the life sciences and healthcare industries—and how they differ

• Explore how the many parts of these industries connect and collaborate

• Identify key technologies shaping the future of care and research

• Develop a mindset for entrepreneurship in highly regulated spaces

• Discover how to engage with the industry regardless of your background

• Build a roadmap for the skills and knowledge you want to develop

• Deepen your understanding of how varied and impactful entrepreneurship can be

Key Topics Include:

• Mapping the life sciences and healthcare ecosystem

• Exploring diverse business models and go-to-market strategies

• Approaching entrepreneurship in regulated industries

• Crafting a career path aligned with your interests and strengths

• Identifying unmet needs and opportunities for innovation

• Building effective teams and networks

Date: Wednesday 30 April
Time: 12:00–13:30
Location: Saïd Business School (Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HP)