iC³: Innovation = Capital x Collaboration x Commercialization

BioNTX is Proud to Announce
John F. Crowley to Receive the 2025 Dennis K. Stone Award
BioNTX is proud to announce that John F. Crowley, CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), will be honored with the 2025 Dennis K. Stone (DKS) Award at the iC³® Life Science & Healthcare Innovation Summit. This prestigious award recognizes Crowley’s extraordinary leadership in advancing biotechnology and his lasting impact on patients, innovation, and the global life sciences community.
 
Crowley’s vision and advocacy embody the spirit of the DKS Award, which celebrates pioneers who push the boundaries of science while inspiring others to transform healthcare. He will be recognized on stage at the iC³ Summit in Dallas, where attendees will also hear directly from him during the program on September 16th.
 
Please Join BioNTX in Honoring John Crowley!
A Message from Dallas Councilwoman Laura Cadena
It is my great pleasure to welcome the life science and healthcare innovation community to Dallas for the 11th Annual iC³® Summit. As the proud host district of this year’s summit—home to the Hilton Anatole, Pegasus Park, BioLabs, Bridge Labs, and many of our city’s most dynamic innovation assets—I could not be more excited to see Dallas take center stage.
 
Dallas is a city of visionaries and builders, and District 6 reflects that spirit every day. The iC³ Summit is a powerful extension of that energy—bringing together scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders to shape the future of healthcare and expand the possibilities of science and technology.
 
For those of you joining us from across the country and around the world: we can’t wait to welcome you. This summit will not only showcase Dallas’ leadership in life sciences but also highlight the collaboration, creativity, and bold thinking that define our community.
 
I look forward to seeing you in District 6 this September as we gather for discovery, dialogue, and the future of healthcare innovation.
 
With excitement,
Laura Cadena
Dallas City Council, District 6

Final Call Be in the Room Where It Happens

North Texas is no longer just “on the rise” — it is becoming a national force in life sciences. The 2025 iC³ Life Science & Healthcare Innovation Summit is the one time this year where the entire ecosystem—innovators, investors, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders come together to shape what is next- you need to be in the room.

 
Registration is filling up quickly, and this is your final newsletter before the Summit. Do not wait—secure your place now.

Register NOW! — Be Part of the Momentum

If you have any questions about the Summit, please reach out to Jacqueline Ho at jho@biontx.org.

Changemakers You Will Meet
  • John F. Crowley, President & CEO of BIO — Delivers the dynamic keynote and anchors the conversation for biotech’s next decade as part of our “10 Years & Beyond” vision
  • Panna Sharma, CEO & President of Lantern Pharma — A visionary in launching disruptive biotech breakthroughs, featured in both “AI in the Golden Age of Biotech” and “2025 State of Biotech’s Future in Texas” 
  • Senator Tan Parker, Co-Chair of the Texas AI Advisory Council — Brings political insight and AI leadership to the forefront of biotech innovation on multiple high-impact panels 
  • Chris Gartin, Managing Director, Healthcare Investment Banking at JP Morgan — Offers exclusive capital markets wisdom in “Mastering Capital Strategies”
  • Justin Yang, Head of Corporate Development & Governmental Affairs at Global Health Investment Corporation — Spearheads the deep dive on “Advancing National Health Initiatives Through Innovation”
CleanSpace: Tour the Future of Cleanroom Technology

At the 2025 iC³ Summit, you will have an exclusive opportunity to tour CleanSpace’s new facility at Bridge Labs. Explore the space, see the latest in cleanroom innovation, and discover potential collaboration opportunities. Pegasus Park team members will also be on hand if you would like to learn more about the broader campus.

iC³ SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT

Driving Innovation in Insurance and Benefits

Patriot is a national insurance services agency specializing in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty, and Personal Insurance. Backed by growth equity investors GI Partners and Summit Partners, Patriot is one of the fastest-growing firms of its kind in the United States.

Global Legal Expertise for Innovation

Orrick is a global law firm serving the Technology & Innovation, Energy & Infrastructure, Finance, and Life Sciences & HealthTech sectors. Operating in 25+ markets, the firm advises leading companies and disruptors on transactions, litigation, and compliance. In Life Sciences & HealthTech, Orrick helps clients protect innovations, secure investment, and scale new therapies and technologies.

Advancing Research for Better Care

Baylor Scott & White Research Institute (BSWRI) is the research and development arm of the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas. BSWRI delivers the infrastructure and resources essential to conducting safe, effective research across a wide range of specialties.

 

Transforming Healthcare Challenges into Opportunities

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax, and assurance firm with a coast-to-coast and global presence. Baker Tilly US, LLP is a licensed CPA firm providing attest services, while Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP and its subsidiaries deliver tax and business advisory services. The firm helps organizations succeed today and plan for tomorrow through a coordinated approach that spans all facets of the healthcare ecosystem.

Navigating Complexity, Delivering Biotech Innovation

VaLogic Bio provides specialized advisory, compliance, software, and laboratory services to life science and biotech companies. The firm helps organizations navigate regulatory requirements, streamline operations, and drive innovation, delivering strategic guidance, advanced solutions, and certification support to achieve operational excellence.

Special Thank You To Our iC³ Sponsors

iC³: Innovation = Capital x Collaboration x Commercialization

Dates

Tuesday, September 16: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Wednesday, September 17: 8:00am - 3:30pm

Location

Hilton Anatole

2201 N Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207

If you have any questions about the Summit, please reach out to Jacqueline Ho at jho@biontx.org.

Stay Close to the Action: Hotel Options Near the 2025 iC³ Summit

A variety of hotels near the Hilton Anatole offer convenient access to the venue, making it easy to fully participate in all sessions, and networking opportunities at the 2025 iC³ Summit. Staying nearby allows you to maximize your time at the event, and move seamlessly between activities.

 

Being close to the venue also gives you the opportunity to enjoy the vibrant culture, dining, and attractions that Dallas has to offer, making your Summit experience both productive and memorable.

September 9, 2025

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