BioArbor Life Science Forum
A premier networking & education series for life science professionals
Join MichBio and Ann Arbor SPARK for an evening of insightful discussion, networking, and industry connections at the heart of Michigan’s life sciences community.
Dialing for $: Leveraging the MIF to Spur Innovation
What happens when capital meets opportunity? Hear directly from the funds selected as recipients of the new Michigan Innovation Fund (MIF) as they reveal how they plan to deploy this catalytic investment into early-stage companies. This candid conversation will pull back the curtain on how investors evaluate pitches, structure partnerships, and shape the next generation of Michigan-born innovation. Expect straight talk, sharp insights, and maybe a few surprises about what it takes to win early-stage funding in today’s competitive life sciences and tech landscape.
Wed., Oct. 15, 2025 | 5:00-7:00 PM
Plymouth Green Innovation Community
Kiva Conference Center
3600 Green Ct., Ann Arbor
Speakers
- Prem Bodagala, SVP and Director, ID Ventures
- Mike Flanagan, Vice President, Ann Arbor SPARK & Managing Director, Michigan Angel Fund
- Steve Haakenson, Executive Director, Biosciences Research & Commercialization Center
- Matt Okoneski, Director, Venture Investments, Red Cedar Ventures
- Mike Psarouthakis, Executive Director, Impact Investments & Strategic Alliances, Innovation Partnerships, University of Michigan
Why Attend?
- Expand Your Network: Connect with innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders in biotech, pharma, medtech, and health tech.
- Gain Expert Insights: Learn strategies to adapt and thrive in your industry.
- Be Part of the Community: Support Ann Arbor’s dynamic life sciences ecosystem.
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