SA Insights: Geopolitical SOS

Join MTPConnect SA Director Dana Bell, for a fireside chat and networking evening on the hot topic ‘Geopolitical SOS: Global realignment is redefining risk and opportunity for South Australia’s life sciences sector.

We’re living through a period of profound global realignment, where politics, economics, and innovation are more intertwined than ever.

For South Australia’s life sciences and innovation ecosystem, these shifts present both risk and opportunity.

Geopolitical SOS creates space to step back from the day-to-day and engage with the bigger picture, unpack global trends, share perspectives, and identify where we can lean in. This is not about reacting to crisis, it’s about building strategic advantage in a world that won’t stand still.

Grounded locally. Thinking globally.

Join the discussion with an esteemed panel who will share their insights and significant global experience in Asia, Europe, Middle East, United States and more!

Panellists: 

• Holly Butler | Former Trade Commissioner to Southeast Asia
• Marco Baccanti | Global Life Sciences Executive – Industry, Investment and Economic Development
• Shu Lam | Chief Business Development Officer, CMAX Clinical Research
• Tim White | Executive Director, Trade and International, Department of State Development

Networking opportunities:

This event provides an opportunity to connect, collaborate and learn. Light refreshments will be provided following the conclusion of the conversation at 6.30 pm and attendees are welcome to stay and network.

Who should attend:
Researchers, clinicians, entrepreneurs, founders, industry professionals, commercialisation professionals, students, policy makers, start-ups, service providers, and innovators.

When: Thursday 30 April, 5:30pm-7:30pm ACST

Where: Adelaide Health and Medical Sciences Building (AHMS) G030