Pharma & Life Sciences
AURP International Conference 2026
The 2026 AURP International Conference is focused on research parks and innovation districts, bringing together AURP members and global innovation leaders for executive-level dialogue, networking, and learning experiences. It highlights strategic investment, partnerships, and leadership in innovation ecosystems, particularly in life sciences.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 29 September 2026 to 1 October 2026
- Organiser
- AURP
- Expected attendance
- 307
- Industry
- Pharma & Life Sciences
Public discussion
What people are saying
Official hashtag #AURP2026
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Conference Travel & Tourism Pegasus Park, Dallas, Texas Sep 29 - Oct 1, 2026 In-person
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- AI
- Risk
- Transportation
- Design
- Talent
- Energy
- Technology
- Manufacturing
- Health
- Procurement
- Marketing
- Medical
On stage
Speakers
- Marcel JohnsonPort San Antonio
- Siva VanapaliCEO and Co-Founder, NemaLife
- Kara HillDirector of Strategic Projects, Port San Antonio
- Scott SnyderUniversity of North Dakota
- Michelle DuquetteFounder
- Bart BohnHead of US Accelerator, Starburst
- Lukas OberhoferManaging Director, Starburst USA
- Harold StrongSenior Advisor, Starburst
- Blake SaboPerkins and Will
- Thomas SadowskiExecutive Director, Maryland Economic Development Corporation (MEDCO)
- Brian DarmodyChief Strategy Officer, AURP
- Mark BrusoSenior Research Director, JLL
- Spencer LevyCBRE
- Beth BowmanGreater Irving-Las Colinas, Chamber of Commerce
- Tracy ShickelAssociate Vice President, Corporate Engagement, University of Delaware
- Kavan O’ConnorMIT Sloan School of Business, REAP Program
- Allen TeoJTC, One North Science Park, Singapore Government
- Hugh ForrestChief Executive Officer, Gather and Grow
- Larry PetersonExecutive Director, Texas Foundation for Innovative Communities
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
SpringHill Suites Dallas Downtown/West End
1907 North Lamar Street, Dallas
Crowne Plaza
1015 Elm Street, Dallas
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dallas Downtown
The Westin Dallas Downtown
1201 Main Street, Dallas
Fairmont Hotel
W Dallas - Victory
2440 Victory Park Lane, Dallas
Thompson Dallas
Holiday Inn Express Dallas Downtown
302 South Houston Street, Dallas
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