Big Pharma Access for BC Ecosystem

Simon coordinates InvestBC Life Sciences subgroup events, bringing major pharmaceutical companies to Vancouver for engagement with BC's AI and biotech communities.

Partners Include:

• Merck – Pharmaceutical giant
• Novartis – Global healthcare
• Pfizer – Vaccine and drug development
• Johnson & Johnson – Diversified healthcare

What This Creates:

• Access for entire BC community to pharmaceutical industry perspective
• Everyone can ask questions and learn from industry leaders
• Intelligence sharing beyond what most communities can access
• Democratized knowledge about pharmaceutical transformation
• Partnership and collaboration opportunities

Event Format:

• Industry representatives present on AI initiatives
• Panel discussions and Q&A
• Networking and relationship building
• Follow-up collaboration exploration

The Volunteer Reality

Simon is not paid by InvestBC. He coordinates these events because he believes BC's AI community should have pharmaceutical industry access.