As part of Arizona’s growing life sciences momentum, Venture Café Phoenix is partnering with Nucleate Arizona to bring together students, founders, researchers, and ecosystem leaders for an evening focused on the future of biotech innovation.
Nucleate is a global 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers the next generation of biotech founders by educating today’s academic trainees.
The program will feature an overview of Nucleate’s global and local initiatives, highlighting how student-led innovation is being translated from academic research into venture-ready startups. By equipping early-stage talent with open access to education, mentorship, and a global network, Nucleate is helping de-risk and empower the next generation of biotech founders and build Arizona’s ecosystem.
The evening will culminate in a panel discussion exploring how student talent plays a critical role in building a thriving biotech hub. Speakers from across academia, industry, and government will share perspectives on why investing in students today is essential to achieving Arizona’s long-term vision for growth, collaboration, and economic impact.
In Collaboration With: Nucleate
Sponsored by: CEI
This LEGO® Serious Play® workshop is designed for business leaders seeking innovative decision-making approaches through hands-on building and storytelling. The neuroscience-based method combines analytical thinking with intuition, using 3D models and metaphors to help participants discover authentic solutions during pivotal organizational moments. You'll build models representing your challenges, share stories through your creations, and connect with fellow participants in new ways. This immersive experience unlocks innovation and hidden insights by tapping into knowledge you didn't know you had. No special skills required—just bring curiosity and experience how simple bricks can unlock extraordinary ideas through serious fun.
In the high-stakes environment of a startup, hiring is one of the most significant wildcards. Bring someone in too early, and you burn precious runway; wait too long, and you risk burnout or missed market opportunities. Even once you commit to growing the team, the questions only get tougher: Do you need a "doer" or a "strategist"? A scrappy generalist or a seasoned specialist?
In Partnership with Evolution Accelerator
Arrive early to Venture Café Phoenix for your chance to connect with Brian Burt, Partner and Chair of Emerging Business Group at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. , during Mentor Hours. Meetings begin at 4:30pm and run in 15-minute slots.
Please note: Mentor Hours are first come first served and must be done on-site at the event. A sign-up sheet will be located at the room where the mentor is stationed, so be sure to stop by early to secure your spot.
Arrive early to Venture Café Phoenix for your chance to connect with David Feather, Owner of David Feather Magic, an expert in Neuro-Emotional Engagement and Strategic Brand Alignment. Come gain insights on how to stop "pushing" your message and start pulling high-value partners into your brand’s orbit.
This Global Innovation Gathering (GIG) session features Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) fellows - visiting international entrepreneurs from across Latin America and the Caribbean - brought to Phoenix by the Global Ties Arizona team. They're building in cleantech, edtech, cultural enterprise, sustainable infrastructure, and more. This is a rare moment to hear directly from founders shaping the next generation of innovation across the Americas, and to find your next connection across borders.
In Partnership with AZ Collab
The program will spotlight Nucleate's work at both the global and local levels, showcasing how it turns student-driven ideas into startup-ready ventures. Through accessible education, mentorship, and a worldwide network, Nucleate empowers the next wave of biotech founders while strengthening Arizona's growing ecosystem.
In collaboration with: Nucleate
Sponsored by CEI
The event will close with a panel discussion featuring voices from academia, industry, and government, all united around a common theme: students are the foundation of Arizona's biotech future. Panelists will make the case for why nurturing student talent now is key to driving long-term innovation, partnership, and economic growth across the state
In collaboration with: Nucleate
Sponsored by CEI
As part of Arizona’s growing life sciences momentum, Venture Café Phoenix is partnering with Nucleate Arizona to bring together students, founders, researchers, and ecosystem leaders for an evening focused on the future of biotech innovation.
Nucleate is a global 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that empowers the next generation of biotech founders by educating today’s academic trainees.
The program will feature an overview of Nucleate’s global and local initiatives, highlighting how student-led innovation is being translated from academic research into venture-ready startups. By equipping early-stage talent with open access to education, mentorship, and a global network, Nucleate is helping de-risk and empower the next generation of biotech founders and build Arizona’s ecosystem.
The evening will culminate in a panel discussion exploring how student talent plays a critical role in building a thriving biotech hub. Speakers from across academia, industry, and government will share perspectives on why investing in students today is essential to achieving Arizona’s long-term vision for growth, collaboration, and economic impact.
In Collaboration With: Nucleate
Sponsored by: CEI
This LEGO® Serious Play® workshop is designed for business leaders seeking innovative decision-making approaches through hands-on building and storytelling. The neuroscience-based method combines analytical thinking with intuition, using 3D models and metaphors to help participants discover authentic solutions during pivotal organizational moments. You'll build models representing your challenges, share stories through your creations, and connect with fellow participants in new ways. This immersive experience unlocks innovation and hidden insights by tapping into knowledge you didn't know you had. No special skills required—just bring curiosity and experience how simple bricks can unlock extraordinary ideas through serious fun.
In the high-stakes environment of a startup, hiring is one of the most significant wildcards. Bring someone in too early, and you burn precious runway; wait too long, and you risk burnout or missed market opportunities. Even once you commit to growing the team, the questions only get tougher: Do you need a "doer" or a "strategist"? A scrappy generalist or a seasoned specialist?
In Partnership with Evolution Accelerator
Arrive early to Venture Café Phoenix for your chance to connect with Brian Burt, Partner and Chair of Emerging Business Group at Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. , during Mentor Hours. Meetings begin at 4:30pm and run in 15-minute slots.
Please note: Mentor Hours are first come first served and must be done on-site at the event. A sign-up sheet will be located at the room where the mentor is stationed, so be sure to stop by early to secure your spot.
Arrive early to Venture Café Phoenix for your chance to connect with David Feather, Owner of David Feather Magic, an expert in Neuro-Emotional Engagement and Strategic Brand Alignment. Come gain insights on how to stop "pushing" your message and start pulling high-value partners into your brand’s orbit.
This Global Innovation Gathering (GIG) session features Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) fellows - visiting international entrepreneurs from across Latin America and the Caribbean - brought to Phoenix by the Global Ties Arizona team. They're building in cleantech, edtech, cultural enterprise, sustainable infrastructure, and more. This is a rare moment to hear directly from founders shaping the next generation of innovation across the Americas, and to find your next connection across borders.
In Partnership with AZ Collab
The program will spotlight Nucleate's work at both the global and local levels, showcasing how it turns student-driven ideas into startup-ready ventures. Through accessible education, mentorship, and a worldwide network, Nucleate empowers the next wave of biotech founders while strengthening Arizona's growing ecosystem.
In collaboration with: Nucleate
Sponsored by CEI
The event will close with a panel discussion featuring voices from academia, industry, and government, all united around a common theme: students are the foundation of Arizona's biotech future. Panelists will make the case for why nurturing student talent now is key to driving long-term innovation, partnership, and economic growth across the state
In collaboration with: Nucleate
Sponsored by CEI