Events

Goodwin Pharma Services Symposium

October 20, 2026–October 21, 2026

Summary

Pharma services has become one of the most active sectors for private capital investment across healthcare and life sciences. From clinical development and manufacturing to commercialization and patient access, companies across the sector are attracting significant investor interest as pharmaceutical companies continue to outsource critical functions and seek specialized partners.

To explore the trends shaping the market, Goodwin is bringing together investors, operators, pharmaceutical services executives, investment bankers, and advisors for the inaugural Goodwin Pharma Services Symposium.

The symposium will begin with an evening reception on October 20 and continue with a full day of programming on October 21 in Boston.

Program Highlights

Time Details

The Rise of Pharma Services as an Asset Class

Market trends, investment activity, capital formation, and the future of the sector.

Pharma Services M&A: From Platform Building to the Exit

M&A activity, consolidation, platform strategies, valuations, and exit opportunities.

Building & Scaling the Next Generation of Pharma Services Companies

Manufacturing, supply chain, operational excellence, and growth across CDMOs, CROs, and pharma services platforms.

Keynote Lunch: The Future of Pharma Services

A senior industry perspective on the forces shaping the future of pharma services.

Navigating Growth in an Increasingly Complex Market

Regulatory, compliance, FDA, commercialization, and operational considerations affecting growth and investment decisions.

AI & Digital Transformation in Pharma Services

How AI, data, and technology are changing operations, business models, and competitive advantage across the industry.

Closing Remarks

In addition to the formal program, the symposium will feature dedicated opportunities to connect with investors, operators, pharmaceutical services companies, and strategic partners from across the industry.

Beyond the panels and presentations, the symposium is designed to bring together the people building, investing in, and advising the next generation of pharma services companies.

Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues who would benefit from joining the conversation.

We hope you'll join us in Boston for a day of meaningful conversations and connections across the pharma services ecosystem.