About the Event
The Creative Disruption Forum is a high-level, interactive gathering built for executive leaders, oncology researchers, start-up founders, and biotech investors.
Designed specifically to address the unique challenges faced by early-stage and growing oncology SMEs, this forum moves beyond standard industry panels. We bring together key decision-makers to challenge legacy models, explore novel therapeutic and diagnostic pipelines, and unlock new avenues for venture capital and strategic partnerships.
Set against the backdrop of ARC West London—Hammersmith’s premier ecosystem for science and innovation—this event provides an intimate platform to network with decision-makers who are actively reshaping the cancer care landscape.
Why Attend?
Actionable Business Intelligence: Discover new approaches to IP strategy, regulatory pathways, and non-dilutive funding tailored to oncology biotechs.
Cross-Sector Collaboration: Connect directly with pharma executives, academic pioneers, and venture capitalists actively seeking investment-ready SME partnerships.
Cutting-Edge Research Highlights: Explore disruptive technologies—from AI-driven drug discovery to targeted immunotherapies—that are accelerating clinical pipelines.
Summary Agenda
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Registration & Morning Networking
Welcome coffee and informal introductions at the ARC West London Hub.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM | Opening Remarks: Disrupting Oncology Innovation
Setting the stage for how SMEs can lead the next wave of oncology breakthroughs.
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Keynote Panel: Bridging the Gap Between Lab & Market
Industry leaders unpack the friction points between academic discovery, startup formation, and scalable commercial viability.
11:45 PM – 12:10 PM | Coffee & Refreshments Break
Fast-paced spotlight presentations from high-growth oncology ventures pushing the boundaries of diagnostics and therapeutics.
12:10 PM – 1:00 PM | Keynote Panel on Funding High Growth Oncology Ventures with success stories
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM | Boots on the Ground - feedback from SME & Start-up Company CEOs
1:45 PM – 2:45 PM | Networking Lunch
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Workshop Discussions on key talking points from earlier sessions
3:45 PM – 4:30 PM | Workshop Closing Synthesis & Expert Summary
Key takeaways and actionable strategies for sector leaders.
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Drinks Reception & Partner Networking
Unwind and build lasting partnerships with colleagues across the biotech and life sciences ecosystem.
Venue Location: ARC West London in Hammersmith
Situated in the heart of West London’s life sciences cluster, ARC West London provides state-of-the-art laboratory space, flexible innovation hubs, and an ideal environment for scientific discovery and commercial growth.
Secure Your Place
Space is limited to ensure high-value networking and interactive discussion.
Heart of Life Science Innovation at #CreativeDisruption Forum
Each #CreativeDisruption Forum centres on open dialogue, expert insight and interactive discussions, guided by our resident thought leader, Prof. Tony Sedgwick.
This event is also being shapped with Deborah Spencer of ARC West London, who is implicitly involved with the development of content.
Participants can expect:
• Exchange ideas with peers facing similar strategic and operational issues,
• Gain practical insights from experienced founders and executives,
• Explore actionable approaches to commercialisation and growth,
• Strengthen their professional networks across the UK life sciences community.
The Forum provides a trusted environment to discuss challenges openly, share lessons learned, and explore new ways of driving innovation.
We promise that our #CreativeDisruption Forum will be like no other life sciences event or business network you have experienced. You will be walking out of the session inspired, educated and more connected.
ADMISSION FEE for Service Companies such as CROs, CDMOs, Law Firms and Patent Attorneys, Consultancy Firms = £120 - ALL-INCLUSIVE
ADMISSION FEE for Innovative Emerging Life Science Companies and Independent Consultants = £60
Investors can apply for free entry by writing to [email protected].
If you want to get involved in the programme please contact Graham Combe at [email protected]
