November 2, 2026

1:00 PM EST

The Commission on Government Efficiency (COGE) is hosting a webinar about the five ballot props (nyc.gov/fast) that will be on the November ballot. On this webinar, community organizations and stakeholders will have the chance to hear from the Commission about the proposals and ask questions.
The 5 props will be:
1. Save small businesses time and money by making it easier to open outdoor dining and build accessible ramps
2. Speed up City contracting so small businesses and nonprofits can deliver services more quickly
3. Fast-track street safety projects
4. Simplify construction permitting to speed up housing
5. Set a target for the City’s rainy day savings to strengthen our fiscal stability

November 3, 2026

3:00 PM EST

From concept to commercialization, this deep dive reveals the challenges that stall medtech startups and how to overcome them.

November 4, 2026

The SOSV Climate Tech Summit has grown into something bigger: three days, each with its own theme: Climate Tech on 11/4, Human Health on 11/5, and AI for the Physical World on 11/6. The speaker list includes CRISPR co-inventor Jennifer Doudna, Harvard geneticist David Sinclair, insitro’s Daphne Koller, and Synchron’s Thomas Oxley, across a run of panels, breakout sessions, and live AMAs. Whether you’re building in deep tech or just want to hear where the field is going, it’s virtual and free to register.

November 5, 2026

8:00 AM EST

After selling out last year’s 2nd annual event, Mount Sinai BioDesign’s symposium returns to the New York Academy of Medicine for two days of keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions on the surgical, clinical, and commercial translation of brain-computer interfaces. Clinicians, researchers, engineers, investors, regulators, and patient advocates will all be in the room, with a networking reception closing out day one. The night before, a separately ticketed mixer with Neurotech Futures and NeuroNYC kicks things off. If you’re working in neurotech or just BCI-curious, this is a can’t-miss event!

November 5, 2026

5:00 PM EST

Registration to open closer to event date.
NewYorkBIO’s Finance Networking Reception is an event at RSM in Times Square for members and invited guests.
Step into the center of New York’s life science finance community for an evening of strategic connections and conversation. Hosted by RSM in Times Square, the NewYorkBIO Finance Networking Reception offers a curated forum for investors, venture partners, and executives from leading life science and bioscience companies to exchange insights, explore collaborations, and strengthen relationships driving innovation and growth across the ecosystem.
This invite-only gathering is designed to foster meaningful dialogue between capital and discovery.
Attendance is limited to investors and life science R&D or bioscience company leaders.

November 5, 2026

5:30 PM EST

Meet like-minded individuals who are actively shaping the health tech landscape.
​Share experiences, discuss challenges, and explore potential solutions with fellow founders.
​Learn from the journeys of other entrepreneurs, discover something new, seek advice, and perhaps find the mentor or partner you’ve been looking for.

Who should attend:
​Digital Health Founders at various stages of their startup journey.
​Healthcare Professionals who are passionate about health innovation.
​Investors looking to make impactful contributions to the digital health and medtech spaces.

Priority will be given to MedTech experts, device founders, bioengineers, clinicians, and specialized investors.

Want to Showcase Your Medical Device Live?
If you are building a medical device or physical HealthTech product, we have live demo spots available to feature your innovation in front of NYC investors, healthcare leaders, and potential partners.

November 9, 2026

1:00 PM EST

Join NewYorkBIO for an afternoon dedicated to elevating early-stage innovation in life sciences. Our Mini Pitch Dayshowcases a select group of emerging biotech and life science companies presenting to a panel of seasoned investors, advisors, and industry experts for real-time feedback and mentorship.
Whether you are an entrepreneur, investor, or ecosystem partner, this is your chance to learn what makes an effective pitch, gain insight into investor perspectives, and connect with New York’s dynamic biotech community.
Please note: This Registration is for attendees only. Presenting companies have been pre-selected.
The afternoon concludes with a networking reception where conversation and collaboration continue over drinks and light bites.

November 10, 2026

3:00 PM EST

Discuss the process and timing of product reimbursement during a startup’s strategic planning and the importance of implementing a reimbursement plan.

November 10, 2026

1:00 PM EST

​Rewriting Women’s Health spotlights the science, technology, and investment needed to close gaps in chronic conditions that differently and disproportionately affect women. For this inaugural summit, we are focusing on cardiovascular, autoimmune and neurological diseases. Researchers and innovators will discuss emerging technologies and innovations and how insights are being applied. Join fellow leaders across biotech, health tech, academia, clinical innovation and venture capital as we highlight NYC-based innovations in women’s health.