Pre-Conference Workshop Day
Tuesday, May 28 2024
WORKSHOP A | 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Financial Planning: Informing Purchases, Asset Management & Space Planning for Long-Term Success
Synopsis
- Join this informative deep dive session to improve financial planning for the short-term and long-term to optimize the cost-effectiveness of your lab
- Address the possibility of lab expansion while ensuring budget is followed to prioritize research success
- Explore ways to optimize your approach within budget to improve your procurement strategy while maintaining current asset inventory
Lunch | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
WORKSHOP B | 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Project Management for Lab Ops
Synopsis
- Creating clearer understanding as mid-size biotechs look to grow and expand, standards for project management need to robust
- Ensuring clear communication to the entire team. Combining varying roles and their perspectives to shed light on the persisting gaps within lab operations roles
- See trialled and tested models for project efficiency and allowing smooth delivery of change
Afternoon Break | 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
CAREERS EVENING | 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Synopsis
We understand the importance of shaping the career progression opportunities for lab operational executives. This
careers evening is built to help you and your peers to understand career opportunities, secure mentors and strengthen
your resume.
Supporting the Early Stages of the Lab Operations Community
Synopsis
- Discussing what makes a successful lab operations individual to ensure ultimate success in the role
- Promoting more diversity and inclusion while hiring your teams, ensuring a breadth of background and expertise
- Defining industry needs for the lab operations role while providing consistent training and space for learning
Advocating For Yourself in The Lab Operations Field: Creating Standardization for Yourself During Your Career
Synopsis
- Discovering career path opportunities and where to implement the multitude of transferable skills collected along the way
- Creating clear understanding of role expectations, where to receive help and advice, and compensation insight
- Discussing tips and tricks to easing day to day task lists
Networking Session – Meet a Mentor
Synopsis
Take this unmissable opportunity to gain knowledge from experts in the lab operations space on how to develop your skills, boost your industry confidence, exceed your managers’ expectations, and further progress your career. Ask questions, engage in new conversation, and learn from the best!