Call for Speakers

Share Your Expertise with the BioPharmaceutical Manufacturing Community

CDMO Live invites industry experts to submit speaking proposals for our expanded programme featuring three dedicated theatres.

Why Speak at CDMO Live?

Showcase your expertise to pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing leaders
Connect with potential partners through our PartnerMatch platform
Shape industry conversation on outsourcing excellence and manufacturing innovation
Full event access with complimentary tickets to the entire conference
Global reach through session recordings shared via PharmaSource platform

CDMO Live 2026 Theatres + Topics

Strategy Conference

The main stage for senior external manufacturing leaders featuring panels, case studies and our acclaimed Outsourcing Excellence roundtables.

Topics include:

CDMO market trends, impacts and opportunities
Building resilient manufacturing networks and supply security
Optimising CDMO selection and partnership models
Innovative contract and pricing approaches
Global vs. regional network optimization strategies
Digital integration across external operations
Sustainability and reducing Scope 3 emissions
External Quality oversight and governance best practices
Risk-based approaches to supplier quality management
Regulatory strategy for externally manufactured products

Technical Innovation Stage

A showcase for subject matter experts sharing case studies that demonstrate breakthrough technologies and methodologies.

Topics include:

Continuous manufacturing implementation and process intensification
Advanced formulation technologies and drug delivery systems
Manufacturing solutions for complex modalities (ADCs, radiopharmaceuticals)
Sterile manufacturing innovations and aseptic processing
Cell and gene therapy production platforms
Analytical method development and technology transfer
Sustainable manufacturing and green chemistry approaches
Audit effectiveness and performance metrics
Quality by design in tech transfer processes

Biotech CMC Catalyst

New dedicated track and content programme for early-stage biotechs who face critical manufacturing decisions and investment milestones.

Topics include:

Showcase your Innovation – Lightning talks by therapeutic modality with VC and Big Pharma feedback on manufacturing plans
From Science to Series B – Biotech CEO panels sharing critical manufacturing decisions that enabled clinical and fundraising success
Biotech CMC Bootcamp – Practical workshops covering acceleration strategies, investment-ready manufacturing plans, and resource optimisation
Manufacturing War Room – Interactive problem-solving addressing real manufacturing challenges
Scale-up journeys from preclinical to commercial
Resource-efficient outsourcing for clinical programmes

Application Guidelines

Early submission encouraged: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

Exclusivity requirement: Speakers should not share the same material in other major pharma outsourcing events in Europe during the same year

Content ownership: CDMO Live retains rights to recorded content for distribution

Please note: While speaking slots include complimentary event access, speakers are responsible for their own travel and accommodation

Ready to Share Your Expertise?
Submit your proposal today by completing our online application form. Our content team reviews all submissions and will contact you if your proposal is selected.