T2B Monthly | October 2025

Hi!

Michelle came back from our recent Q3 San Diego meetup describing it as a "warm hug" from the community. I couldn't agree more. I think most of us could use a warm hug these days.

I hope you'll come out for our final round of networking mixers this quarter in Boston (Nov. 12th @ Third Rock), NYC (Nov. 13th @ Cure), London (Nov. 18th @ Rondo, near Jefferies), San Francisco (Dec. 3rd @ Astellas), and San Diego (also Dec. 3rd @ Punch Bowl Social).

And we have a TON of virtual programming to support year-end activities, including our third annual(!) pre-JPM press panel.

Happy Friday and Happy Halloween, too!

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🗓️ T2B programming snapshot

» Leadership Lab Masterclass: Introverted and Influential | Wednesday, November 5th @ 12-1 p.m. ET

This workshop led by leadership coach Laurie Bohn offers practical strategies for introverts who want to strengthen their visibility and presence, and for extroverts seeking to better understand and collaborate with introverted colleagues.

Free and exclusive to T2B Pro and Student members (Basic members not permitted). Register here.

» MassBio Patient Advocacy Summit | Thursday, November 6th @ 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ET

An inspiring and empowering event that celebrates the unwavering strength and resilience of patients, caregivers, and advocates who continue to stand for justice, healing, and hope—even under pressure.

Free tickets available exclusively for T2B Pro and Student members. Reply to this email by Monday, November 3rd, to claim your ticket.

» T2Bmeet @ Boston | Third Rock Ventures | Wednesday, November 12th @ 4:30-7 p.m. ET

Join us at Third Rock Ventures’ Fenway bistro space for networking, snacks, and good company.

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | $50 for Basic. Register here.

» Fullintel Partnered Seminar: From Crisis Response to AI-Supported Crisis Prevention | Thursday, November 13th @ 1-1:30 p.m. ET

Join T2B and Fullintel, a T2B Pro Perks partner, for a 30-minute session on using AI to anticipate and prevent crises before they happen.

Free for all T2B members. Register here.

» T2Bmeet @ NYC | Cure. | Thursday, November 13th @ 5-7 p.m. ET

Connect with life science communicators and healthcare innovators at Cure in NYC, co-hosted alongside the Cure X Factor Healthcare Innovation Summit. Receive a 50% discount on full Summit access by clicking HERE and using code T2B.

Reception is complimentary for all T2B members (free to join T2B as a Basic member). Register here.

» T2BMeet @ Jefferies | Tuesday, November 18th @ 4:30-7 p.m. GMT

Whether you’re local to London or in town for the conference, join fellow biopharma communicators at Rondo for our first networking meetup at Jefferies.

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | £50 for Basic. Register here.

» November Comm Convo: Defining “Corporate Affairs” in a Crowded Space | Thursday, November 20th @ 12-1 p.m. ET

Explore how leading communicators define the scope and value of corporate affairs amid overlapping functions across biopharma.

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | $40 for Basic. Register here.

» Third Annual Pre-JPM Press Pass Panel, December 2nd @ 12-1 p.m. ET

Featuring CNBC's ​Annika Kim Constantino! We'll explore journalists' intended focus areas at JPM '26, the trends that will pique their interest for next year, and the sources and expertise they're looking for.

Free and exclusive to T2B Pro and Student members (Basic members not permitted). Register here.

» T2Bmeet @ San Francisco | Astellas | Wednesday, December 3rd @ 4:30-7 p.m. PT

Close out the year with fellow biopharma communicators at Astellas’ South San Francisco office. We’re also partnering with Life Science Cares for an optional onsite give-back activity!

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | $50 for Basic. Register here.

» T2Bmeet @ San Diego | Punch Bowl Social | Wednesday, December 3rd @ 5-7 p.m. PT

Join us at Punch Bowl Social for our final SoCal meetup of the year. Light apps provided, buy your own drink.

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | $30 for Basic. Register here.

» JPM Community Giveback | Sunday, January 11th @ 2-4 p.m. PT

Help us kick off JPM week by giving back to the community. Join fellow T2B members and Life Science Cares to assemble winter hygiene kits for Larkin Street Youth Services.

$30 per person. Register here.

» T2Bmeet @ JPM 2026 | Monday, January 12th @ 4:30-7 p.m. PT

Take a break from all the meetings and decompress with fellow biopharma communicators at FleishmanHillard for our third annual T2Bmeet @ JPM.

Complimentary for Pro and Student members | $50 for Basic. Register here.

» The T2B Commons @ JPM 2026 | Open Monday, January 12th - Wednesday, January 14th

A dedicated space for Pro members to recharge, catch up on work, and hold informal meetings during the JPM week buzz.

Complimentary cafe space open exclusively to Pro and Student members | First-come, first-served. More info here.

📣 Digital & Social Media Roundtable applications close THIS MONDAY

Final call for applications to join our newest roundtable, focused on digital and social media, and led by Alex Nicholson, Senior Director, Digital Strategy, AstraZeneca and Alexion. This member-led group will focus on the realities of running web and social in biopharma: navigating compliance, building credible visibility, and pressure-testing what actually works. Five seats only, open to T2B Pro members with hands-on digital or social responsibility.

Apply by Monday, November 3rd, here.

🎓 Q4 Introverted and Influential Masterclass – next Wednesday

Our final masterclass of the year, Introverted and Influential – Strategies for Visibility and Presence, will be led by leadership coach Laurie Bohn. Designed for both introverts and extroverts, this session offers practical tools to boost confidence, strengthen communication, and show up authentically.

Wednesday, November 5th, @ 12 p.m. ET. Free and exclusive to Pro and Student members only. Register here.

🤝 T2B @ JPM 2026

We’re expanding our presence at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference this year, including our new T2B Commons, a Pro members-only workspace just steps from Union Square. The Commons at Yes SF on 220 Montgomery St., and is your spot to catch up on work, meet friends for coffee, and relax between meetings. Consider going Pro to take advantage of this private cafe space.
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📅 Monday, January 12th
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📅 Tuesday, January 13th
​ 🕦 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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📅 Wednesday, January 14th
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And before the week begins, join us for the T2B Giveback Event on Sunday, January 11th, from 2-4 p.m. PT. We’re partnering with Life Science Cares to assemble winter kits for Larkin Street Youth Services. Then, connect with fellow communicators at our third annual(!) T2Bmeet @ JPM reception on Monday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. PT, hosted by FleishmanHillard.

🥂 Q4 biopharma networking mixers

We’re wrapping up the year with meetups on two continents: Boston (Nov. 12th @ Third Rock), NYC (Nov. 13th @ Cure), London (Nov. 18th @ Rondo, near Jefferies), San Francisco (Dec. 3rd @ Astellas), and San Diego (also Dec. 3rd @ Punch Bowl Social). Join us to reconnect with fellow biopharma communicators, swap stories, and toast the end of 2025 together.

Follow the above links for details and to RSVP.

💡 Fullintel Partnered Seminar announced - AI-Supported Crisis Prevention

Our final Fullintel seminar of the year offers tips for how to use AI to help prevent a crisis before it hits. Join us for a conversation with Fullintel’s Angela Dwyer and James Rubec about how AI can help communicators detect risks early, map issue patterns, and prevent problems before they escalate. Fullintel is a T2B Pro Perks partner.

Thursday, November 13th, @ 1-1:30 p.m. ET. Register here.

🧠 Roundtable monthly resources

Our Roundtables are constantly at work developing playbooks and practical tools to cover key areas of biopharma communications. This month’s resources span culture, investor relations, and media.

• Culture Connect: Glassdoor 101 for Biopharma Communicators — Why Glassdoor deserves a place in your channel mix, and how Comms and HR can partner to shape a dynamic, responsive presence.
• IR Roundtable: Sneakers, Snacks, and Surviving THE Event — A candid JPM survival guide collected from our members, with well-earned advice.
• Media Minds: Biopharma Beats Bulletin: Spotlight on Anjalee Khemlani — Insights from the former Yahoo Finance senior health reporter on what makes a biotech story stand out, and why clarity always wins.

💬 October Comm Convo recap: The Biopharma Communications Expertise Paradox

Our October Comm Convo tackled what it means to be an “expert” in biopharma communications, and how to balance breadth, depth, and constant reinvention in a fast-changing field. The conversation covered everything from mastering the politics behind the science to building credibility with curiosity, rather than knowledge.

One attendee summed it up perfectly: “That discussion helped keep me excited about what we do!”

👉 View our top 10 takeaways here, and watch the replay here.

💬 Seen on social

A recent post from Link in Bio newsletter author Rachel Karten breaks down the five types of shareable posts with unusual clarity: The Gift, The Mirror, The Idea, The Gossip, and The Mood.

We’ve never seen social post types characterized so clearly before, and find it a useful lens for editorial planning, campaign design, and broader digital strategy. (Or just for creating personal LinkedIn posts that resonate with more people!)

A timely reminder, as our new Digital & Social Media Roundtable applications close on Monday!

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