INTERPHEX On the Ground – North Carolina
in partnership with FUJIFILM Biotechnologies and NCBiotech
On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, INTERPHEX is hosting an immersive experience designed for pharmaceutical and biotechnology professionals with the help of partners FUJIFILM Biotechnologies and NCBiotech. This complimentary event offers a unique opportunity to gain direct insights into the region's thriving life sciences ecosystem through expert-led sessions, an exclusive facility tour, and high-level networking.
Event Highlights
Exclusive Access
Tour Fujifilm’s new cell culture manufacturing facility in Holly Springs.
Expert Sessions
Learn about the future of drug development, supply chain certainty, and automation in therapeutic innovation.
Networking
Connect with peers over breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Agenda Overview*
| TIME | SESSION |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM |
Networking Breakfast at NC Biotech
|
| 9:00 AM |
Session: The Pharma & Biotech Ecosystem in NC
|
| 10:15 AM |
Guided Tour Shuttle Ride to Fujifilm**
|
| 11:00 AM |
Arrival & Welcome at Fujifilm
|
| 11:45 AM |
Lunch at Fujifilm
|
| 12:30 PM |
Exclusive Fujifilm Spine Tour
|
| 1:30 PM |
Session: Ensuring Supply Certainty
|
| 3:30 PM |
Beyond Efficiency: Automation’s Role in Therapeutic Innovation
|
| 5:00 PM |
Networking Reception
|
*Agenda is subject to change
**Round trip transportation will be provided to and from Fujifilm's facility
Content Overview
9:00 AM Session:
The Pharma &
Biotech Ecosystem
North Carolina’s unique life sciences ecosystem brings together innovative educational institutions, a strong startup capacity, and mature biopharma manufacturing sector to bring products to market quickly. This presentation will provide a background on why North Carolina has gone all in on the life sciences industry and our plans to continue to grow this industry into the future. The panel will provide unique perspectives on the challenges and opportunities of bringing pharmaceuticals to market.
Moderator: Laura Rowley, Vice President, Life Sciences Economic Development, NCBiotech
Speaker announcements to come
1:30 PM Session:
Ensuring Supply Certainty
in an Uncertain World
In today’s fast evolving global landscape, pharma and biotech companies are facing considerable supply uncertainty. Rate of patient adoption, speed and success of regulatory approvals, and the competitive environment can shift patient demand for therapies, while geopolitical factors and supply chain complexities can impact accessibility. In this panel discussion, industry experts will discuss the strategies that pharma and biotech companies can take to ensure they have the flexibility and agility to adapt to changing market conditions.
Moderator: Nadiyra Speight, Sr. Dir. Drug Product/Finished Goods, Fujifilm Biotechnologies
Speaker announcements to come
3:30 PM Sesson:
Beyond Efficiency: Automation’s Role in Therapeutic Innovation
Pharma and biotech companies are constantly evolving how quickly they can get therapeutics to patients, with automation playing a key role in improving the drug development landscape. In this panel, hear how NC life sciences companies are embracing automation within their facilities and its impact on shaping their future capacity to produce life-changing medications.
Moderator: Gary Gilleskie, Executive Director, Golden LEAF Biomanufacturing Training and Education Center (BTEC)
Speaker announcements to come