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*reflects $200 discount valid through 8/31/08

Medical Device Investor Day
October 22, 2008

Being Held Prior to In3 East

A Full Day of Illuminating Presentations by the Most Influential Large Companies in the Device Space

Register for this event in addition to In3 East
Registration Fee is $495, in addition to the In3 East registration fee

Register for Investor Day only
Registration Fee is $795

For more information, please contact Kristy Grimes at 480-985-9512, 888-202-5939 toll-free in the U.S., or e-mail kristy@medtechinsight.com

Medical Device Investor Day is a unique, first-of-its kind event for medical technology executives interested in what the leaders of the med device industry are thinking, doing, and planning in terms of investment.

David Cassak, Managing Partner, Windhover Information, kicks off this exciting day with an opening keynote address on the state of larger medical technology company M&A and deal trends. He will be discussing which investment models for larger companies are working, how larger companies are sustaining growth and what the current and future appetite is for M&A.

This is then followed by a large company showcase of approx. 15 foremost med device manufacturer investors. Top executives from each of these hand-selected companies will speak candidly on what interests them most in medical device technologies, therapeutic areas, products, and geographic markets. They will also inform our audience about partnering opportunities, how companies can maximize their visibility in front of large company investors, and what role M&A plays at their companies.

Invited presenters for Medical Device Investor Day include Johnson & Johnson, Boston Scientific, Covidien, Abbott, Medtronic, Stryker, Zimmer, Edwards Lifesciences, Phillips Medical, BD, Hologic, GE, Baxter, St. Jude Medical, Biomet, and many others. Presentations will focus on these hot button topics:

  • What new technology/therapeutic areas do we find promising and interesting in accessing via partnership?
  • Product or technologies of interest
  • Geographic markets
  • Partnering opportunities
  • How can companies maximize their visibility in front of larger companies?
  • What role does M&A play at the company?
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Confirmed Large Company Presenters to Date:

Medical Device Investor Day
Confirmed Large Company Presenters to Date

3M
Susan Paquette, Technology Assessment Director

B. Braun Medical
Paul O'Connell, Vice President, Vascular Interventional Products Group

Becton Dickinson (BD)
Albert Lauritano, Director, Business Development

Boston Scientific Corporation
Jim Gilbert, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development

Covidien
Dennis Crowley, Director Business Development

CR Bard
Bob Mellen,VP, Strategic Planning & Business Development

Ethicon/J&J
Margaret Helms, Director, WW New Business Development

Medtronic
Shawn McCormick, Director, Corporate Development

Stryker Corporation
Speaker to be announced

... among others being added to the program regularly


(Note: program subject to change)

 

Top reasons to Attend Medical Device Investor Day:

  • It complements the early- to late-stage medical technology investment and partnering focus of our “Investment In Innovation (In3) East” conference, that immediately follows this event.
  • Catch up on the state of, and outlook for, large medical technology company investment and partnering – from the companies themselves
  • Network with peers who face similar challenges in regulatory, reimbursement and clinical issues for medical devices
  • Benchmark your dealmaking against the best and the brightest
  • Get key trend analysis on medical technology deal structures
  • Maximize your strategic alliance opportunities by meeting business development leaders who’ll share practical advice and strategies on how to structure successful deals
  • Walk away with practical, real-life lessons and advice from some of the most experienced dealmakers in the worldwide medical technology marketplace

Attendees will include:

  • Presidents
  • CEOs
  • Chairmen
  • Venture Partners
  • Managing Directors
  • Vice Presidents/Directors of Business Development, Marketing, New Technology, Acquisitions, R&D and Sales
  • Senior Investment Analysts/Managers/Directors

…. from these types of companies:

  • Established medical technology companies seeking technology through licensing, partnering and acquisition to broaden or deepen product lines or build sector strength
  • Early-stage medtech companies interested in what the leaders of the industry have learned, and are looking for
  • Venture capitalists and investment bankers, and
  • Medical device, biotech, biopharmaceutical or other company executives seeking investments or partnerships

The med device industry is red hot, with the number of deals now increasing each year. Medical Device Investor Day is a unique, first-of-its kind event for anyone interested in what the leaders of the med device industry are thinking, doing, and planning in terms of investment. We are expecting a record number of participants – hurry and secure your spot today!
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Preliminary Agenda

Wednesday, October 22, 2008
8:00-9:00 a.m. Registration & Welcome Reception
9:00-9:45 a.m.

Opening Keynote Address
Larger Medical Technology Company M&A/Deal Trends
Presented by David Cassak, Managing Partner, Windhover Information

  • Which investment models for larger medical technology companies are working?
  • How are larger companies sustaining growth? What is their appetite for M & A?
  • How are companies structuring and valuing deals?
  • Hot clinical areas - which therapeutic markets attracted the most attention in 2007, and which ones will stay hot in 2008? What new areas of interest will emerge?
  • What are some key growth trends for start-ups?
9:50-5:30 p.m. Large Company Presentations
  Confirmed presenters and timeslots to be announced soon
12:45-2:00 p.m. Lunch
3:15-3:35 p.m. Afternoon Break
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
5:30-7:30 p.m. “Investment In Innovation (In3) East” Registration & Welcome Reception – separate registration required

Note: Program subject to change; check back for regular updates.

 

*Cancellation Policy: The last day to cancel your registration for a refund, minus a $300 processing fee, is September 20, 2008. After that, you may send another delegate from your company.