Why Attend LEAP HR: Life Sciences West?
Over three jam-packed days, gain actionable takeaways with proven ROI through case studies, structured networking, dedicated panels, roundtable discussions, and speed learning sessions. Topics range from employment engagement in uncertain markets to AI-driven HR innovation, creative compensation design, and more.
LEAP HR: Life Sciences West is the only forum dedicated to the unique specific HR, L&D, and TA opportunities faced by biotech across the West Coast. Whether you are scaling, reducing force or already stable, join us this May to collaborate with like-minded HR leaders and uncover how to attract, develop, and retain top talent in a rapidly changing landscape.
Unmissable Event Highlights
Discover how Recursion is replacing traditional one to one coaching with an AI platform that scales coaching to the entire workforce, cutting costs while unlocking real time insights that are expected to measurably improve performance and retention.
Learn how Asimov enabled a one person People team to support 30% annual headcount growth by embedding AI across recruiting, performance, and daily workflows - reducing manual workload and accelerating decision making for all 90 employees.
See how Cogent Biosciences scaled its research organization from 10 to 90 employees (a 9× expansion) while preserving culture and scientific rigor through interview redesign, leader readiness, and cross functional growth planning.
Senti Biosciences will share how it became a clinical‑stage company with an FDA RMAT designation while preserving culture through workforce changes, maintaining >90% retention and welcoming 23% of new hires.
Discover how Nuvation Bio preserved culture and maintained below benchmark turnover while scaling globally from 60 to 350 employees across the US and China, supported by a hybrid model of just 4 in office days per month.
Explore how Neurocrine Biosciences built HR systems and leadership readiness frameworks that supported four consecutive commercial expansions, enabling smooth execution and organizational stability each time.
Learn how Lyell Immunopharma shifted to a rating free, continuous feedback performance system that drove significant increases in engagement scores while improving clarity and development across the organization.
Hear how Octant increased authenticity, psychological safety, and alignment across its 60 person biotech by shifting engagement survey ownership to R&D, enabling more honest insights during a period of low visible attrition.
Divide & Conquer
Divide & Conquer: Two Tracks, One Purpose
To equip West Coast biotech HR leaders with targeted, practical solutions for their unique stage of organizational evolution, this year’s program is split into two focused tracks. Whether your organization is scaling rapidly or navigating stabilization and workforce pressure, you’ll find a curated set of case studies, frameworks, and peer insights designed for your strategic reality.
Track A: Topics for Scaling Organizations
This track is designed for organizations expanding headcount, entering new markets, preparing for commercial milestones, or evolving their people strategy to support sustained hypergrowth. Expect practical case studies on scaling culture, redesigning HR systems for agility, and building the leadership and workforce infrastructure needed to grow with pace and precision.
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Track B: Topics for Stabilizing Organizations
This track supports organizations focused on stabilizing culture, managing reductions responsibly, redesigning performance systems, and building resilience through challenging cycles. Sessions shine a light on organizations that have navigated layoffs, restructures, or constrained growth while protecting trust, engagement, and operational focus.
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Explore the 2026 Agenda
Hear the latest industry breakthroughs and gain exclusive HR insights during our packed agenda, interactive roundtables, and our new Lessons from ‘Recently Acquired Organizations’ panel discussion.
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Join Biopharma Experts
Be part of the hottest conversations with like-minded attendees spanning all stages of drug development and make critical connections during our dedicated networking sessions.