Frontiers 2026
Welcome to Frontiers 2026, Phase Capital's third annual summit!
Mission
Frontiers 2026 is a deal-making summit at the intersection of technology, biology, and healthcare.
Designed by Phase Capital, Frontiers convenes founders, investors, health system leaders, policymakers, and operators for two days of candid conversation, market-shaping insight, and relationship-driven outcomes.
This is not a passive conference. Frontiers is built to surface where capital is moving, how innovation is actually being deployed, and what it takes to translate scientific and technological breakthroughs into real-world impact.
Proposed Itinerary
We recommend arriving Wednesday evening, February 18, to join us for 7:30 AM breakfast on Thursday, February 19.
We recommend staying through day 2 as this is where the connections, 1:1 discussions, and pitch showcase will happen.
Plan to depart Friday afternoon after the conference ends or Saturday morning after the Friday afterparty (details coming soon!)
Access & Inclusion
We don’t want finances to limit innovation. If cost is a barrier, please reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss financial assistance options.
Conference Highlights
Market-Setting Keynotes
Hear directly from leaders shaping the future of biotech and healthcare, including an opening keynote on the forces defining the 2026 investment landscape and a policy-to-impact keynote on public and private collaboration in cancer and healthcare innovation.
Investor-Led Panels on What’s Getting Funded
Unfiltered conversations with leading venture and investment firms on current diligence standards, emerging platforms, and where capital is flowing in a tighter market.
AI Beyond the Hype
A practical discussion on where AI is delivering real biological insight today, how teams are operationalizing compute-heavy workflows, and what should be built in-house versus partnered.
Space and Biotech
Explore how microgravity, orbital R&D, and commercial biology in space are opening new scientific and commercial frontiers, including insights from a former NASA astronaut and leaders advancing space-based research.
Partnering with Cancer Centers and Health Systems
Institutional leaders from major cancer centers and health systems share what it truly takes for startups to engage, partner, and scale within complex clinical environments.
Curated Market-Mapping Roundtables
Twenty-four facilitated roundtables designed to convert conversations into real-time market maps, connecting investment, science, clinical strategy, and commercialization.
Pharma M&A and Exit Strategy
An inside look at how pharmaceutical companies evaluate acquisition targets, integrate platforms, and time transactions in uncertain markets.
Founder Pitch Showcases and Investor Office Hours
Curated startup pitches with moderated investor Q&A, plus dedicated office hours for deeper conversations with partners and capital providers.
Connection by Design
From structured networking to a celebratory reception and small-group dinners across Nashville, Frontiers is intentionally built to foster meaningful relationships and unexpected opportunity.
Confirmed speakers, topics, and conference details here.
For partnering, speaking opportunities, or questions, email us at [email protected].
Hotel Accommodations
To enhance the attendee experience, we have secured discounted partner rates at select hotels near the venue and central districts of Nashville. Please click your preferred hotel below and follow the reservation instructions to access the discounted pricing: