KAPAL is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All sponsorships and contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
Since its inception, the KAPAL Annual Conference has served as the premier bridge connecting Korean and U.S. life science professionals, executives, academic pioneers, and regulatory authorities.
For our 10th milestone anniversary, we are bringing the conference to San Diego, California—one of the world's most dynamic biotechnology and life science ecosystems.
Under the core theme “From Connections to Transactions”, KAC 2026 moves beyond basic networking to directly facilitate concrete business transactions, technology licensing, cross-border research collaborations, and investment opportunities between Korea and the United States.
The 10th milestone conference brings together six core specialized industry pillars: Licensing (글로벌 기술이전), Funding (바이오 투자 유치 & VC 포럼), BD (글로벌 사업개발 & 전략적 제휴), Cosmetics (K-뷰티 & 바이오 더마 혁신), IP Strategy (글로벌 특허 및 지식재산권 전략), and AI in Life Sciences (Bio-AI & 디지털 헬스케어) to catalyze tangible cross-border transactions and career growth.
Six specialized pillars designed to deliver high-impact insights and dealmaking opportunities.
In-licensing & out-licensing deal structures, asset valuation, term sheet negotiations, cross-border technology transfers, and proven biopharma licensing case studies.
Venture capital investment trends, institutional investor pitching, seed-to-growth fundraising strategies, and syndication between Korean and U.S. capital markets.
Global market expansion playbooks, strategic B2B partnering, co-development models, cross-border M&A, and strategic alliances with multinational pharma.
K-Beauty global scaling, bio-ingredient and cosmeceutical breakthroughs, derma-cosmetic clinical validation, and navigating U.S. FDA MoCRA compliance.
Global patent portfolio management, Freedom-to-Operate (FTO) analysis, patent term extensions, IP valuation, and cross-border patent dispute & defense strategies.
Generative Bio-AI in molecular design and target validation, computational biology, AI-accelerated clinical trials, and data-driven digital health transformation.
Interested in presenting your research, pitching your startup, or joining an executive panel?
Submit Speaker / Pitch Inquiry →Located in the heart of San Diego's premier UTC / La Jolla life science and biotech innovation corridor.
We are pleased to announce that the 10th KAPAL Annual Conference will be hosted at the Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla. Situated in the vibrant La Jolla / University Towne Centre (UTC) district, the venue is adjacent to UC San Diego, leading research institutes, and over 1,200 biotech and pharmaceutical enterprises.
San Diego La Jolla
Join hundreds of life science leaders, researchers, and biotech pioneers on the vibrant Southern California coast for a transformative two-day conference.
The 10th KAPAL Annual Conference offers premier visibility and strategic partnering for organizations seeking to expand their reach across the Korea-U.S. life science ecosystem.
Highest visibility flagship tier featuring premier homepage placement, thought leadership speaking role, 10 full passes, priority double booth, 4 VIP dinner invites, and Corporate Advisory Council seat.
Inquire Centurion →Prominent conference & digital presence with homepage branding, full-page program ad, exhibition booth, 7 passes, 2 VIP invites, and prominent session recognition.
Inquire Diamond →Comprehensive conference presence with sponsor-page branding, full-page program ad, standard exhibition booth space, 4 passes, and general session verbal acknowledgment.
Inquire Platinum →Targeted marketing visibility for expanding enterprises, including sponsor-page logo, half-page ad, 2 passes, grouped recognition, and discounted booth options.
Inquire Gold →Essential entry-level package designed for emerging startups and boutique practices, featuring logo listing, quarter-page ad, and 1 full conference pass.
Inquire Silver →All packages include 12 months of recognition from commitment receipt.
| Benefit / Category | Centurion ($15,000+) | Diamond ($10,000) | Platinum ($5,000) | Gold ($3,000) | Silver ($1,000) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-Month Website Logo | Premier Homepage Placement | Prominent Homepage Placement | Enhanced Sponsor Page | Standard Sponsor Page | Compact Logo / Name |
| Program Book Ad | Premium Full Page (Inside Cover) | Full Page | Full Page | Half Page | Quarter Page |
| Conference Passes | 10 Registrations | 7 Registrations | 4 Registrations | 2 Registrations | 1 Registration |
| VIP Reception / Dinner | 4 Invitations | 2 Invitations | — | — | — |
| Exhibition Booth | Premium Double / Priority | Standard Included | Standard Included | Discounted Add-On ($500) | Add-On Option ($1,000) |
| Stage / Program Role | Thought Leadership Role (Panel / Session / Welcome) | Prominent Session Recognition / Panelist | General Session Verbal Mention | Grouped Digital Recognition | Grouped Recognition |
| Corporate Spotlight | 1 Dedicated Spotlight Feature | 1 Dedicated Spotlight Feature | Digital Recognition | Digital Recognition | Digital Recognition |
| Corporate Advisory Council | 1 Senior Executive Seat | — | — | — | — |
* For job postings, please contact KAPAL (contact@kapal.org) to publish announcements through KAPAL's official channels. (채용공고는 KAPAL 문의 시 공식 채널을 통해 공고 가능)
Available to Centurion, Diamond, and eligible Platinum partners. Secure exclusive naming rights and branded experiences during KAC 2026.
KAPAL is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 82-1559580). All sponsorship contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law.
Review past agendas, keynote speakers, and conference summaries across the 5th through 9th editions.
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