Strategic European Site Selection for Life Sciences: Insights and ESG Factors

Join us for an exclusive breakfast briefing where we explore the dynamic expansion of life sciences companies into Europe. Gain insights from firsthand experiences and delve into key benchmarks and success stories that illuminate effective site selection strategies across the continent.

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June 5, 2024, 8am - 10am at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

André Guedel of KPMG will unveil the new report, “Site Selection for Life Sciences Companies in Europe” and discuss the critical role of ESG and sustainability criteria in choosing optimal locations for business growth. Following the presentation, Lisa Leftwich, Head of ESG Services at Zurich Insurance North America, will talk about physical risk factors caused by climate change and how they affect site selection. The session will commence with opening remarks from Artur Czerniejewski, Head of the Swiss Business Hub USA. 

Don't miss our breakfast briefing on the expansion of life sciences companies into Europe, where we'll cover key strategies and success stories for effective site selection.

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Agenda

8am Doors open and breakfast buffet
8:15am Opening Remarks: Artur Czerniejewski, Head of the Swiss Business Hub USA
8:20am “How smart site selection can support your sustainability ambitions” - Launch of new KPMG Site Selection Report for Europe 2024, André Guedel, Head of Site Selection Services at KPMG Switzerland & Lisa Leftwich, Head ESG Services Zurich Insurance North America
8:45am Q&A
9am Networking

 

Speakers

André Guedel, Head of Site Selection Services at KPMG Switzerland

André Guedel

Head of Site Selection Services at KPMG Switzerland
Lisa Leftwich

Lisa Leftwich

Head ESG Services, Zurich Insurance North America
Artur Czerniejewski, Head of the Swiss Business Hub USA

Artur Czerniejewski

Head of the Swiss Business Hub USA

About Business Location Switzerland

Business Location Switzerland (BLS) is a collaborative initiative among the Swiss cantons (states) encompassing the broader regions of Basel, Geneva, and Zurich as well as the Swiss Business Hub in the U.S. Our mission is to assist and support North American companies in establishing thriving business operations within Switzerland. The BLS team welcomes the opportunity to detail how Switzerland can be an optimal solution to your company’s global goals from innovation to commercialization. BLS aids companies with their European evaluation and transition into Switzerland via structure consulting, peer industry introductions, R&D incentive programs, site tours, staffing, and business plan preparation for meetings with local & tax authorities - all free of charge.

 

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