US Mission Boston: Connecting Belgian Life Sciences with the World’s Top Investment Ecosystem
Accelerate fundraising, partnerships, and US market entry in the world's leading life sciences ecosystem
Breaking into the Boston ecosystem is rarely a matter of sending emails or attending a conference. Building relationships with investors, industry leaders, and strategic partners often takes months—or even years.
Together with VIB, FIT, and the Solvay AMBT Alumni Association, Biovia is bringing a select delegation of life sciences companies and investors to Boston to help shorten that journey. Through targeted meetings, investor-focused programming, ecosystem access, and peer networking, participants gain direct exposure to the people and organizations shaping the future of biotech, medtech, and digital health.
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Who Is This For?
Belgian Companies
Biotech, medtech, and digital health companies from Flanders and Europe that are looking to:
- Raise capital from international investors
- Build strategic partnerships
- Better understand the US market
- Establish a stronger presence in one of the world's most competitive innovation hubs
The mission is relevant for companies from post-pre-seed through scale-up stage.
Belgian Investors
VC funds, corporate venture arms, family offices, and other investment groups seeking:
- Access to curated European and US deal flow
- Co-investment opportunities
- Exposure to innovative health and life sciences companies
- New relationships within the US investment ecosystem
What Will You Gain?
Access to Investors and Strategic Partners
Meet US and international investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem players through curated networking opportunities, one-to-one meetings, and investor-focused events.
Better Positioning for the US Market
Learn how to communicate effectively with US investors, refine your value proposition, and understand what American stakeholders look for when evaluating opportunities.
A Faster Route into the Boston Ecosystem
Gain direct exposure to organizations, companies, institutions, and innovation hubs that are normally difficult to access from Europe.
Relationships That Last Beyond the Mission
The objective is not only to create introductions, but to build the foundations for future investment, partnerships, collaboration, and market expansion.
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What Makes This Mission Different?
This delegation brings together companies and investors as one ecosystem.
By presenting innovation and capital side by side, we demonstrate the strength and maturity of the Flemish life sciences sector while creating better opportunities for introductions, matchmaking, and relationship building on the ground. This collective presence helps participants establish credibility faster and opens doors that are often difficult to access through remote outreach alone.
Practical Information
Dates: September 21–24, 2026
Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
RESI Conference Fee (Optional)
- Companies: €1,995
- Investors: Free of charge
Estimated Costs
- Hotel: USD 300–400 per night
- Flights: approximately €750
Support for Flemish Companies
FIT offers support mechanisms that may help reduce participation costs, including the Starterspakket and Prospectiereis programs, subject to eligibility conditions. Contact FIT for specific guidance.
Ready to Explore Boston?
This mission is intended for companies and investors who are serious about international growth, strategic partnerships, and expanding their presence in the US life sciences ecosystem.
Interested in joining the delegation?
Biovia – rita.prota@biovia.be
FIT – laurence.breynaert@fitagency.com
VIB – lies.vanneste@vib.be
