2027 Tech Show
February 16, 2027
Atlantic Union Bank Convention Center
Raleigh, NC
The ISPE-CaSA Tech Show brings together pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, and life sciences professionals from across the country for one of the Southeast’s premier industry events. From emerging leaders to seasoned executives, attendees come together to exchange practical insights, share real-world experiences, and explore solutions that are moving the industry forward.
Call for Speaker Abstracts
Call for Abstracts
The ISPE Tech Show is an opportunity for industry professionals to share practical lessons, project experiences, and approaches that have helped their organizations move forward with greater confidence.
We invite engineers, facility leaders, quality professionals, operations teams, consultants, contractors, and technology providers to submit abstracts for educational presentations that offer meaningful takeaways for pharmaceutical industry professionals at this year’s Tech Show.
What we are looking for
Attendees want more than theory and hypotheticals. They want to hear real-world examples of what worked, what didn't, and what others would do differently if given the chance.
Strong presentations and panel topics should address:
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A real challenge or opportunity
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The approach that you or your team took
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Results achieved and lessons learned
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Recommendations other organizations can apply
Preference will be given to presentations that align with this year’s suggested topics (below) taken from our survey results and also ones that focus on practical applications, case studies, and measurable outcomes.
Suggested Topics
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Workforce & Future Skills
Focused on workforce development, hiring, training, reskilling, and preparing teams for the evolving needs of life sciences manufacturing.
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Tech Transfer, Facility Setup & Operational Readiness
Addressing technology transfer, process scale-up, new facility setup, manufacturing startup, and preparing sites, systems, and teams for successful operations.
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Capital Projects & Sustainable Operations
Focused on capital project planning and execution, supply chains & onshoring, operational performance, resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable manufacturing.
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AI, Digital & Smart Manufacturing
Exploring how AI, automation, data, digital technologies, and connected systems are being used to improve manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations.
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Life Sciences Innovation, Investment & Growth
Focused on emerging therapeutic areas, startups, venture capital and investment, M&A and partnerships shaping where the life sciences industry is headed.
Important Dates
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Abstract Submission Deadline: October 15, 2026
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Evaluation & Speaker Notification by ISPE Education Committee: November 15, 2026
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Presentation Materials Due: January 15, 2027
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ISPE Tech Show: February 16, 2027
About the 2027 Tech Show
This signature event focuses on the future of pharmaceutical sciences and manufacturing. The Tech Show highlights global, digital, and quality-driven advancements. Attendees will experience compelling educational sessions, industry-relevant presentations, and opportunities to share progress, best practices, and lessons learned.
Over the past several years, this event has grown to record size—and 2027 will be no different. We invite you to join us in Raleigh to connect, learn, and advance our industry together.
Registration and Sponsorship information coming soon.
