ARMI Investment Summit 2026

Accelerating Commercialization. Connecting Capital. Building the Bioindustrial Future.

October 20, 2026
Manchester, New Hampshire

Hosted by ARMI in partnership with the NextGen Manchester Resiliency Council

About the Summit

Commercializing breakthrough technologies takes more than great science—it requires investment, manufacturing expertise, strategic partnerships, and the right ecosystem.

Through its BioFab Startup Lab accelerator program and national network of industry, government, and academic partners, the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) supports companies in speeding the journey from breakthrough science to scalable manufacturing and commercialization. ARMI is a nonprofit, public-private partnership, the convening organization of the federally designated ReGen Valley Tech Hub, and the national Manufacturing Innovation Institute for biomedical manufacturing.

The 2026 ARMI Investment Summit brings together entrepreneurs, investors, commercialization experts, manufacturers, economic development leaders, and industry partners to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation biotherapeutics and related technologies.

Through expert-led panel discussions, founder success stories, the BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition, and strategic networking, attendees will gain practical insights while building relationships that accelerate commercialization and company growth.

Featured Event

BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition

The BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition is the centerpiece of the 2026 ARMI Investment Summit.

Ten emerging companies will be selected to present a five-minute live pitch before a panel of investors, commercialization experts, and industry leaders.

Selected companies will:

• Deliver a five-minute live pitch
• Receive valuable feedback from experienced judges
• Increase visibility with investors and strategic partners
• Build relationships with leaders across the national biomedical manufacturing ecosystem
• Compete for the 2026 Breakthrough Technology Award, recognizing outstanding commercialization potential

The recipient of the 2026 Breakthrough Technology Award will receive a place in the next BioFab Startup Lab cohort, 50 hours of commercialization services, and active amplification throughout ARMI’s broad network.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: August 28, 2026
• Company Notifications: September 18, 2026

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Summit Highlights

Over the course of a single day, attendees will hear from industry leaders, connect with investors and founders, and explore what it takes to successfully commercialize breakthrough next-generation biotherapeutics and manufacturing technologies.

Highlights include:

• Investor Panel Discussions
• Founder Success Stories
• BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition
• Networking Opportunities
• Invitation-Only Investor Dinner

Who Should Attend

The ARMI Investment Summit is designed for:

• Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
• Companies Advancing Next-Generation Biotherapeutics and Manufacturing Technologies
• Angel Investors & Venture Capital Firms
• Strategic Industry & Pharmaceutical Partners
• Commercialization Professionals
• Manufacturers & Supply Chain Partners
• Economic Development Organizations
• Innovation Leaders

Whether you’re building a startup, investing in transformative technologies, or supporting commercialization across the bioindustrial ecosystem, the ARMI Investment Summit offers offers meaningful connections, practical insights, and direct access to ARMI’s national network of innovators, manufacturers, investors, and commercialization partners.

Registration Is Now Open

Programming will include investor perspectives, founder success stories, the BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition, and opportunities to connect with entrepreneurs, investors, manufacturers, commercialization experts, and strategic partners.

Complimentary registration is available for:

• BioFab Startup Lab companies
• BioFab Startup Lab EIRs
• ARMI members
• Invited investors

General Attendee Registration: $100

Whether you’re building the next breakthrough company, investing in transformative technologies, or helping move innovation toward commercialization, the ARMI Investment Summit is designed to create meaningful connections and accelerate progress.

Startup founders interested in competing should submit a BioFab Startup Lab Pitch Competition application by August 28, 2026.

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Why Attend?

The ARMI Investment Summit offers. offers a unique opportunity to:

• Discover emerging companies developing next-generation biotherapeutics and manufacturing technologies.
• Connect with investors and commercialization leaders
• Learn from founders who have successfully navigated commercialization
• Expand your network across the bioindustrial ecosystem
• Explore opportunities for investment, partnership, and growth

Sponsorship Opportunities

Organizations interested in supporting the ARMI Investment Summit have the opportunity to showcase their commitment to advancing biotechnology innovation and commercialization.

Sponsorship opportunities help support networking, meals, and attendee engagement throughout the Summit while connecting your organization with entrepreneurs, investors, manufacturers, and commercialization leaders.

Sponsorship information will be available soon.