In honor of Black History Month, The Commonwealth Club, in partnership with MelanInScience, WeAre, and The Michelle Meow Show, hosts The Age of Tech x Biopharma, a powerful executive forum examining how artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies are redefining biopharmaceutical innovation, leadership, and improving patient care.

Available livestream and in-person, the event includes welcome remarks from San Francisco’s first Black woman mayor, London Breed, and a moderated discussion with Black executives from Gilead Sciences, Roche, Syntex [data], and Rubitection Inc., whose work spans peer-reviewed research, clinical trial strategy, and AI-enabled healthcare innovation to improve outcomes for historically underrepresented global populations.

The discussion will be moderated by Michelle Meow, a producer and host at The Commonwealth Club and host of The Michelle Meow Show. Michelle’s participation reflects the importance of cross-ethnic collaboration, underscoring how connectivity across communities accelerates progress, innovation, and sustainable wealth creation.

The evening will also feature tastings of caviar and wine from Black chefs and winemakers.

Featured Speaker

Welcome remarks will be delivered by the 45th Mayor of San Francisco, London Breed.

Event Details

Date: February 25, 2026

Time: 5:30 – 8:00 PM

Location: The Commonwealth Club, San Francisco (Embarcadero)

Availability: Livestream and In-Person

Format: Panel Discussion and Open Networking

Attire: Business-elegant or cocktail attire is encouraged. In recognition of Black History Month, attendees are invited to wear skin-tone–inspired shades celebrating the beauty and diversity of all complexions.

About the Forum

The Age of Tech x Biopharma is a rare opportunity to hear directly from senior executives and published scientists shaping the future of clinical research, healthcare delivery, and AI-driven innovation. The discussion will surface challenges in biopharma that are poised for technological solutions, along with insights of particular interest to decision-makers shaping the next wave of products, platforms, and investments.

Leaders in technology, venture capital, science, and biopharma are encouraged to attend and demonstrate their commitment to excellence, cross-industry collaboration, and economic progress.

Sponsors and Supporters

Current sponsors and supporters include:

• The Commonwealth Club

• WeAre

• MelaninScience

• AMP Marketing and PR

• The Michelle Meow Show

• Drink 2F

• Black Vines

• Chef Joseph Paire III

• Luxe Bites

• Lawyers FTP

• Indigene Cellars

• Violets Paradise Wines

• Theopolis Vineyards

• Ikenga Wines

• VintNoir

• Waymo

• Overshine Wines

• Paul Andre Photography

About the Hosts

The Commonwealth Club is the nation’s oldest and largest public affairs forum, renowned for convening influential leaders and shaping critical public discourse. Founded by Dr. Carmen Banks, MelanInScience advances access, visibility, and leadership pathways for Black and underrepresented professionals across biopharma & life sciences. WeAre was founded by growth marketing leader Corina Kaufman and is the only free, members-only professional network that closes the racial wealth gap by connecting and empowering BIPOC communities to build wealth in the Technology and Sustainability industries.

Media Contact
Company Name: WeAre
Contact Person: Corina Kaufman
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Phone: (510) 593-0618
Country: United States
Website: https://weare.online/