Past 2025 National Conference

The ABFO National Conference is the leading event for Bioscience CFOs and senior finance professionals aspiring to be CFOs. Join us to gain insights from industry thought leaders and discover why attendees return year after year.

Some of the outstanding thought leaders who have presented at past conferences

Drew Brees

Drew Brees, former NFL Quarterback for the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, 2009 Super Bowl MVP and founder of the Brees Dream Foundation which is focused on improving the quality of life for cancer patients and providing care, education and opportunities for children and families in need,

Joe Quinlan

Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist, Merrill Wealth Management, Bank of America.

His research is frequently cited in such media venues as Barron’s, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and the Financial Times.

Joe Kudla

Joe Kudla, Founder and CEO of Vuori, a brand that has captured the world’s attention through its meteoric rise in the activewear industry. Vuori’s journey to success has been marked by bold choices, calculated risks, and a deep understanding of both the rewards and challenges that come with entrepreneurial ventures.

John Foley

As the lead solo pilot for the legendary Blue Angels flight team, John “Gucci” Foley exemplified the pinnacle of excellence, mastering the art of flying among the top 0.01% of US military pilots.

An innovative and visionary leader, best-selling author, master of mindset, and a catalyst for organizational growth, John delivers his awe-inspiring and transformative message to organizations around the world, inspiring individuals and teams to achieve elite performance.

Kerri Walsh Jennings

Kerri Walsh Jennings is a professional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist. Paired up with Misty May-Treanor, Kerri Walsh Jennings won Olympic gold in beach volleyball at the 2004, 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympic Games, and is known as one of the best players to ever compete in the sport.

At the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, Walsh Jennings and May-Treanor started off with a bang, defeating Australia, the Czech Republic, Austria, The Netherlands, Italy and China. They went on to win the final against fellow American team Jennifer Kessy and April Ross, 2-0 (21-16, 21-16), taking their third consecutive gold medal in beach volleyball.

Past 2025 National Conference

Some of the outstanding thought leaders who have presented at past conferences

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