Business Breakfast with Maria L Knutson, CBO at AAX Biotech

Meet Maria L. Knudsen, CBO at AAX Biotech

– On the topic, becoming a Big Pharma Partner: How AAX Biotech Built Visibility, Credibility, and Growth”

What does it take for a young biotech company to build momentum, attract global partners, and stand out in a competitive landscape? In this talk, Maria L. Knudsen reveals the key steps behind AAX Biotech’s rapid rise — from sharpening their communication strategy to forming high-value collaborations, including their pivotal partnership with AbbVie via the AbbVie Scandinavia Golden Ticket. A must-hear session for anyone shaping the future of life science. Maria is the CBO and former CEO of AAX Bioetach and is a key leader at AAX Biotech, where she has played a central role in shaping the company’s strategic direction, partnerships, and communication. With a background spanning business development, innovation strategy, and collaboration with global pharma, Maria has been instrumental in positioning AAX as one of Sweden’s most dynamic emerging biotech companies. How it works 7:50 – Breakfast is served. 8:10 – Welcome by KI Science Park 8:15 – 8:40 Presentation by invited guest 8:40 – 9:00 Q&A and discussion 9:00 – 9:15 Netwoking REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Members receive early access through a personal invitation. One week before the event, registration will open here on the website for external participants. Warm welcome! _____________________________ About Business Breakfast Business Breakfast is KI Science Park’s monthly morning meet-up where business leaders share experiences, lessons, and inspiration. It’s a chance to reconnect, broaden your network, and kick off the day with fresh energy and new ideas. The event is arranged in collaboration with A Working Lab at Innomedicum.