Networking

Make new connections that can propel your career forward

Four Days of Valuable Networking

The MedTech Conference captures the pulse of the global medtech community. It’s where industry leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and CEOs from across the ecosystem gather to collaborate, share insights, and forge the connections that shape the future of health care.

 

Pitch & Pour: Start-Up Competition & Happy Hour

Sunday | 3:00 – 6:00 PM

Sip, mingle, and get inspired as 15 rising medtech pioneers pitch bold ideas and breakthrough technologies to better serve patients in a relaxed setting.

Sponsored by MTEC

Global Welcome Reception

Sunday | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Kick off #MTC25 at the Global Welcome Reception—your first chance to reconnect with peers, meet new partners, and mingle with the health care ecosystem. Set the tone of your week right at this high-energy reception.

Sponsored by Solventum

Medtech Campus Booth Crawl

Monday | 4:30 – 5:30 PM

Close out Day 1 of the Medtech Campus with the Campus Booth Crawl! Explore this vibrant hub, connect with fellow innovators, discover standout exhibits, and enjoy drinks and light bites while sparking new partnerships. This is the perfect way to set the tone for an incredible week ahead.

Participating companies include: Deloitte, Eurofins E&E NA (Nachos), PWC (Tea in Motion), Veeva MedTech (Margaritas), Wheelhouse DMG, Zapyrus

#MTC25 Fun Run

Tuesday | 7:00 – 8:00 AM

Start your morning on the right foot with our new Fun Run! Join fellow attendees for a refreshing walk or run along San Diego’s waterfront. Lace up your sneakers for your choice of 1k or 5k and get ready to network and charge up for the day ahead. Note: this event it first come, first serve!

Sponsored by Zimmer Biomet

Chairman's Cheers Reception

Tuesday | 4:30 – 5:30 PM

This lively gathering unites exhibitors, attendees, and industry leaders for drinks, light bites, and conversation against the backdrop of the technologies and companies shaping medtech. Raise a glass to the people and innovations driving progress and innovation for patient for the past five decades and beyond.

Sponsored by IDA Ireland

MTC Live!

Tuesday | 8:00 – 10:30 PM

Step off the conference floor and into an immersive night featuring music, dancing, and surprise entertainment. MTC Live! is your chance to unwind, celebrate with peers, and soak up the electric energy of San Diego.

Boston Bound Networking Lunch

Wednesday | 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Close out the week over a quick lunch before taking a final walk through the Medtech Campus. Share final takeaways, celebrate what you’ve built in San Diego, and look ahead to Boston 2026. With the airport just minutes away from the convention, your journey home is as seamless as your next great connection.

Foster Genuine Connections

David Swain
"I want to learn about new technologies. I want to make those meaningful connections. Not just network to network, actually come out with some friends in industry."
David Swain,
Engineer, Edwards Lifesciences

Maximize Your Networking Potential: 1×1 Partnering Open for #MTC25

Register and activate your profile today to unlock the conference’s all-in-one partnering and planning platform. From scheduling 1×1 meetings with industry leaders and potential collaborators to exploring the full attendee list and discovering companies that align with your goals, this is your hub to build relationships that matter.

View our MyMedTech demo to learn how to best utilize key features of our partnering system.

Interested in Hosting an Affiliated Event?

AdvaMed welcomes affiliated organizations, sponsors, exhibitors, and media to convene and host functions during approved dates and times in conjunction with The MedTech Conference, October 5-8, 2025 in San Diego, California. Review the guidelines and submit a request.

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Maximize Your ROI at #MTC25: Partnering Insights & Key Event Updates

The recording of our webinar on maximizing your ROI at The MedTech Conference is now available. Catch up on all the insights to help you make the most of your #MTC25 experience.

Topics include:

  • A live demonstration of the partnering platform, MyMedTech, by the AdvaMed Conference team. 
  • Insider tips on maximizing your time in San Diego and ensure you’re prepared for a week packed with key business development opportunities.
  • A day-by-day breakdown of the educational sessions and networking opportunities.
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