Event

On Wednesday, June 4, and Thursday, June 5, 2025, the Bayh-Dole Coalition will host our third-annual “American Innovator Award” ceremony and “Faces of American Innovation” Capitol Hill briefing. Over the two days, we will honor the five researchers, entrepreneurs, and administrators profiled in our soon-to-be-released 2025 Faces of American Innovation report, celebrate the Bayh-Dole Act’s 45th year, and meet with members of Congress.

Wednesday, June 4 | 9:00-11:25 AM ET | Royal Sonesta on Capitol Hill — The American Innovator Award Ceremony and 45th Anniversary Celebration will begin with breakfast and opening remarks, followed by the induction of our newest Bayh-Dole Coalition Hall of Fame member. Joseph P. Allen, executive director of the Bayh-Dole Coalition, will then honor the 2025 recipients of the American Innovator Award. A panel will follow on “The Legacy and Future of the Bayh-Dole Act.” A members-only portion of the day will take place from 11:35 AM to 2:00 PM ET and will include a ‘Washington Political Forecast’ panel, Coalition member townhall, preparations for Capitol Hill meetings, and lunch.

Thursday, June 5 | 8:30-10:30 AM ET | Capitol Hill (Senate Building TBA) — The Faces of American Innovation Capitol Hill Briefing will open with remarks from Joseph P. Allen and our keynote speaker, followed by the 2025 “Faces of American Innovation” report briefing with our five awardees. The members-only portion of the day will take place from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM ET, and will include meetings with members of Congress and their staff to discuss critical issues related to the Bayh-Dole Act.

A full schedule of events can be found below. *Times subject to change.