Catalyst Stage

Where science meets innovation, and innovation meets opportunity

The AMWC Open Stage is a major new feature at AMWC, designed to showcase both the business and scientific sides of innovation as well as key takeaways learn through years of experiences.

This hybrid stage brings together three powerful formats with one shared mission: turning innovation and knowledge into growth.

Catalyst Pitch & Connect: is designed to showcase the commercial and strategic side of innovation.On Saturday at 1.15 PM, two semi-finalists and one winner will be announced on stage to recognize their excellence in innovation.
Catalyst Science: will present the scientific evidence behind their products.On Saturday at 1.15 PM, two semi-finalists and one winner will be announced on stage to recognize their vision.
Key Takeaways: compile years of experience to focus on what really matters to deliver safe and efficient procedures.

Moderated by:

Bertrand CHUBERRE

Global Medical Affairs Strategist

About

Benoit CHARDON

Global Commercial Strategist & Founder, Benoit Chardon Consulting

About

Dr. Steven DAYAN

Plastic Surgeon, USA

Dr. Martina KERSCHER

Dermatologist, Germany

Dr. Heidi WALDORF

Dermatologist, USA

One stage, three formats.
One mission: Turn knowledge into growth

Science in motion.
Evidence that inspires.

The Catalyst Science Stage focuses on rigorous clinical content, enabling companies to present scientific evidence behind their products and technologies.It provides a credible bridge between industry-supported research and the scientific expectations of AMWC’s medical community.

Audience

Physicians and aesthetic practitioners discovering new clinical advances
Venture capital
Clinic/practice owners seeking innovative solutions and partnerships
Hospital and aesthetic center medical directors
Academic experts and KOLs engaged in clinical research
Distributors and business developers
Investors and strategic partners monitoring innovation trends

Format

15-minute scientific talks (12-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A)
4 companies per session
Presented by KOLs, clinicians, or researchers

Your benefits

Showcase your scientific evidence to a global, highly qualified medical audience
Take advantage of complimentary expert coaching to elevate your session
Strengthen your brand’s credibility with data-driven communication
Integrate your innovations into the AMWC scientific ecosystem
Access to a dedicated data room for Catalyst Science Stage attendees
Post-event visibility within scientific highlights

Connecting visionaries, partners, and investors.

Designed for companies looking to accelerate their business development, the Catalyst Pitch & Connect Stage highlights the commercial and strategic side of innovation. In this fast-paced format, companies pitch their solutions, positioning, and growth plans to an audience seeking the next breakthrough opportunities.

Audience

Distributors and business developers exploring new brands and products
Large clinic chain network
Investors, Private Equity, and strategic partners interested in emerging trends, startups, and scalable technologies

Format

15-minute talks (12-minute presentation + 3-minute Q&A)
4 companies per session
Presented by company representatives, founders/CEO, clinicians, R&D or marketing experts, or researchers

Your benefits

Present your innovation to a 100% targeted audience of key decision-makers
Take advantage of complimentary expert coaching to elevate your session
Generate concrete business opportunities on site
Connect directly with investors and partners
Gain visibility in the official AMWC Pitch & Connect program and digital channels
Access a dedicated data room for Pitch & Connect attendees to share more detailed information about your business to enable distributors & strategic partners to do an initial due diligence: opportunity to disclose the information you could not include in a 12 min presentation
Post-event exposure through AMWC communication highlights (video interview recording during AWMC and broadcasted in AMS, Linkedin & Instagram. Feature in the new «AMWC Innovation digest» of Prime.

Actionable insights. Immediate impact.

Dedicated sessions distill the most relevant clinical and practical insights into concise, high-value learning moments. Designed to translate knowledge into action, this format highlights essential updates, safety considerations, and practical applications that practitioners can immediately integrate into their daily practice.

Sessions

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: The Future of Aesthetic Medicine Worldwide
Insights From Global Practitioners on Toxins
Facial Anatomy, Assessment and Safety
Key Takeaways: The Full-Face BlueprintKey Takeaways: High-Stakes Pearls - 120 Minutes of Expert Solutions
Comprehensive Regenerative Medicine: Learning From International Experts