The New Mexico Start-Up Factory was proud to partner with J.P. Morgan and the UNM Anderson School of Management to host Money & Molecules, a timely conversation at the intersection of capital, science, and entrepreneurship.

The event offered a chance to reflect on key themes emerging from the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, bringing insights from San Francisco directly to New Mexico’s innovation community. Founders, industry leaders, ecosystem partners, and academic stakeholders gathered to explore the evolving economic outlook for 2026 and the strategic priorities founders are navigating at every stage of growth—from early validation to scale.

Beyond the formal discussion, Money & Molecules created space for meaningful connections and candid conversations, reinforcing both the depth and momentum of New Mexico’s innovation ecosystem. The exchange of ideas underscored the importance of collaboration across industry, finance, and academia in advancing science-driven ventures.

We are grateful for the thoughtful perspectives shared by Jennifer Yandle, Patrick Browning, and Troy Snell, and we’re proud to work alongside partners across the state who are committed to supporting high-growth entrepreneurship in New Mexico.

Stay tuned for the next event in the J.P. Morgan series: De-mystifying the Family Office, where we’ll continue the conversation on capital, strategy, and scaling innovation.