About Us

Xtalks — The Life Science Community™ provides trusted knowledge and insights that empower life science professionals to advance collaborative innovation worldwide.

 

Our Mission

Xtalks — The Life Science Community™ serves to connect life science professionals and empower them in their daily decision-making and long-term career development. By providing a platform for peer perspectives, thought leadership and the latest innovations in pharma, biotech, medtech, healthcare and research, we proudly unite our global members to foster collaboration and drive scientific progress for better health outcomes.

Our Vision

Our vision is to build the most trusted and collaborative platform in the industry, where to be a life science professional is synonymous with being an Xtalks member. We hope for our members to not only discover information, but also inspiration, unlocking the full potential of this global community. By redefining knowledge exchange, we strive to accelerate advancement and spark ideas that shape the future of life science.

Our Story

Xtalks brings together professionals across pharma, biotech, medtech, healthcare and research through trusted knowledge, meaningful connections and collaborative innovation. Focused on the highly regulated life sciences sector, we deliver a dynamic portfolio of expert content, including webinars, news, blogs, podcasts, videos, virtual events and thought-provoking editorial offerings. These resources are designed to support informed decision-making and accelerate progress.

We operate with the curiosity and agility of a start-up, backed by decades of experience and a track record of consistent, high-quality service. This combination allows us to anticipate emerging industry needs, respond quickly and deliver content that keeps our community informed and engaged.

At Xtalks, we believe effective communication drives better science, stronger partnerships and improved outcomes. We take pride in supporting knowledge exchange, professional development and problem-solving across the global life sciences ecosystem.

Our dedicated team monitors industry trends, engages with experts and curates timely, relevant insights for professionals across the sector. We foster a vibrant community that encourages collaboration, supports continuous learning and empowers both established leaders and rising talent.

Every initiative we undertake reflects our commitment to elevating the ideas and innovations that shape the future of life sciences.

How We Got Here

Xtalks, a division of Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is founded on experience. The company boasts a team with many decades of experience drawn from traditional events, publishing and new media sectors.

2002

Xtalks’ parent company, Honeycomb Worldwide created and was one of the first companies to build an online B2B social network.

2004

Xtalks was launched and produced its first virtual online business-to-business conference.

2005

Xtalks hosts one of the earliest, largest and most international business-to-business webinars with over 800 participants from over two dozen countries.

2006

Honeycomb Worldwide Inc. is ranked 15th by Profit Magazine on the “Profit Hot 50” list of Canadian Emerging Growth Companies.

2010

Xtalks sharpens focus on building virtual communities in key process industries, including the life science, pharmaceutical, medical device and food industries.

2012

Xtalks focuses on expanding its reach on other complementary social media platforms.

2014

Xtalks moves to a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified building, and expands its dedicated production studios.

2015

Xtalks Vitals is launched providing audiences with an innovative video news channel and original editorial content.

2016

Xtalks hosts and produces its first webinar in a variety of languages to cater to audiences across Asia.

2017

Xtalks reveals new website to satisfy community demand for unrestricted access to quality content, offering enhanced tools for collaboration and interaction.

2020

Xtalks launches its proprietary career module, Xtalks Job Search, with the goal of connecting its life science-focused members with leading employers.

2025

Xtalks rebrands to Xtalks — The Life Science Community™ and expands the core company identity to focus on collaboration across pharma, biotech, medtech, healthcare and research.

Education

Across our communities we offer presentations, discussions and debate delivered by the industry’s key thought leaders, authorities and experts.

Collaboration

When professionals and companies come together, their combined capabilities can help solve difficult problems. Xtalks communities provide a platform which drives this interaction for the mutual benefit of its members.

Accessibility

By taking away all barriers, we allow practitioners to access information wherever they are and whenever they need it across a variety of platforms.

Meet Our Team

Our team is drawn from a diverse range of media backgrounds. Combined, they share many decades of experience connecting audiences with content.

Meet The Team
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