Partnership fuels Vesiti’s most important work: transforming scientific discovery into life-saving breakthroughs. Every question we pursue, every discovery we make, and all the lives we touch are made possible by the generous support of our community. 

On August 14, we invite you to join us for an evening in the beautiful gardens of the Versiti Blood Research Institute. Together, we’ll share the remarkable progress we’re making in preparation for the most pivotal year in Versiti’s history.

Date:

Thursday, August 14, 2025 | 5-7 p.m.
Versiti Blood Research Institute
8733 Watertown Plank Road, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Itinerary:

5–6 p.m. | Welcome Reception
Garden social with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments

6–6:30 p.m. | Featured Presentations
Chris Miskel, President and CEO of Versiti

Sid Rao, PhD
VBRI Investigator and Program Co-Leader, Hematopoiesis and Immunology
Pediatric bone marrow transplant physician

6:30–7 p.m. | Behind the Scenes Laboratory Tours
Witness your support at work in the world’s premier blood health research space.

Event Details:

Parking: Please use the complimentary valet parking service. Enter the VBRI parking lot from Watertown Plank Road to access valet services.

Accessibility: All Versiti facilities are fully accessible and smoke-free

Weather: In the event of inclement weather, the garden reception will be relocated indoors.