Guiding a Biotech Pivot: Strategic Communications for Bellicum’s Next Chapter

Project Objectives

  • Reposition Bellicum as forward-looking biotech after Phase 1/2 pivots.
  • Re-engage investors while retaining transparency and trust.
  • Maintain patient/advocate confidence despite pipeline adjustments.

Challenges

  • Discontinuation of trials created negative sentiment risk.
  • Investor base cautious of future uncertainty.
  • Multifaceted stakeholder groups need differentiated messaging.

Our Approach

  1. Transparent IR strategy – Coordinated messaging post-trial updates with clear pivot plan and asset recap.
  2. Value-tiered communication – Produced sector-targeted materials for:
    • Investors (webcasts, fact sheets)
    • Scientists (pipeline whitepaper)
    • Patients (plain‑language Q&A)
  3. Social narrative shift – Shared positive messaging: “New path forward,” “Building on learnings.”
  4. SEO and content optimization – Elevated Bellicum in searches for cell therapy pivots and biotech strategy.

Results

  • 70% investor webinar attendance with high engagement metrics.
  • Reuters/Financial press coverage on pivot was neutral-to-positive.
  • Patient Q&A pages saw 4× traffic post-update, with consistent positive tone in comments.

Conclusion

Accelabrand guided Bellicum through a strategic narrative pivot—balancing transparency with optimism to maintain trust across IR, scientific, and patient communities.