Connect with Emerging Talent at Our Career Expo in May; Bayer Opens $250M Cell Therapy Facility in Berkeley; Converge Summit in South San Francisco; Community Events; and more.
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Find the latest news and information impacting the Bay Area life science industry. If you have company news you’d like to share, please get in touch.
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Welcome New Bay Area Members
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Life Science & Tech Converge at Our Inaugural Summit
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Biocom California is proud to announce our inaugural Converge Summit, an executive-level conference dedicated to advancing human health through the collaboration of life science and tech. This summit will bring together the brightest minds in both sectors to exchange ideas, break down barriers, strengthen relationships and spark world-changing innovation.
In order to cultivate an intimate and impactful experience for our summit attendees, registrations for this event will be limited. Apply now to secure your place among the executives shaping the future of healthcare.
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Biocom California Hosts Roundtable with South SF Mayor & Vice Mayor
On March 7, Biocom California held a roundtable with South San Francisco Mayor James Coleman, Vice Mayor Eddie Flores, and the city’s economic development team to discuss city and life science industry priorities. A variety of issues were covered, including workforce housing, access to transit, future life science developments and city services. We thank the city team and our members for joining us for this important exchange of information and ideas. To join future events, contact Christy Shirilla.
Berkeley Rescinds Nation’s First Natural Gas Ban
Berkeley has agreed to repeal the nation’s first-ever gas ban, which restricted gas hookups for new buildings, ending a lawsuit brought by the California Restaurant Association. The settlement raises questions about the fate of similar proposals, dubbed “reach codes.” Biocom California has engaged on local gas ban policies on behalf of our members throughout the state.
San Francisco Behind on Issuing Housing Permits
Federal data shows that San Francisco only issued permits for seven housing units in the first two months of 2024, its lowest number of permits in over a decade. This comes after the city adopted the Housing Element last year, committing to permitting 82,000 new homes by 2031. Zoning and housing production are key issues in the upcoming mayoral race.
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Capital Development & Partnering
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Join our BIO KOREA Delegation in May
Join Biocom California and a delegation of fellow industry leaders at the BIO KOREA Conference in Seoul in May. The experience includes a week of impactful meetings, insightful panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities with Korean VCs, government officials, and industry executives. We still have limited availability, register now if you would like to join us.
CEO/Founder Network VC Panel at MBC Biolabs
Join us on April 25 at MBC Biolabs in San Francisco for a panel discussion on “Navigating ‘The Valley of Death’: Successfully Moving Your Company from Seed-Stage to Venture-Backed.” Learn more and register today.
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Connect with Emerging Talent at the Life Science Career Expo on May 15
Biocom California Institute invites Bay Area employers to participate in the inaugural Life Science Career Expo on May 15 at The Forum in South San Francisco. In collaboration with NOVAworks, this event is designed for employers in the life science sector seeking exceptional talent. The expo features a dedicated job fair, granting companies exclusive access to participants of the 2024 Life Science Fellowship Program, and is also open to the broader Bay Area community. While Biocom California member companies receive priority, we encourage all interested employers to register promptly as spots are limited.
Employers secure your spot now by registering here.
Job seekers can register here.
Evolving Inclusion: A Science-Driven DEI Blueprint
Dr. Leeno Karumanchery, internationally renowned sociologist, speaker and author will explore the transformative power of redefining inclusion through the lens of science and metrics. Dr. Karumanchery will dig deep into why progress in DEI has fallen short of expectations post-George Floyd, and how integrating scientific principles, strategic approaches, and a rigorous process can drive DEI efforts that are not only practical, but also aligned to business goals. The session will uncover why effective DEI isn’t just a nice-to-have, but an essential key in unlocking the full potential and performance of your people. Register here.
Applied Statistics for R&D, Manufacturing and QA/QC Training
The Ohlone College Biotechnology Center offers annual online courses on applied statistics focusing on verification, validation, sample size and risk management in R&D, manufacturing and QA/QC. This year, the courses will be conducted virtually via WebEx webinar over six days, with sessions lasting 3.5 hours each day from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Participants can mix and match sessions according to their needs. Learn more and register here.
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Explore Fisher Scientific’s Cell and Gene Therapy Solutions
Biocom California and the Fisher Scientific team are working together once again to provide members the broadest selection of products to help you meet all your lab needs. Whether you’re setting up or scaling up, count on Fisher Scientific’s wide selection of consumables, media, and equipment, plus cGMP solutions and services designed with your endpoint in mind. Shop now.
MESH/diversity Explains Why Having a DEI Vision Matters
How can you pick a road to somewhere when you don’t know where you’re going? MESH/diversity is equipped to aid Biocom California members with defining their DEI objectives by giving them to script to direct their internal conversations. Learn more about why you need a DEI vision here.
Examining the Purpose of Corporate Travel
How often is business travel closely tied to business objectives? In their report “Corporate Travel’s Purpose: A Platform for Change” Enterprise Mobility defines purposeful travel while discussing the pros and cons of business travel programs, from both a sustainability and employee welfare standpoint. Read the white paper here.
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Biocom California | Bay Area
Biocom California is the advocate for California’s life science sector. Our South San Francisco office aims to build the networks that are critical to growth in this thriving regional ecosystem. Our targeted programs and customized services are tailored to the specific needs of the Bay Area region. We work on behalf of more than {{{dynamic_content_1600}}} members to drive public policy, build an enviable network of industry leaders, create access to capital, introduce cutting-edge STEM education programs, and create robust value-driven purchasing programs.
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