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What’s Inside: Notes on the 13th Annual Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference; Introducing Our Venture Hub Platform for Investors; Coherus Receives FDA Approval for Post-Chemotherapy Treatment; San Carlos Votes to Regulate Biosafety Level 3 Labs; San Francisco Mayor Proposes Business-Friendly Taxes; and more.
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Find the latest news and information impacting the Bay Area life science industry, including local policy updates and how it affects your business, capital development initiatives, community and networking opportunities, workforce-related information and ways to maximize your savings with our Purchasing Group. 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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San Francisco Corporate Tax Relief
To help attract companies to San Francisco’s struggling downtown, Mayor London Breed is proposing more business-friendly taxes. Her recently revealed plan includes tax incentives of up to $1M for three years to businesses that open new offices in the area.
San Carlos Moves to Regulate Biosafety Level 3 Labs
On March 6, the San Carlos Planning Commission voted 3-1 to regulate the development of biosafety level 3 (BSL-3) labs and prohibit biosafety level 4 (BSL-4) labs in the city. Biocom California spoke in support of creating a conditional use permit process for any BSL-3 development, which was the recommendation that was advanced by the Planning Commission. It now goes to the City Council for a final vote.
South San Francisco Reach Codes
South San Francisco is considering a "reach code"—or a sustainability regulation for building construction that goes above and beyond state requirements. We anticipate the city will release the draft code in the coming weeks and that it will move quickly through the city’s approval process. We will keep our members updated as the draft code becomes available.
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13th Annual Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference
Last week, we hosted our 13th annual Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference in La Jolla. More than 500 executives and investors came together for networking, informational panel discussions on the state of the industry, and partnering meetings that could lead to deals that accelerate solutions for unmet medical needs. Read an overview of the conference from Bay Area Executive Director Michelle Nemits here.
Biocom California Introduces Venture Hub
Biocom California unveiled its Venture Hub platform last week at our Global Life Science Partnering & Investor Conference. This platform aims to foster meaningful connections between member companies seeking capital and investors. Members seeking funding can make their profiles and non-confidential materials visible to investors, who will use the platform to search for technologies and companies of interest. Our Capital Development team is here to answer any questions, please contact us if you would like more information.
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HR Professionals Invited to Join Demo on HRIS Platforms
The Biocom California HR Biotech Group Committee is exploring the payroll category of services for possible inclusion in the Biocom California Purchasing Group Endorsed Partner Portfolio. HR professionals are invited to a demo of two different systems— AlphaStaff and Paylocity. The intention of this demo is not to sell nor promote an individual service provider, but to bring awareness to the HRIS category and get your input. The demo will take place on March 28, 12-1:30 p.m., and March 30, 8 a.m-9:30 a.m. Please contact Melissa Lucas if you are interested. Regardless of your ability to join the demo, we invite you to complete a brief, 5-minute survey to help guide our explorations of this category.
Biocom California Partners with NOVAworks on Industry Career Pathways
NOVAworks has customized services for job seekers in Silicon Valley at its centers in Sunnyvale and San Mateo, and provides the tools necessary to enter or re-enter the region’s unique workforce. Biocom California is partnering with NOVAworks on a webinar that will highlight careers in the Bay Area’s life science industry. Get an overview of the ecosystem and hear from industry professionals on the range of opportunities available, and the skills needed to obtain them. If you are hiring and want to learn more about NOVAworks’ services, click here.
Exploring Careers in Bioinformatics and Data Analysis in Contra Costa County
Biocom California Institute is excited to host a session for Computer Science Week with the Contra Costa County Office of Education and Earn & Learn for local high schools. Participants from CCCOE schools will learn how computer science and the field of genomics come together and explore careers in bioinformatics and data analysis.
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Discounts at the Grande Colonial Hotel in San Diego
We are thrilled to reintroduce the landmark Grande Colonial hotel to our portfolio of Purchasing Group suppliers. The iconic hotel is situated in the seaside Village of La Jolla and offers classic European styling in the intimate setting of a boutique hotel. Whether visiting San Diego for business or pleasure, Bay Area Biocom California members can enjoy 15 percent off their best available rates, a 10 percent discount at their Michelin-recognized NINE-TEN restaurant, and more. Learn more about the hotel’s Biocom California preferred program, or contact Leo Lopez.
Help Us Grow Our Sustainability Efforts
The Biocom California Purchasing group’s work in sustainability is ever-evolving and is strengthened by the unique perspectives of our members. If you are interested in getting involved with our sustainability initiatives, please complete this interest form.
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Looking for Lab or Office Space?
Biocom California is working together with incubators in the Bay Area to deliver the resources needed to accelerate your growth. Check out our Bay Area incubator partners.
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Committees and Working Groups
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Biocom California | Bay Area
Biocom California is the largest, most experienced leader and 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 1,700 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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