Update to Enterprise Partnership; Save For Your Future with RetirementDNA; OmniSync Obtains Elusive Government Contract; AER Travel Turns 40; Upcoming Events; and more.

Whether you’re new to Biocom California or we’ve had the privilege of working with you for years, we want to remind you of some of the key ways to maximize the strategic sourcing solutions available to you as members. See below to learn more about our endorsed suppliers and their exclusive savings programs, upcoming events and timely updates.

Portfolio Update

The Biocom California Purchasing Group is proud to announce the renewal of our partnership with Enterprise Holdings, providing our members access to rental car offerings that are unparalleled in convenience, service and worldwide recognition. With over 7,000 neighborhood locations in North America, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is suited to service any local, off-airport car rental needs while National Car Rental continues to be the premier car rental provider at airport locations for superior speed, service and choice. Biocom California members can also enjoy complimentary access to The Emerald Club, allowing them to skip long counter lines, choose their car with ease, and even qualify for free car rental days at no extra cost. Learn more about their offerings. 

Featured Products & Services

When Was the Last Time You Thought About Your 401(k)?
Did you know that September 8 was National 401(k) Day? Established in 1996, the day is dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of 401(k) retirement plans, encouraging individuals to save for their future. It serves as a reminder for employers to review the training and information they offer, helping their staff make informed decisions about their 401(k) plans and reminds employees to review their retirement savings strategies. RetirementDNA can help deliver a cost-effective, comprehensive, and practical retirement solution tailored specifically to your organization’s needs—helping your employees improve their financial and retirement outcomes. Learn more. 

Find the Right Tools to Design, Synthesize, Transfect, and Detect 
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. Find a wide range of high-quality products to help you transform your CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing workflows, from gene design to transfection and detection. Trust in their variety of easy-to-use products that deliver fast, precise, and reliable results. When it comes to your tools, choose the ones that are intentionally designed to enable your success. Download the Fisher Scientific CRISPR Brochure or explore their full offerings.

‘Tis the Season at the Grande Colonial
If you are looking to plan early and book your holiday parties soon, look no further than the Grande Colonial hotel in La Jolla. Elegant ocean-view holiday event facilities beckon those seeking the intimacy and personalized service of a boutique hotel. Guests will enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor venues, as well as catering options from the award-winning, Zagat-rated NINE-TEN, their Michelin Plate Distinction restaurant. Whether planning a small holiday luncheon for 10, a sit-down dinner for 40, or a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception for 60, guests can count on custom menus paired with the perfect holiday wines—all inspired by a matchless seaside setting. Explore their holiday offerings here. 

Suppliers Leading the Industry

AER Travel Turns 40
Biocom California is proud to be partnered with AER Travel as they celebrate 40 years of streamlining and simplifying the business of travel. Founded in San Diego in 1983, AER Travel is a locally-owned, independent travel management company which offers their customers an integrated online technology platform that empowers them to track travel expenditures—from invoice copies to locating travelers in real time. Their clients range from large billion-dollar corporations with hundreds of travelers and events like Endologix and the Los Angeles Chargers to small startup firms with as few as two executives. Learn more about how AER Travel can help manage your travel needs. 

OmniSync Wins Contract to Assist the Department of Defense 
Congratulations to OmniSync for obtaining a two-year contract by the Under Secretary of Defense, Research and Engineering for the expansion of their TurboInnovate platform. The contract aims to assist the Department of Defense with research investment impact analysis across all branches of the armed forces. Leading to this, OmniSync has not only aggregated massive databases of innovation data across the country but also developed artificial intelligence (AI) models that rapidly analyze millions of documents, specifically focused on scientific and technical content, and provide insightful inferences and analysis. The Department of Defense is just one of 10,000 innovation stakeholders that trust OmniSync to streamline their data and save their valuable time. To learn more, read the press release here.

Cision Launches New Tool to Share Press Releases
Cision, the industry leader in press release distribution, announced the launch of SocialBoost, a new social media tool designed to revolutionize social sharing of press releases. This innovative offering allows organizations to craft social media posts for end users to easily share on their social media channels—boosting organic social engagement significantly. “This solution ensures our customers’ stories are present everywhere to their stakeholders and influencers via all available channels to maximize their media opportunities,” says Nicole Guillot, Cision COO and President of PR Newswire. “You will only get this level of visibility working with PRN, and we fully report on measurable and actionable results.” Read the press release here. 

Upcoming Events & Webinars

September 28 | Thermo Fisher Scientific Tour | Tracy
Our Purchasing Group Advisory Committee will be hosting an exclusive tour of the Thermo Fisher Scientific distribution center on September 28. This is the fifth in a series of facility tours across the state to provide professional development opportunities to members of the committee. If you are interested in learning more about attending the upcoming tour and/or taking part in the Purchasing Group Advisory Committee, find the event page here or email Melissa Lucas. 

October 11 | New Tech Show & Startup Resource Fair | Orange County
Hosted by University Lab Partners and presented in partnership with Fisher Scientific, the OC Startup Resource Fair offers new ventures the opportunity to meet face-to-face with startup resource partners. Join us for lunch and meet with top subject matter experts in legal, HR, business resources, insurance, trade associations, product development, and much more. Network with fellow innovators and make strategic connections all in one place, on one day at the innovation center based at UCI Beall Applied Innovation. Learn more.

October 19 | Fisher Scientific Happy Hour | Irvine
Biocom California and Fisher Scientific invite you to a happy hour in Irvine to network with fellow life science enthusiasts in the greater Orange County area. This event aims to help build and foster the community and promote idea sharing to accelerate growth in the region. Register here.

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