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What’s Inside: See You at #BIO2024 Next Week; University Community Plan Update Passes; SANDAG Appoints New CEO; Learn About Our Fellowship Programs; and more.
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See below for some of the latest news, trends, and resources surrounding the San Diego life science industry. As always, if you have company news or information you’d like included, please get in touch. |
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Welcome New San Diego Members
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University City Plan Update Reaches Major Milestone
Following five years of community meetings, the University Community Plan Update had a public hearing on May 30 at the city’s Planning Commission. Biocom California has been participating in these conversations since their inception—providing input on the evolution and needs of the life science industry, including additional workforce housing and flexibility for labs to be located closer to homes and amenities. Our staff was present to speak in support of the plan as drafted, which received unanimous approval from the commissioners. The plan will dictate land use in the life science hub over the next 30plus years. The plan now goes to Land Use and Housing Committee and City Council by the end of July.
San Diego County Water Authority to Increase Rates
The San Diego County Water Authority is set to increase the amount it charges local agencies for wholesale water by 38% over the next three years. The City of San Diego is one of the 23 local agencies that buy water from the County Water Authority. The increase will force those agencies to also raise rates, but the amount passed on to customers will vary. Biocom California plans to sign onto a business coalition letter expressing concern about a potential rate increase.
SANDAG Appoints New CEO
The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG), the county’s transportation authority, appointed Mario Orso as its new CEO after a nationwide search. Praised for his expertise by the SANDAG board, Orso vows a commitment to regional needs. He begins June 17, overseeing SANDAG’s operations, budget, and vital projects, emphasizing partnership for community progress.
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Attend Our Inaugural Venture Hub Showcase on Monday, June 3
Are you planning to attend the 2024 BIO Conference in San Diego? Join us at our Venture Hub Showcase pitch event to learn more about some of our member companies and to network with investors and strategic partners. Learn more and register here.
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Inspire the Next Generation of Female STEAM Leaders
Back by popular demand, Generation STEAM’s Girls Who Lead Summer Externship is a week-long program for underrepresented high school girls to tour local science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) companies and participate in career exposure workshops. From July 29 to August 9, two cohorts of students will visit up to 10 companies. Each visit includes a tour of the company/campus, panel discussions and hands-on activities. Historically, this program fills up quickly—if you’re interested in getting involved please contact Annie Warner.
BCSI Microcredentials and Certified Evaluator for Bioscience
Generation STEAM, Biocom California’s K-12 STEAM Education affiliate, is introducing microcredentials to high school students in Southern California, a process that will allow students to demonstrate competency in hirable lab skills. Check out our informational webinar, beginning at 15:40, to learn more about these industry-designed lab skills, and the training program for Certified Evaluators. Register today for the training on June 14 and 15.
Contribute to the Growth of the Life Science Community
Are you passionate about workforce development and fostering diverse talent in the life science industry? If so, we invite you to be part of an inspiring evening at Biocom California Institute’s Life Science Fellowship Capstone Event. You will have the opportunity to learn about our fellowship programs and how you can play a vital role in supporting the next generation of life science leaders. Whether you’re interested in sponsoring, mentoring, or volunteering, this event is your gateway to meaningful engagement with our programs. For more information, reach out to Paulina Fonville.
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Portfolio Update
The Core by Biocom California and Fisher Scientific teams are proud to provide Biocom California members with the products, programs and services they need to succeed. In support of this, we added two additional resource pages to our savings portfolio to capture the full extent of the resources available to our members through the Fisher Scientific channel. Explore the two new landing pages below and reach out to your account manager with any questions.
Pharmacy Marketplace & Trends Webinar | June 18
Have you ever wondered about the state of the current pharmacy market
with all the new drugs (i.e., GLP-1s, biosimilars), short and long-term
implications and cost pressures? What are the key trends and how does legislation play into all this? Join the Marsh McLennan Agency team for an overview of the current pharmacy marketplace and what to expect beyond 2024 at their upcoming webinar. Learn more.
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Partner Events
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Amigos@BIO Networking Event
Join Latinos in Bio for the Amigos@BIO Networking Event on Wednesday, June 5 at Café Sevilla downtown. This event, affiliated with BIO, offers a unique opportunity to connect with Latino professionals in the life sciences industry. Register now as spaces are limited.
Connect’s Summer Social at the Flower Fields
As part of our larger Converge initiative, we are partnering with more regional tech-based companies and associations to bring our members cross-industry connections. We’re excited to share that Connect is extending an invitation to their upcoming Summer Social event and Biocom California members receive a 10% discount. Register here. Use promo code: BIOCOMCONNECT
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Biocom California | San Diego
Biocom California is the largest, most experienced leader and advocate for California’s life science sector. Our San Diego 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 greater San Diego 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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