In the world of science, connection is the key to discovery. It can be connecting with the right people, connecting funding at the right time, or a scientist connecting two unexpected things together for results that have never been seen before. Biocom is how the life science industry makes connections. We are how our members connect to community, capital and advocacy—and to new and better ways to work.
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1. Connections that matter | In a newly virtual world, staying connected has never been more important, and Biocom makes it easy to do just that. Members of Biocom’s 20+ committees continue to share best practices in remote meetings; our 1,400+ network is connecting virtually through Biocom conferences; and our growing list of resources are being leveraged through Biocom connections.
2. Economy-proof savings | As a trusted advisor and industry partner, Biocom Purchasing Group harnesses the collective purchasing power of over 1,400 member companies, matching best-in-class service providers with deep discounts, special terms and conditions, and other unique concessions available exclusively to our members. With over 35 supplier contracts, our proven resource chain saves members up to 25x their annual dues.
3. Coronavirus resources | Biocom’s Coronavirus Resource Center and Return to Work Resources have been pivotal in helping life science members craft best-in-class strategies to keep their organizations running smoothly and safely throughout the pandemic. Our Return to Work Risk Assessment Checklist and Return to Work Guide: The Path Forward, have been made available thanks to the hard work of Biocom’s Return to Work Task Force and members can also access free PPE, our Testing Solutions Guide as well as rapid-results drive-thru testing in select regions.
4. Events/Webinars/Education | Our events team has made sure that members are still receiving access to the high-quality programming in life science events and conferences that they’ve grown accustomed to. Our biotech events calendar includes dozens of events per month with topics tailored to cover the issues that matter most, like COVID-19 policies, facilities recommendations, venture capital innovations, crucial HR topics, and more. Biocom Institute’s professional development courses have also continued to provide workforces with invaluable education tools and competitive discounts.
5. Unparalleled visibility | Whether through Biocom’s amplified social channels, our digital LifeLines distribution, Biocom Member News, the Biocom Member Spotlight series, or a host of other options, Biocom members are getting their messages out through numerous visibility channels. Biocom members receive exposure to more than 500,000 life science professionals per year through events, speaking opportunities and visibility via our marketing channels and social media platforms.
How do I renew our Biocom Membership?
Your Biocom renewal invoice is emailed to the primary billing contact on file approximately 6–8 weeks prior to your renewal date/invoice due date. To request your invoice or update billing contact, please email [email protected].
What are the different options to pay the renewal invoice?
How do I update our company information and key contacts?
Email or call Kaeli Flaska at 858.832.4154. The primary billing contact will also receive an “Online Membership Renewal” link with your invoice approximately 6-8 weeks prior to your renewal which is pre-populated with your information. It will ask the contact to “edit” or “confirm” the information and “submit it”.
What is the Member Benefits Dashboard and how do I request it?
New: Stay on top of your company’s membership with a comprehensive, real-time report of your benefits by requesting it from [email protected]. You can view benefits across (4) major categories: Purchasing savings, Events participation, Committee involvement, and many other Visibility benefits.
How do I schedule a membership benefits review and/or ask questions about a renewal/invoice?
Please schedule a time to talk with our membership representatives here.
How do I connect with the purchasing group to schedule a purchasing/savings review, learn more about the 35+ suppliers or sign up with one and/or ask questions?
Please visit https://www.biocom.org/what-we-offer/purchasing-group/purchasing-meeting-request/ to request a meeting
How do I cancel our membership?
Please email [email protected] or call Michelle Wright 858.832.4159 for assistance.
