IowaBio Event Recaps
| IowaBio Events and COVID-19 IowaBio has been keeping up with the latest government and industry news on the COVID-19 pandemic. As an Association we are grateful for the work of member companies responding to COVID-19 directly, by helping tackle the virus and its effects by developing vaccines, treatments and tests, to implementing policies internally to lessen the impact of this public health emergency. As staff, we have implemented measures to mitigate the spread of the virus. We know this is a time of great uncertainty, and a time of stress for individuals and our member companies. Although this makes planning some of the in-person benefits of our Association offers such as networking opportunities and educational events difficult, we are still here to serve the members, especially in this time of need. With that at the forefront of our minds, we intend to move forward with planning for events the remainder of 2020. We will continue to follow CDC and Iowa Department of Public Health guidelines, and if cancellation of any IowaBio event due to COVID-19 should be required and/or prudent to protect the health of our members, sponsors, and guests, we will absolutely do so. Weighing each situation, we pledge to ensure fairness to our sponsors and attendees, who have made financial commitments to events that must be cancelled. We can all look forward to the time that we can soon plan for and hold events without this concern, but for now, we hope you will look forward with us to planning and participating in IowaBio’s events and educational opportunities, to enjoy the networking and educational benefits IowaBio provides its members. We appreciate your continued support of and participation in IowaBio. |
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The Iowa Biotech Showcase & Conference (IBSC - formerly known as Partnering for Growth) is a two-day conference in March featuring a biotech pitch competition, entrepreneur essentials and key collaborations sessions, industry-specific tracks, a plenary keynote and panel featuring past Biotech Showcase winners, an industry-focused legislative update, and a 1:1 meeting scheduler. IBSC brings together innovators, investors, biotech leaders, and support vendors, and provides top-notch information and content for our diverse membership. |
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Animal Health in the Heartland Symposium offers key state and industry leaders the opportunity to discuss solutions for animal health preparedness. This annual event allows industry, academia and government sector leaders to interface and address the world’s most foremost animal health issues, collaborate, and solve problems. |
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Business Essentials (formerly Innovation Advancement Workshop) offers expert content on the latest business, legal, regulatory, and political trends that impact the biotech industry. Member organization experts and member attorneys typically cover these applications from a broad perspective, beyond just the legal implications. Attendees will learn how to leverage the practical experiences of other industry experts as to how to address the most current issues and trends within their own organizations. |
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IowaBio's Summer Outing is a chance to get out in the fresh air and have some fun! Whether it's a golf outing at The Legacy Golf Club, a baseball outing at Principal Park, or an evening by the river with local entertainment, this member-only event offers a great day of fun, relaxation and networking! |
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Biotech Spotlight Series is an event that highlights biotech clusters throughout the state of Iowa. Every year IowaBio spotlights multiple companies within a different region of the state. Representatives from each company are in attendance to provide a company overview and answer questions. This is a free event and we strongly encourage Industry members, State Legislators, Community members, Economic Development Partners, and anyone else who is interested to participate. |
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Welcome Back Legislative Reception takes place at the start of the legislative session and is a great opportunity to make new connections and meet with elected officials. The event is held at the State Historical Building in Des Moines, Iowa. |
