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IowaBio May 2019
MONTHLY UPDATE
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IowaBio All-Conference & Member Reception
Wednesday, July 10 | 5:30 – 7:30pm | Brenton Skating Plaza in DSM
In lieu of IowaBio’s annual summer outing, we will be hosting an All-Conference & Member reception during BIO World Congress on Wednesday, July 10th! See below for details and click here to register or sponsor now! This event FREE to all IowaBio members, contract vendors, local government officials and BIO World Congress attendees.
Why Sponsor?
Blue Sponsor - $5,000 • Reception registration list • Sponsorship of a designated round table with option to supply a leave-
behind info sheet and/or business card • Billing as top-level sponsor on all communication and materials
Green Sponsor - $2,500 • Sponsorship of a designated cocktail table with logo recognition • Sponsorship recognition on reception registration page and event
program White Sponsor - $1,000 • Sponsorship recognition on reception registration page and event program
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES In This Issue Participation Opportunities • IowaBio Summer
Reception: BIO World Congress on Industrial Technology
• 2019 Partnering for Growth Recap
IowaBio Announcements • Now Accepting Board
Nominations • Student Internship
Savings Opportunities • 2019 Rebate Opportunity
through Fisher Contract!
Upcoming Events • Midwest Events • Global Events
Industry News Subscriber Information • Session Bill Tracker • Capitol Report
2019 Sine Die Edition • Monthly Newsletter
Speaker Opportunities Social Media
Attend the Reception Sponsor the Reception
Why Attend? • Located in Downtown Des Moines next to the East Villiage • Special remarks by Iowa Secretary of Ag, Mike Naig • Entertainment by nationally recognized Isiserettes Drill and Drum Corp • Anticipated attendance of over 400 business executives, government officials,
academic researchers and end users from across the globe
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July 8-11, 2019 Des Moines, IA
(Return to Index) Iowa has the distinct honor of hosting the annual BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Ag Tech July 8-11, 2019, in Des Moines. This international event provides a unique forum for business executives, government officials, academic researchers and end users to share the latest advances in industrial chemicals and products, food ingredients, advanced biofuels and biorefinery platforms, synthetic biology, agricultural technologies, crop production and more.
Start-Up Stadium @ BIO World Congress! Designed to provide GreenTech start-up companies with the opportunity to access key members of the investment community, venture philanthropy groups, strategic partners, and non-dilutive capital. During the sessions, 32 start-up companies across 7 sessions will share their new technologies and value proposition through formal 8-minute presentations followed by a 6-minute Q&A to an audience of investors, analysts and strategists from across the value chain. Top Reasons to Attend BIO World Congress: • Biomass to Bioproducts in America’s Heartland • Meet and network with 800+ global business leaders, investors and policy makers • Attend programming all week that covers the latest in Industrial Biotech including
Synthetic Biology and Genetic Editing, Advanced Biofuels, Biobased Materials, Renewable Chemicals, Flavors, Fragrances and Food Ingredients, Agricultural Crop Technologies and Biomass Supply.
• Schedule targeted meetings using our BIO One-on-One PartneringTM System - partnering access is open to all attendees.
• Experience and learn about the latest in technology and innovation in the Exhibit Hall and throughout the event.
VIEW THE ATTENDEE AND EVENT SUMMARY
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A Gathering of Industry Leaders
900 Attendees
572 Companies
35 Countries
Download Program Overview
Submit an Application
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April 30 & May 1, 2019 FFA Enrichment Center, Ankeny, IA
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1:1 Meeting Stats 84
Meetings 187
Attendees 128
Companies
Conference Photos
To view all photos from this year's conference, please click here.
2019 Award Winners
Biotech Innovation Showcase Award: Cardio Diagnostics LLC
Presented by IowaBio
(L-R: Melissa Moyer, IowaBio; Meesha Dogan, Cardio Diagnostics LLC; Jessica Hyland, IowaBio)
Iowa Biotech Leader Award:
Dr. Michael Abramoff
Sponsored by America’s Cultivation Corridor
(L-R: Jessica Hyland, IowaBio; Dr. Michael Abramoff, IDx; Billi Hunt, America’s Cultivation Corridor)
Presentations
View available presentations from our Keynotes, Emerging Company precentors and Breakout Panelists on the 2019 PFG Recap Page
View Recap Page
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Call for Board Nominations
Now accepting nominations for our Board of Directors
Submit Your Nomination IowaBio is now accepting five nominations for the 2020-2022 term as well as an additional immediate opening to fulfill a former Board Member's 2018-2020 term. Nominations will be accepted through May 17, 2019 and the final slate of officers will be voted on at our June 13th Annual Member Meeting. All IowaBio members are welcome to attend the meeting in-person or via conference call. Nominations will be accepted to fill Board seats from the following industry categories:
• Two (2) from the Healthcare/Pharmaceuticals/Medical Devices industry (to start January 1, 2020) • Two (2) from the Food/Agriculture/Veterinary Medicine industry (to start January 1, 2020) • Two (2) from the Industrial/Environmental industry (one for immediate start and one to start January 1, 2020)
For details on the vacancies and those continuing on the Board, please click here. The Nominating Committee for the Board of Director elections will review all submissions and is responsible for presenting a slate of directors to vote on during IowaBio’s Annual Member Meeting, held on June 13, 2019 at Agribusiness Association of Iowa. An email will be issued to all members on May 29 to announce the proposed slate of Board Members. If you nominated yourself or a colleague and they are not listed on the May 29 announcement, you may re-submit your nomination, endorsed with the names of not less than five voting (Core) members of Iowa Biotechnology Association. Re-submissions must be sent to IowaBio’s Executive Director, Jessica Hyland, via email at [email protected] no later than June 6, 2019. Policy specifies that IowaBio’s Chair, Victor Nsereko, appoints this year's Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee is as follows:
• Victor Nsereko, Diamond V (Chair of the Nominating Committee) • Todd McManus, Integrated DNA Technologies • Michael Walter, University of Northern Iowa
Please click here to submit your nominations online by May 17, 2019. As in the past, we seek individuals from Core members who have demonstrated a high degree of commitment to IowaBio, who have actively participated in our activities, who have demonstrated effective leadership abilities, and who have exhibited a high degree of personal and professional integrity. It is also critically important that each nominee has the support from her/his company to travel and attend the IowaBio events and quarterly Board meetings throughout the three-year term. Please complete a Nomination Form for each person you wish to nominate and receive the concurrence of your nominee before submitting them. Self-nominations are also welcome.
IowaBio Announcements
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This internship is an exciting opportunity for a student who may be interested in a Marketing career in the fast-growing Biotechnology Industry. We are seeking a driven individual who will assist us part-time in fulfilling the mission of our association. The student selected for this position will have a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn and an ability to adapt to a variety of situations. The selected student will be asked to fulfill the following responsibilities:
• Assist in the promotion of events hosted by the Association via e-mail, website, social media and other channels.
o To view our annual events, please click here
• Create social media campaigns for IowaBio events and maintain the Association’s different media platforms by creating unique content, sharing member news and engaging with followers
• Organize and assist in the logistical operations associated with each event such as registrations, payments,
name badges, etc.
• Create marketing materials for events such as posters, flyers, and PowerPoint slides.
• Coordinate other marketing-related activities for the association as assigned including information pieces, website updates, media relations, newsletter, public relations, etc.
• Participate as a team member within the association and take initiative to complete tasks in a timely and professional fashion.
Interested candidates will be evaluated via their resume and personal interview. This is a PAID position to be negotiated with the selected candidate. The selected candidate will work in a flexible, small-office atmosphere and have the opportunity to interface with leaders in one of Iowa’s most exciting and fastest growing industries. The internship will begin June 10, 2019 and end May 31, 2020 with the potential for longer based on performance and availability. Hours during the summer will be 30 hours/week and once Fall semester begins, 15 hours/week. Please send your resume to [email protected], by May 17, 2019 if you are interested in this opportunity.
IOWA BIOTECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION STUDENT INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY – APPLY BY MAY 17TH (Return to Index)
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SAVINGS OPPORTUNITIES
IowaBio members that purchase items through our Fisher contract have an opportunity to earn a 1% rebate on growth spend at the end of 2019.
To Qualify Members Must:
• Be an active IowaBio member as of December 31, 2019
• Use IowaBio’s Fisher contract before December 1, 2019
• Increase your total Fisher catalog spend from the 2018 calendar year
• Reach a minimum rebate total of $50
For more information or a price comparison on frequently purchased items, contact your Fisher representative or IowaBio at: [email protected]
For a downloadable flyer to share with your colleagues or purchasing department
please click here.
The Savings Continue…
2019 Rebate Opportunity
To Qualify Members Must:
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Midwest Events (Return to Index)
38th Annual Midwest Association of Analytical Communities and Chemists Meeting and Exposition May 20 – 22, 2019 | Des Moines, IA The Midwest section of the AOAC includes analytical chemists and researchers focused on food and ag safety and quality. The range of topics for their annual conference will include toxicology, soil quality testing, pesticides, pathogens and hope to add a session covering analytical quality and safety analysis of hemp products. (Return to Index)
ABI Taking Care of Business Conference June 4 – 6, 2019 | Ames, IA The Iowa Association of Business and Industry’s Taking Care of Business Conference is Iowa’s premier business conference, bringing together industry leaders to learn, network and share ideas on how to grow and strengthen Iowa’s business climate. If you are passionate about business in Iowa, you need to attend this conference. Interested in sponsoring the 2019 conference? Contact Kathy Anderson, [email protected], 515-235-0575. Registration opens February 21, 2019 (Return to Index)
IowaBio Annual Member Meeting June 13, 2019 | Des Moines, IA All IowaBio members are welcome to attend and participate in our Annual Member Meeting, during which we will vote on the 2020 Board of Director roster and provide an overview of our recent and upcoming activities and successes. The meeting will be held at Agribusiness Assocation of Iowa. For more information, please email Melissa Moyer at [email protected]. (Return to Index)
BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Ag Tech
July 8 – 11, 2019 | Des Moines, IA Iowa has the distinct honor of hosting the annual BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology from July 8-11, 2019, in Des Moines. This international event provides a unique forum for business executives, government officials, academic researchers and end users to share the latest advances in industrial chemicals and products, food ingredients, advanced biofuels and biorefinery platforms, synthetic biology, agricultural technologies, crop production and more. (Return to Index)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Global Events (Return to Index)
3rd Global Congress
on Advanced Biotechnology
May 22-23, 2019 Rome, Italy
FierceBiotech: Executive Breakfast
June 5, 2019 Philadelphia, PA
BIO International Convention
Jun e 3-6, 2019 Phi lad elph ia, PA
2019 New York Venture Summit
Ju ly 9-10, 2019 New York Ci ty , NY
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Iowa Innovation Corporation now hiring for commercial Officers
FDA Approves Amgen’s EVENITY for the Treatment of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women at High Risk for Fracture
DuPont Introduces New Thermal-Conductive Interface Material for HEV/EV Battery Assembly
National Corn Growers Association is now Accepting Entries for the 2019 National Corn Yield Contest
MEMBER INDUSTRY NEWS
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Session Bill Tracker (Return to Index) A weekly report issued every Friday during legislative session. This report provides an update on state and federal activities as well as a tracking record of bills relevant to the biotech industry and IowaBio’s position. This report is best suited for government affairs representatives and biotech companies engaged in policy efforts. To subscribe please email Jessica Hyland at: [email protected]
Capitol Report (Return to Index) VIEW 2019 SINE DIE EDITION The Capitol Report is a legislative update issued on a periodic basis and allows readers to learn more about our legislative activities and bills that may affect the biotechnology industry. If you would like to receive these reports by email, please visit www.iowabio.org/capitolreport - a link to subscribe and view archives is available on this page.
Monthly Newsletter (Return to Index) This message was sent to you as a benefit of membership with IowaBio and/or a subscriber of our monthly newsletter. If you know of a company that would benefit from the Association’s advocacy, financial savings and education/workforce focus, please have them contact the Association at 515-327-9156 or email [email protected]. Membership details are also available at www.iowabio.org/membership. If you would like more information on any topic or no longer wish to receive these messages, please email [email protected] or call 515-494-9242.
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IowaBio staff members are available to give 15-60 minute speeches to interested groups, such as Rotary Clubs, trade associations, or civic groups. A broad range of topics could be discussed, included biotechnology, healthcare, food vs. fuel, legislative policy, investment and more. Contact Jessica Hyland at (515) 822-1315 or [email protected]
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