WEST
PALM BEACH, Fla., April 30,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 500 life science
professionals gathered at Momentum Labs | Alachua for BioFlorida's 19th Annual
Celebration of Biotechnology. This lively community event offered
attendees the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, learn
about new innovations, and explore the bountiful career
opportunities this rapidly growing field provides locally and
across the state.
With over 100 interactive exhibits from emerging biotech
companies, research institutions, and economic development groups,
the celebration highlighted the breadth and momentum of
Florida's life sciences
sector.
"BioFlorida's Celebration of Biotechnology offers the local and
statewide community an opportunity to meet an ever-growing number
of new biopharmaceutical and medtech companies as well as industry
leaders," says BioFlorida President and CEO, Mark Glickman. "This steady industry growth has
been achieved thanks to a collaborative, nurturing
environment."
Brief remarks were also shared by key figures including
Seth Lane from Concept Companies;
Alachua Mayor Gib Coerper; and
FloridaCommerce executive TJ Villamil, who encouraged attendees to
leverage state resources that actively support life sciences
ventures.
This year's event also debuted the Talent Table focused entirely
on training programs, academic pathways, internships, and jobs.
With demand outpacing supply for many skilled positions, the
opportunity to connect directly with employers, educators, and
workforce development leaders proved invaluable — especially for
young professionals and career changers.
Community events like BioFlorida's Celebration of Biotechnology
allow professionals and prospective talent to plug into this
momentum while fueling even faster expansion. For more information
on future BioFlorida events, visit www.BioFlorida.com.
About BioFlorida
BioFlorida is the voice of Florida's life sciences industry, representing
8,600 establishments and research organizations in BioPharma,
MedTech, Digital Health, and Health Systems that collectively
employ nearly 107,000 Floridians (Source: TEConomy/BIO).
BioFlorida's member driven initiatives provide a strong climate for
the advancement of innovative products and technology that improve
lives and promote economic benefits to the state.
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