Michael Barbella, Managing Editor01.02.24
BIOQuébec and BioFlorida have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to intensify collaboration and bolster life sciences industry growth in both regions.
Acknowledging the global nature of the life sciences sector and the potential for local life sciences companies to flourish with international collaborations, both associations have instituted a detailed two-year partnership. This MOU is structured with a vision to offer a collaborative platform that will benefit members of both organizations and drive economic development for both regions.
“Fostering global connections and innovation and fueling growth are key to advancing the life sciences industry in Florida,” BioFlorida President/CEO Nancy K. Bryan said. “Our strategic partnership with BIOQuébec is a testament to our commitment to providing our members with access to new opportunities, collaborative platforms, and a wider network. Together, we aim to catalyze growth in the life sciences sectors of both regions, promoting not only the strength of our individual ecosystems but also the power of international collaboration within the life sciences industry."
Key benefits for members of both organizations include:
To ensure the partnership's effectiveness, both organizations will monitor progress to ensure set objectives are achieved, integration is successful, and reciprocal benefits are extended to all members. These efforts will emphasize shared learning from each association's unique approach to life sciences community development, strategies, and initiatives. Through this partnership, both BIOQuébec and BioFlorida demonstrate a commitment to driving growth, fostering innovation, and creating new opportunities for their members in the ever-evolving life sciences industry.
"This is BIOQuébec’s third partnership in the U.S., after Massachusetts and Wisconsin. Bilateral partnerships of this nature not only bolster our members’ businesses on the international stage, but also spotlight the robust offerings of our local ecosystem to enterprises from other growing biotech regions such as Florida," commented BIOQuébec CEO Benolt Larose.
BIOQuébec is the voice of more than 130 companies from Québec, encompassing all facets of health research—from fundamental studies to the assimilation of therapeutic innovations within the healthcare system. This group includes biotech firms, contract research organizations, investors, and biopharmaceutical companies and organizations at different stages of development. BIOQuébec's primary objectives are advocacy, business growth, and cultivating strategic partnerships, all aimed at propelling Québec's biotechnology and life sciences sector to the forefront on the international stage.
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. BioFlorida’s member-driven initiatives provide a strong business climate for advancing products and technology that improve lives and promote economic benefits to the state.
Acknowledging the global nature of the life sciences sector and the potential for local life sciences companies to flourish with international collaborations, both associations have instituted a detailed two-year partnership. This MOU is structured with a vision to offer a collaborative platform that will benefit members of both organizations and drive economic development for both regions.
“Fostering global connections and innovation and fueling growth are key to advancing the life sciences industry in Florida,” BioFlorida President/CEO Nancy K. Bryan said. “Our strategic partnership with BIOQuébec is a testament to our commitment to providing our members with access to new opportunities, collaborative platforms, and a wider network. Together, we aim to catalyze growth in the life sciences sectors of both regions, promoting not only the strength of our individual ecosystems but also the power of international collaboration within the life sciences industry."
Key benefits for members of both organizations include:
- Exclusive access to member-only events.
- Preferential registration rates for all partnered events.
- Opportunities for networking and business development, encompassing pitch competitions, conferences, career fairs, and other significant activities.
To ensure the partnership's effectiveness, both organizations will monitor progress to ensure set objectives are achieved, integration is successful, and reciprocal benefits are extended to all members. These efforts will emphasize shared learning from each association's unique approach to life sciences community development, strategies, and initiatives. Through this partnership, both BIOQuébec and BioFlorida demonstrate a commitment to driving growth, fostering innovation, and creating new opportunities for their members in the ever-evolving life sciences industry.
"This is BIOQuébec’s third partnership in the U.S., after Massachusetts and Wisconsin. Bilateral partnerships of this nature not only bolster our members’ businesses on the international stage, but also spotlight the robust offerings of our local ecosystem to enterprises from other growing biotech regions such as Florida," commented BIOQuébec CEO Benolt Larose.
BIOQuébec is the voice of more than 130 companies from Québec, encompassing all facets of health research—from fundamental studies to the assimilation of therapeutic innovations within the healthcare system. This group includes biotech firms, contract research organizations, investors, and biopharmaceutical companies and organizations at different stages of development. BIOQuébec's primary objectives are advocacy, business growth, and cultivating strategic partnerships, all aimed at propelling Québec's biotechnology and life sciences sector to the forefront on the international stage.
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. BioFlorida’s member-driven initiatives provide a strong business climate for advancing products and technology that improve lives and promote economic benefits to the state.