Worcester Life Sciences Summit Rebrands as Massachusetts Biomanufacturing Summit
Worcester, MA – [June 26, 2024] – The Worcester Life Sciences Summit proudly announces its rebranding to the Massachusetts Biomanufacturing Summit, reflecting its broadened mission and statewide focus. This premier event, hosted by Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives, MassBio, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, and Worcester Business Development Corporation, will be held on October 29th at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA.
This marks the 3rd annual event for the summit, which has seen tremendous success, with attendance and sponsorship selling out in 2022 and 2023. The Massachusetts Biomanufacturing Summit aims to foster a collaborative and innovative environment where professionals from across the state can gather to share knowledge, network, and learn from each other. The mission is to support and highlight Massachusetts’ leadership in the biomanufacturing sector, promoting consistent growth and advancement within the life sciences industry.
The event’s program committee which includes representatives from Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives, MassBio, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, UMASS Chan Medical School, and Worcester Business Development Corporation are enthusiastic about the event’s new direction.
“Massachusetts is home to two of the top six metros for biomanufacturing capacity in the United States, Boston and Worcester,” said Jon Weaver, President & CEO of Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives. “We are excited to celebrate the growth of this industry, expand the event’s reach beyond Central Massachusetts, and invite attendees from across the state and New England to join us in Worcester.”
The Massachusetts Biomanufacturing Summit, produced by Pat Hoey Productions, will feature programs on:
- Real Estate: Building the infrastructure for industry growth
- Bio-Industrial Manufacturing: The Emerging Bio-Industrial Market
- Federal Policy Implications
- Workforce: Training Centers and other obstacles
- Why Massachusetts: The strides Massachusetts has made and plans to make in the life sciences and biomanufacturing sector
- New Innovations in Manufacturing Technologies
The event promises to be a significant opportunity for professionals in the biomanufacturing and life sciences fields to connect and drive the future of the industry. For more information and to register, please visit the new event website at www.massbiomanufacturing.com
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Massachusetts Biomanufacturing Summit Program Committee Organizations:
About Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives
MBI is the longest-running life sciences incubator in the Commonwealth and is focused on establishing Central Massachusetts as a global biomanufacturing hub. They help emerging life sciences companies advance from concept to clinical trials, lead regional workforce development efforts, and drive the region’s biomanufacturing economic development strategy.
About MassBio
MassBio’s mission is to advance Massachusetts’ leadership in the life sciences to grow the industry, add value to the healthcare system, and improve patient lives. MassBio represents the premier global life sciences and healthcare hub, with 1,700+ members dedicated to preventing, treating, and curing diseases through transformative science and technology that brings value and hope to patients. Founded in 1985, MassBio works to advance policy and promote education, while providing member programs, events, industry information, and services for the #1 life sciences cluster in the world.
About Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
With a mission like no other, the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) aims to accelerate breakthroughs and opportunities for all. Made possible by a $1.6 billion public commitment, the MLSC launches funding programs, partnerships, and investments with a focus that is not just a single cluster, but a Commonwealth. They are home to an ecosystem that they’re building together. At the center of it all, they’re helping the life sciences move further, faster.
About UMASS Chan Medical School
UMass Chan Medical School is the commonwealth’s first and only public academic health sciences center. Their mission is to advance the health and wellness of our diverse communities throughout Massachusetts and across the world by leading and innovating in education, research, health care delivery and public service.
About Worcester Business Development Corporation
The Worcester Business Development Corporation was founded by people from your community, for your community. It works as a collaboration between public and private sectors to create a healthy economy in the Worcester area. They do this by recognizing and reacting to challenges in the local economy. Their main goal is to assist in the development of businesses in Worcester and foster growth of entrepreneurs in the area, as well as expand the tax base and promote employment opportunities.
About Pat Hoey Productions
Pat Hoey Productions has been a trusted name in event production and management for over 41 years. They specialize in producing large-scale events, trade shows, conferences, corporate gatherings, sporting events, and much more. Their dedicated team brings decades of experience in event production, management, fundraising, and association management, providing our clients with unparalleled expertise and personalized service. They are committed to making every event a success, ensuring seamless execution and unforgettable experiences for all attendees.
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