Accelevir Diagnostics is a growing Maryland-based biotechnology company focused on developing innovative assays for ultra-rare analytes in infectious diseases and other fields. With expertise in virology, immunology, and genomics, the team specializes in creating, scaling, and commercializing complex assay workflows to support biopharma partners from basic research through clinical trials.

Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE: ARE), an S&P 500® urban office real estate investment trust, is the first, longest-tenured, and pioneering owner, operator, and developer uniquely focused on collaborative life science, agtech, and technology campuses in AAA innovation cluster locations. Founded in 1994, Alexandria pioneered this niche and has since established a significant market presence in key locations, including Greater Boston, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, San Diego, Seattle, Maryland, and Research Triangle. Alexandria also provides strategic capital to transformative life science, agtech, and technology companies through our venture capital platform.

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to combat the world’s most challenging diseases and enhance people's lives, making them easier, fuller, and longer. The company discovers, develops, manufactures, and delivers innovative medicines that assist millions of patients worldwide. Having helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago, Amgen continues to remain at the forefront of innovation, utilizing technology and human genetic data to advance beyond current knowledge.

APTAGEN Labs is a biotechnology and life-sciences company specializing in synthetic biology. The company stands as a global leader in developing DNA-based antibodies known as aptamers, boasting over 30 years of experience. Aptamers serve as target-recognition elements with high affinity and specificity against various targets, including small molecules, protein biomarkers, cells, and tissues. These aptamers offer an alternative platform to traditional antibodies for diagnostic, therapeutic, and bio-industrial applications.

AURP - a non-profit international organization with offices in the Washington, D.C. area at the University of Maryland Discovery District; headquarters in Tucson, Arizona, at the University of Arizona Tech Park; and another situated in Northern California - focuses on creating communities of innovation and education for research parks, both operating and planned, plus innovation districts, incubators, accelerators and the businesses that support the research park industry. AURP and its global membership promote research, institute-industry relations and innovation districts to foster innovation and to facilitate the transfer of technology from such institutions to the private sector. Learn more: www.aurp.net

Big4Bio is the premier aggregator of news and developments in the life sciences sector. The company's name represents the cornerstone "Big 4" in biosciences and health: drugs, devices, diagnostics, and digital (also known as the "four D's"). Big4Bio offers free, daily email newsletters that provide readers with easy-to-scan headlines to "Big 4" content gleaned from thousands of industry sources. The company produces individual summaries for the most significant life sciences markets in the world, including Boston, San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Philadelphia, the DC/VA/MD region (Capital Region), New York City, Los Angeles, and Seattle.

BioBuzz's mission is to better connect the life science workforce. The company's talent networks leverage the power of community and technology to advance careers, grow jobs, and enable individuals and companies to access greater opportunities, ensuring that life science innovation and industry thrive. BioBuzz assists companies in hiring flexible, on-demand talent for their project or consulting needs. Its regionally-focused networks create, connect, and amplify impact across the life science workforce in growing biohubs, including the BioHealth Capital Region, Greater Philadelphia, and Research Triangle Park. BioBuzz supports life science professionals at nearly every stage of their career as they learn, grow, lead, and innovate.

Biohealth Innovation, Inc. (BHI) is a regional non-profit innovation intermediary that brings scientists, start-up veterans, and industry experts together to support the translation of research from labs to patients. Our strategic focus on commercially relevant growth-stage companies results in entrepreneurs who are more likely than their peers to commercialize new technologies and advance their healthcare innovations. BHI is home to the only private-sector-led NIH Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) program, which has expanded to include 12 experts in various disciplines located throughout the United States. Together, BHI’s staff, EIRs, and network of professionals help de-risk the technical and business elements of product development.

Blackbird Labs seeks to bridge the gap between pioneering academic science and industry by providing capital, program management, and strategic scientific and business input from its team of life sciences professionals. The company employs a value-driven model centered on several core principles: de-risking innovative technology for commercialization, attracting investment and creating start-ups, entering into meaningful public-private partnerships, and fostering a success-based ecosystem in Baltimore.

As the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of premier workplaces in the United States, BXP's mission is to envision, develop, and manage exceptional properties that enhance client success, strengthen communities, and advance opportunity. The company creates environments for forward-thinking companies to shape corporate culture, energize their workforce, and accelerate their growth.

The BRAINBox Solutions™ multi-modality approach is designed to aid clinicians in the diagnosis of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and provide information regarding the likelihood of post-injury symptoms. This approach incorporates blood biomarker panels that are available on both point-of-care instruments and standard laboratory systems, as well as neurocognitive testing. The goal is to provide objective evidence of injury and a prognosis report on a patient’s likelihood of experiencing post-injury symptoms. The company will continue to assess other relevant modalities to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care.

Danforth Advisors is the life science industry’s trusted partner for strategic and operational support across corporate, clinical, and commercial functions. The company advises and executes in the areas of finance and accounting, strategic communications, human resources, risk management, clinical and regulatory, and commercial readiness and launch. Founded in 2011, Danforth has partnered with more than 1,000 life science companies, private and public, across all stages of the corporate lifecycle. Additional information is available at www.danforthadvisors.com

Deloitte is one of the world's largest professional services organizations, providing a wide range of services in the areas audit and assurance, consulting, tax, and advisory services. 

The City of Frederick Maryland government is dedicated to serving its residents by providing essential services, fostering community development, and promoting economic growth. The government operates under a mayor-council system, focusing on transparency, sustainability, and improving the quality of life for all citizens. It manages various aspects of city life, including public safety, infrastructure, and community services, while also encouraging civic engagement and planning for the city’s future.

George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls more than 40,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity and commitment to accessibility. The Institute for Biohealth Innovation (IBI) at Mason unites 300 faculty and thousands of students across 34 departments and centers who conduct research with the goal of advancing human health and wellbeing at multiple scales, from individuals to populations. The team works with national and international collaborators to address six major areas of research to include infectious diseases, brain and behavior, cancer, injury and performance, environmental, reproductive and family health, and metabolic and cardiovascular health. Connect and Come Innovate with Us:

The Georgetown University Office of Technology Commercialization is dedicated to advancing GU’s innovations through strategic alliances and new venture creation. It facilitates the translation of research breakthroughs into tangible solutions and cultivates a dynamic and inclusive environment for entrepreneurship. The office advances this mission in support of the GU community and for the benefit of society. Its goal is to be effective partners in innovation and research translation through continuous engagement, knowledgeable and accessible staff, and a supportive network.

At GT, innovation is more than just talk. It’s in our DNA. GT utilizes a systemic, holistic approach to innovation, helping you cut through the noise. In our experience, the most productive models come from an open, transparent, and collaborative relationship with our clients. Everything we do is rooted in our desire to provide clients with quality legal representation.

HJF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. They serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global real estate services firm specializing in commercial property management, investment management, and development. With operations in over 80 countries, JLL provides a comprehensive range of services including leasing, property sales, facility management, and advisory services. The company is committed to sustainability, innovation, and delivering value to clients by combining deep industry expertise with advanced technology solutions. JLL serves a wide variety of industries, helping businesses optimize their real estate strategies and achieve their financial goals.

Now open, Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JLABS @ Washington, DC is the newest Johnson & Johnson Innovation – JLABS life science and healthcare incubator. The state-of-the-art site is open to entrepreneurs and innovators, and startups focused on innovation across the healthcare spectrum, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, consumer, and health tech.

In a fast-moving and increasingly complex global economy, our success depends on how faithfully we adhere to our core principles: delivering exceptional client service; acting with integrity and responsibility; and supporting the growth of our employees.

Kelly Government Solutions (KGS) is a prime contractor to the federal government, and a strategic business partner to its contractor community—providing workforce management, project management, outsourcing, consulting, and contract compliance services.

KPMG is a Big 4 Accounting Firm providing audit, tax, and consulting services to businesses of all sizes and stages from biotechnology start-ups to large multinational pharmaceutical companies. Our dedicated Life Sciences professionals have deep industry experience of the issues you face including fundraising, collaboration arrangements, and SEC registration and reporting. 

As the state’s primary economic development agency, we stimulate private investment and create jobs by attracting new businesses, encouraging the expansion and retention of existing companies, and providing workforce training and financial assistance to Maryland companies. The Department also promotes the state’s many economic advantages and markets local products and services at home and abroad to spur economic development and international investment, trade, and tourism.

miRecule™ is an early-stage biotechnology company developing RNA-based therapeutics. Our approach to drug design revolves around using genomic patient data to create highly tailored therapeutics – the right drug for the right patient. Our proprietary DREAmiR™ platform utilizes genomic and outcome data from thousands of patients to identify underlying genetic changes that cause their disease and then creates a novel RNA therapeutic that can directly target and fix that genetic abnormality. miRecule is currently applying the DREAmiR™ platform to develop first-in-class therapies, with lead programs in Head & neck Cancer and Muscular Dystrophy.

The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) is dedicated to fostering economic growth and innovation in Montgomery County, Maryland. MCEDC connects businesses, entrepreneurs, and investors with resources, talent, and opportunities to thrive in the region. By supporting a diverse range of industries, including life sciences, technology, and cybersecurity, the organization plays a key role in driving the local economy forward. MCEDC is committed to creating a vibrant business environment that attracts and retains top talent and enterprises.

Noble Life Sciences is a contract research organization (CRO) that provides a full continuum of preclinical drug, vaccine and medical device development services, from initial product discovery to GLP-compliant studies. Their services are designed to help you advance from concept to clinic faster and more efficiently.

PQE Group is an ISO 9001-certified technology solutions and compliance consulting services company with global capabilities deliverable throughout the entire product quality life cycle. With offices located worldwide and a full-ranged broad service portfolio, extensive experience, effective project management, and exceptional cost effectiveness, PQE’s solutions are proven to be the winning combination for global corporations, as well as small and medium-sized companies.

With offices in 151 countries and a workforce of more than 364,000 people, PWC stands among the leading professional services networks in the world. The company helps organizations and individuals create the value they seek by delivering quality in Assurance, Tax, and Advisory services.

As the second largest county in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Prince William County is a community of choice with a strong, diverse economic base, where individuals and families choose to live, work and play and businesses choose to locate. Offering unmatched access to Northern Virginia’s 1.5 million workers and an unparalleled quality of place, Prince William County provides businesses fast access to top U.S. markets, a diverse workforce, and the world. The Prince William County Department of Economic Development’s mission is “to improve the County’s economic base by encouraging new businesses to locate in Prince William County, retain existing businesses, and encourage existing businesses to expand.” The Department works hard to create a pro-business, globally competitive environment that generates new, high-quality, and sustainable job opportunities for our citizens and engages in a broad portfolio of services, partnerships and strategic alliances to benefit the business community and stimulate the economy.

QIAGEN is the leading global provider of Sample to Insight solutions that enable customers to gain valuable molecular insights from samples containing the building blocks of life. Our sample technologies isolate and process DNA, RNA and proteins from blood, tissue and other materials. Assay technologies make these biomolecules visible and ready for analysis. Bioinformatics software and knowledge bases interpret data to report relevant, actionable insights. Automation solutions tie these together in seamless and cost-effective workflows.

Scheer Partners has consistently been recognized as one of the leading full-service commercial real estate firms in the Washington Metropolitan region for over two decades. The firm is committed to and has demonstrated its ability to evaluate organization-specific real estate needs, analyze market conditions, develop appropriate strategies, and execute plans in a timely and effective manner. This approach has earned Scheer Partners a proven track record for delivering results.

Shulman Rogers is a full-service law firm with its principal office located in Potomac, Maryland and branch offices in Tysons Corner, Virginia, Alexandria, Virginia, Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Today, with 110+ attorneys, 30+ legal assistants and more than 75 other staff and support personnel, we provide service to national, regional and local clients and work collaboratively across practice groups to respond to all their legal needs.

TASK (The Aurum Institute) is a leading South African research organization focused on advancing the fight against tuberculosis (TB) and other infectious diseases. Established as a non-profit entity, TASK collaborates with international partners to conduct clinical trials, operational research, and epidemiological studies aimed at developing and implementing innovative healthcare solutions. The organization is committed to improving public health outcomes by translating scientific research into practical interventions that benefit communities worldwide.

Leading Innovation to Market. TEDCO provides funding, resources and connections that early-stage technology and life sciences companies need to thrive in Maryland. TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation) is an independent instrumentality of the State of Maryland, established by the Maryland General Assembly in 1998, to facilitate the creation of businesses and support their growth in all regions of the State. TEDCO's role is to be Maryland's leading source of funding for early-stage, technology-based businesses; to provide other business assistance to entrepreneurs throughout the State; and to foster technology transfer and commercialization from the State’s universities and Federal labs. TEDCO is leading innovation to market in Maryland and contributing to a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State through its various programs and funds.

USP is an independent, scientific nonprofit organization focused on building trust in the supply of safe, quality medicines. We are working to strengthen the global supply chain so that the medicines people rely on for health are available when needed and work as expected.

United Therapeutics Corporation is a biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative products to address the unmet medical needs of patients with chronic and life-threatening conditions. We have five approved products on the market today and are relentless in our pursuit of “medicines for life”®.

The University of Maryland Institute for Health Computing (UM-IHC) is a $70M strategic initiative that aims to improve well-being and quality of life, diminish disease, and enhance health outcomes for all citizens of Maryland and beyond. The UM-IHC merges top-tier computational expertise and biomedical research with an extensive clinical care network into a force for health care innovation. Funding support comes from strategic partner Montgomery County, Maryland, and from the state of Maryland’s MPowering the State initiative. The UM-IHC is a collaboration of the University of Maryland College Park, the University of Maryland Baltimore, and the University of Maryland Medical System.

The Virginia Biotechnology Association (Virginia Bio), formed in 1992, is the premier statewide non-profit trade association representing the life sciences industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia. More than 200 member organizations have joined forces to make Virginia Bio an effective advocate for the biopharmaceutical and device industries before federal, state and local policy-makers. Virginia Bio is the official state affiliate of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), in Washington, D.C. Professional service firms, research labs and all manner of bioscience companies are welcome to participate.

The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) supports Virginia's vision for innovation, opportunity, and job creation. As a non-profit, VIPC develops technology-based economic strategies to accelerate innovation and growth for tech companies. By providing commercialization and seed funding, VIPC helps entrepreneurs launch high-growth companies and create future high-paying jobs. VIPC also fosters national innovation leadership and technology adoption through partnerships with startups, ecosystems, and advanced technology consumers. VIPC operates as the non-profit arm of the Virginia Innovation Partnership Authority (VIPA).

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm's broad range of services and practice areas are focused on addressing the principal challenges faced by the management, boards of directors, shareholders, and in-house counsel of our clients. The firm is nationally recognized for providing high-quality services to address the legal solutions required by its enterprise and financial institution clients. Our services include corporate law and governance, public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, mergers and acquisitions, securities class action litigation, intellectual property litigation, antitrust counseling, and litigation, joint ventures and strategic alliances, technology licensing, and other intellectual property transactions, tax, and employee benefits and employment law, among other areas. Our distinguished international roster of clients spans a wide variety of industries, including information technology, life sciences, energy and clean technology, media and entertainment, communications, retail, and financial services.

Women In Bio (WIB) is a national organization dedicated to advancing the careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship of women in the life sciences and biotechnology industries. Through networking, mentorship, and professional development programs, WIB supports women at all career stages, from students to senior executives. With chapters across the U.S. and Canada, WIB promotes diversity, inclusion, and gender equality, while also inspiring the next generation of women leaders in STEM fields.