About Us
Where innovation and opportunity connect for Wisconsin
BioForward is the member-driven state association that is the voice of Wisconsin’s biotechnology industry. We advocate actively on our members’ behalf to create investment and partnership opportunities, attract and retain the very best people, and support public policy that fosters their continued growth. We also provide member-support services that include networking opportunities through a variety of conferences and events, online resources and group purchasing programs. Our members include biotechnology companies, universities, non-profits, service providers, and state, regional and local government representatives.
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What does BioForward do?
We work closely with our members across the state of Wisconsin to help them:
- Attract capital and partners
- Attract and retain talent
- Build and grow their businesses
BioForward is:
Member-driven
We work continually to understand what our members need and how we can provide assistance. Please take the opportunity to tell us what you would like to see from your association.
Collaborative
We believe in the power of partnership. We create and support opportunities to network and share information.
Committed to creating investment opportunities
We work diligently to position Wisconsin as a business-friendly state and leader in biotechnology.
Dedicated to attracting and retaining talent
We recognize that long-term success depends on our ability to maintain a strong pool of leadership and biotechnology expertise.
Connected
BioForward works with a wide range of stakeholders, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, policymakers to researchers. We provide the resources you need to stay connected.
Experienced
We understand what it takes to drive biotechnology success and have the track record to prove it.
History
Founded in 1987 as a partnership among leaders in Wisconsin’s emerging biotechnology industry, the association joined forces in 2002 with medical device manufacturers. Over the past decade our membership has grown to include key players across a broad cross-section of biotechnology specialties ranging from healthcare to energy to agriculture and more.
Medallion Members
- Platinum
- Silver
- Bronze
