MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BioForward, the member-driven voice for Wisconsin’s bioscience industry announced today that applications were now being accepted for its Emerging Company Showcase, sponsored by Exact Sciences, UW-Madison Office of Corporate Relations, and the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation. Wisconsin-based companies who are developing or have bioscience product and/or services in healthcare, energy, agriculture, medical devices or other related industries are encouraged to apply. Up to six winners will be chosen and highlighted as a part of BioForward’s 2011 Bioscience Vision Summit, being held September 8, 2011 in Madison, WI. The Bioscience Vision Summit is expecting over 400 attendees, including investors and bioscience leaders with national and international standing.
“We have received extremely positive feedback from attendees with regards to the Emerging Company Showcase,” said BioForward Executive Director Bryan Renk. “BioForward strives to highlight and support the growth of Wisconsin bioscience companies and we thank our sponsors for providing us the opportunity to promote promising emerging technologies being developed in our state.”
To apply, visit: http://www.bioforward.org/2011ECS.php
Winners of the Emerging Company Showcase receive:
- One year of membership in BioForward (up to $350)
- One complimentary Summit registration
- Exhibit Space at the Summit
- Inclusion in a press release announcing the Emerging Company Showcase Winners
- Highlighted as a winner in announcement to BioForward membership as well as on BioForward’s website
- Certificate presented at the Summit
- Listed in Summit printed material
For more information about the 2011 Bioscience Vision Summit please visit: http://www.bioforward.org/2011bvs.php
About BioForward
BioForward is the member-driven state association that is the voice of Wisconsin’s bioscience 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. More information is available at www.bioforward.org