Ohio Life Sciences

We had an incredible turnout at our Grassroots Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse! Thank you to everyone who joined us to support the life sciences industry. Your voices and engagement are crucial as we work to strengthen and expand life sciences in #Ohio. Special appreciation goes to our Director of Policy, Willa Bluestone, for her outstanding work in organizing meetings and coordinating participants, this event wouldn’t have been possible without her dedication! The work we do is transformative, not only are we growing the life sciences market, but we’re also advancing life-saving medicines that impact countless lives. Advocacy efforts like these are vital to securing support for Ohio Life Sciences’ budget request and the future of our industry. Thank you again to all who participated and helped make the day a success! Eddie Pauline, MBA, OhioCED Bill Dunlevy Jon Snyder Angie McMurry Natalie Monroe #OhioLifeSciences #Advocacy #OhioStatehouse

Ohio Life Sciences' #1 objective is to grow the market. By investing in the BioPathways program (gives Ohio's K-12 science teachers the tools to drive interest in this field), we are growing the market. Members' annual dues help fund this program, Biotech Bootcamps, and other workforce development initiatives. It all adds up. Ohio's life sciences market has grown 12.8% since 2019!

Building the Future of Life Sciences Talent! The future of Ohio’s life sciences industry depends on a strong workforce. That’s why we’re launching innovative programs to inspire and train the next generation! 🔬 #BioPathways: Equipping K-12 teachers to spark student interest in life sciences careers 🧬 Biotech Bootcamps: Expanding hands-on training to new regions 📈 Coming Soon: A NEW platform connecting job seekers with opportunities in biotech, healthcare & more Read more about what’s in store and be sure to stay tuned as we grow Ohio’s talent pipeline in 2025! https://lnkd.in/gQmRuvUv #Build #OhioLifeSciences #FutureOfWork

Funding opportunity from Ohio Life Sciences member investor, Avio Medtech Consulting! 🚀 Medtech startups, don’t miss this chance to compete for $20,000 in non-dilutive funding. If you're in the life sciences ecosystem, we encourage you to take a look! #Startups #EarlyStageFunding #OhioLifeSciences

Expanding Industry Connections 🤝 Networking matters! In 2025, we’re bringing Ohio’s life sciences community together like never before. Join us for key upcoming events this week, find us all along the Ohio Discovery Corridor! 📍#Columbus: Feb 25 ➡️ Budget Grassroots Advocacy Day at the Statehouse 📍 #Cincinnati: Feb 26 ➡️ Achieving a Talent Advantage: Strategies to Attract, Retain and Engage 📍 #Cleveland: Feb 27 ➡️ Post-Election Pulse Watch for new networking opportunities across #Ohio. Let’s build stronger connections and drive innovation together! #Connect #Networking #LifeSciencesOhio https://lnkd.in/gi52U_KQ

🔹Join the FDA-The National Institutes of Health Rare Disease Day 2025!🔹 FDA-NIH Rare Disease Day 2025, is a crucial event bringing together the rare disease community to advance research and innovation. 📅 Feb. 27–28, 2025 📍 In-person at NIH (Natcher Conference Center) & Virtual This two-day event, sponsored by the FDA and National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), will provide patients, caregivers, advocates, researchers, and healthcare providers with valuable insights into efforts driving rare disease research and treatment development. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dgPqQ8FD Let’s work together to support innovation and improve outcomes for those living with rare diseases! 💙 #RareDiseaseDay #OhioLifeSciences #FDA #NIH #PatientAdvocacy #RareDiseaseResearch

Join the Rare Disease Day Events in #Ohio! Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and support the rare disease community at Akron Children's. 📅 Event Highlights: ✨ Keynote Speaker: Kelly Barendt ✨ Inspiring patient stories & panel Q&A ✨ Education sessions on emerging technologies in Cardiology, ENT, Rheumatology, Hematology/Oncology, and newborn screening ✨ Networking opportunities for families & healthcare professionals ✨ Games, prizes, giveaways & local resource booths 📢 Virtual and in-person attendance available! 📝 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gKKauq3K 🎤 Share Your Story! Enter a contest by submitting a written story, poem, picture, or short video about your journey with a rare disease. Winners will have their entry shared during the event and receive a prize! 📩 Submit entries to: geneticsforms@akronchildrens.org Let's come together to raise awareness and support the rare disease community! 💙 #RareDiseaseDay #OhioLifeSciences #Akron

🔹 Join Nationwide Children's Hospital for Rare Disease Day! 🔹 Nationwide Children’s 7th annual Rare Disease Day celebration is on Saturday, March 1st, from 9 AM – Noon. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Kara Ayers |Cincinnati Children's sharing her expertise and lived experience. Come together to raise awareness and advance care for rare diseases! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eWcEAS2u #RareDiseaseDay #OhioLifeSciences #PatientAdvocacy #RareDiseaseAwareness

Thanks for sharing Bonnie D. Haas, M.Sc.! We love to see this! This training is essential for building a strong life sciences workforce, and we’re excited to help open doors for aspiring biotech professionals in #Ohio! Our $250,000 gift to Columbus State Community College is designed to provide students with the training they need to launch careers in biotech and life sciences, without the barrier of tuition standing in the way. https://lnkd.in/gNKFQqqT #WorkforceDevelopment #OhioLifeSciences

***EXCITING UPDATE- sign up at the event for a chance to win a FREE United Airlines voucher from our OLS Advantage Purchasing Program Partner, Corporate Traveler USA- winner will be announced the following day. Don't forget to join us in #Cincinnati for an event on workplace innovation and talent strategy! Ohio Life Sciences and LOTH, Inc. are excited to host Tracy Brower, PhD, VP of Workplace Insights at Steelcase, on Wednesday, February 26, from 4–6 PM at LOTH, Inc. Dr. Brower will share science-backed strategies to help organizations navigate today’s workforce challenges. Learn how to attract, retain, and engage top talent to drive long-term success! 🔥 What to Expect: ✅ Actionable insights on talent attraction & retention ✅ A guided tour of LOTH’s innovative workplace designs ✅ Networking with industry leaders & peers ✅ An exciting giveaway—a United Airlines travel voucher from Corporate Traveler USA! 🎟️✈️ *Attend in person and complete the entry form for a chance to win a free flight anywhere in North America (Canada, US, Mexico)! 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g4A4ipZk Lyra Madding #TalentStrategy #WorkplaceInnovation #EmployeeExperience #OhioLifeSciences #Networking #Giveaway