Women In Bio 2018

History and Mission Founded in 2001 to support women in Life Sciences from the classroom to the boardroom Mission: Women In Bio is an organization of professionals committed to promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship of women in the life sciences

Value Proposition WIB is the only organization for women that integrates all career levels and fields in life sciences A unique organization that due to focused membership allows its members a very close and trustworthy networking environment Nationally recognized within our industry As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your contribution may be tax-deductible Numerous events and touchpoints make a Women in Bio package a good source of visibility and recognition for your organization

National Sponsorship Opportunities Premier………...…………………….........$25,000 Elite…….………………...……………….. $12,500 Signature……………………................... $ 8,000 National YWIB Sponsor….……………....$ 7,500 One-day women’s leadership workshop at sponsor site* Evening workshop at sponsor site* Introductory remarks at WIB Annual Celebration Recognition at WIB Annual Celebration Recognition at WIB Annual Celebration & Chapter Keynote Events Exhibit Table Space Approved WIB Events Speaking Opportunities for Sponsor at WIB Events 6/3/1/1 Special Feature in WIB eNewsletter 4/2/1/1 Tickets to WIB Annual Celebration 20/10/4/4 Annual Number of Tickets to WIB Events 20/10/5/4 Annual Memberships 45/20/10/8 *Provided by WIB Leadership

Chapter Sponsorship Opportunities

What We Do Host Professional Development Programs, Workshops, Seminars Host Events Centered on Hot Trends in the Life Sciences Encourage networking with investors, attorneys, researchers and other executives such as finance, marketing, human resources, and communications Encourage young women to develop and maintain an interest in the field

YWIB is a special initiative of WIB, designed to introduce and inspire middle and high school age girls to careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.

YWIB creates programs and events geared towards encouraging middle and high school girls to consider the life sciences as a career choice. The events ignite girls’ curiosity in biotechnology while nurturing a business and entrepreneurial spirit.

MAPs (Mentors, Advisors, Peers) groups are informal meetings of six to ten women who have an interest in discussing topics of common professional interest. Topics may include: career planning transitioning careers maintaining a work/life balance managing a team/department leading/running a company entrepreneurship raising capital

Boardroom Ready Program Women In Bio is taking action and making a real difference in achieving greater gender diversity on corporate boards……. The Women In Bio Boardroom Ready Program Aimed to help executive women achieve their goal of corporate board service. Inspired by Biogen's successful Raising the Bar Program Prepares exceptionally qualified WIB members for board service by Providing a board certification training Assistance seeking public and private corporate board opportunities

Boardroom Ready Program George Washington University’s Executive Education School Five-day life-science focused board training course (split into two 2.5 day modules) Teach candidates the commitments, duties, operation, and responsibilities of participating on public and private company boards. Explore board skills: Financial literacy Board governance Financial strategy Crisis management Investor relations

New 2017 Initiatives Executive Development Leadership Program: Board Certification Training Program Targeted Networking for Executives Women’s History Month 50/50 Challenge: Programming throughout the country during the month of March to highlight the goal of achieving gender equality at the executive level by 2050 Women In Bio Sustainability Fund: Investing for the future to ensure continuity of benefits

13 Chapter Locations

Distribution of Membership By Sector

Distribution of Membership By Degree

Membership Benefits Access to influential women entrepreneurs and bioscience industry leaders Inside track on issues that affect women in bioscience-related careers Special opportunities to attend unique non-WIB events and programs Far-reaching networking and relationship building Targeted community-service involvement Professional development programs Opportunities in top leadership roles Mentorship at all levels

Committees & What They Do Develop and Manage Programming Networking, Educational and Professional Development programs Young Women In Bio Science-based events for middle and high school girls. Special Events Unique events such as BIO, NIH science festival, career fairs. Member Benefits Establish partnerships with vendors to provide discounted rates on products and services to our members. Marketing & Communications All information that goes public, WIB look & standards. Sponsorship Budget, sponsorship, funding outreach, scholarships. Grants Procurement Identify and apply for national and chapter grants. Membership Ensuring maximum participation of membership and enrollment. Mentors, Advisors, Peers (MAP) Formation of groups with common interests and desire to connect with Mentors, Peers, and Advisors. Each Chapter creates their own committees to mirror this structure

Important Statistics Women in Biotech* 43% of the life science job in the US are held by women (MdBio.org) 20% are founders 8% form start-ups 7+ million people work for women-owned companies bringing in about $1.3 trillion in revenue in the USA Equal patent and invent rates as men 50% of all the Ph.D.’s in the life sciences discipline are held by women Have less access to Venture Capital funds Slate, The Biotech Advantage, Jill Priluck, 10.18.10 Smartbrief, 8.15.12

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Sponsorship & BIO Slides Separator

Women In Bio at the 2018 BIO Convention June 4-7, 2018 Boston, MA

History and Mission Founded in 2002 to support women in Life Sciences from the classroom to the boardroom Mission statement: Women In Bio is an organization of professionals committed to promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship of women in the life sciences

BIO 2018 WIB Hosted Events Executive Breakfast Roundtable Plenary Event WIB Booth WIB Meet-Ups BioProcess International Stage

Executive Breakfast Invitation only event at Westin Waterfront Hotel 40+ Life Science Executives Leadership success requires more patience, poise, and time-to-think – and the ability to seamlessly connect the dots of opportunity.

WIB Plenary Event “Lift While You Climb” Over 300 attendees Expected – both women and men Located at the Westin Waterfront Hotel, Harbor Ballroom from 4:30-7:30pm Speakers include: Nora Volkow, Director NIDA, NIH Penny Heaton, CEO B&M Gates Focus on highlighting the experiences of inspirational female senior life sciences leaders who support and encourage others while advancing their own career.

Visit WIB in the Exhibition Hall Increased brand visibility in high-traffic location 20+ volunteers to staff the booth, answer questions, and increase awareness Booth #2501

WIB Meet-Ups Speed Networking: over 150 attendees Boston Meet-Up: over 75 attendees Both events held on the BIO Exhibit floor!

BioProcess International Stage Spotlighting Gender Diversity with a C-Level Boardroom Ready Panel

Value Proposition WIB is the only organization for women that integrates all career levels and fields in life sciences A unique organization that due to focused membership allows its members a very close and trustworthy networking environment Nationally recognized among our industry As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; your contribution is tax-deductible Numerous events and touchpoints make a BIO package a good source of visibility and recognition for your organization

BIO 2018 Sponsorship Marie Curie………...…………………….....$5,000 Rosalind Franklin…….………………...…$4,000 Elizabeth Blackwell…………………….....$3,000 Rachel Carson….……………………….....$2,000 Intro Remarks at any BIO 2017 Event Highlighted as a Feature Sponsor, Signage at WIB Booth Intro Remarks at Plenary Event Company Logo on Marketing Announcements Verbal Recognition of your Specific Sponsorship Signage at all Events Company Logo on WIB Website 10/8/5/2 Passes to Plenary and/or Executive Roundtable 4/3/2/1 WIB Memberships

What We Do Host Professional Development programs, Workshops, Seminars Events centered on current Trends in the Life Sciences Encourage networking with investors, attorneys, researchers and other executives such as finance, marketing, human resources, and communications Encourage young women to develop and maintain an interest in the field

2018 Initiatives Executive Development Leadership Program: Board certification program Targeted Networking for executives Women’s History Month “Lift While You Climb”: Programming throughout the 13 chapters during March to highlight the goal of women achieving career aspirations.

13 Chapter Locations

Distribution of Membership By Sector

Distribution of Membership By Degree

Membership Benefits Access to influential women entrepreneurs and bioscience industry leaders Inside track on issues that affect women in bioscience-related careers Special opportunities to attend unique non-WIB events and programs Far-reaching networking and relationship building Targeted community-service involvement Professional development programs Opportunities in top leadership roles Mentorship at all levels

Each Chapter creates their own committees to mirror this structure WIB Committees Committees Develop and Manage Programming Networking, Educational and Professional Development programs Young Women In Bio STEM events for middle and high school girls. Special Events Unique events such as BIO International, NIH science festival, career fairs. Member Benefits Establish partnerships with vendors to provide discounted rates on products and services to our members. Marketing & Communications All information that goes public, WIB brand standards. Sponsorship Budget, sponsorship, funding outreach, scholarships. Grants Procurement Identify and apply for national and chapter grants. Membership Ensuring maximum participation of membership and enrollment. Mentors, Advisors, Peers (MAP) Formation of groups with common interests and desire to connect with Mentors, Peers, and Advisors. Each Chapter creates their own committees to mirror this structure

Important Statistics Women in Biotech* 43% of the life science job in the US are held by women (MdBio.org) 20% are founders 8% form start-ups 7+ million people work for women-owned companies bringing in about $1.3 trillion in revenue in the USA Equal patent and invent rates as men 50% of all the Ph.D.’s in the life sciences discipline are held by women Have less access to Venture Capital funds Slate, The Biotech Advantage, Jill Priluck, 10.18.10 Smartbrief, 8.15.12

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