Advocacy and representation – BioOhio represents the collective interests of our members and our industry before federal, state, and local legislators and regulators.

Networking – Become a part of Ohio’s most comprehensive network of industry, academia, and entrepreneurs. Upon request, BioOhio members can access a members list with contact information.Also enjoy exclusive access to BioOhio Member Connections group area on LinkedIn.

Monthly Bioscience NewsTicker – Once reserved for staff and board members, this review of relevant media reports includes links and article summaries.

Access to Members Only Features on Web – Members may submit press releases and engage in desktop networking, among other functions.

Ohio Bioscience Resource Directory: Preferred Access and Free Listing – Web-based directory provides self-reported information from more than 800 bioscience-related organizations in Ohio.

Membership $avings – Through both local agreements and affiliation with the BIO Business Solutions program, BioOhio members are eligible for substantial materials and supply discounts with a variety of vendors and service providers, like FedEx, VWR, BioSurplus, Chubb Insurance, Business Wire, and more. See the full list of discounts.

Discounts to BioOhio events – In addition to BioOhio each Fall, BioOhio holds regular meetings in all regions as well as training courses on various hot topics, such as new regulatory issues.

Web site link – All members are listed on BioOhio.com (more than 14,000 visitors/month) with links to their web sites.

Business Wire news distribution services – Free annual Business Wire membership and 10% discount for BioOhio members on all Business Wire standard rates.

Event listing on BioOhio.com – Holding an event? Publicize it on the BioOhio web site Events page.

Workforce development and recruiting – In partnership with CareerBuilder, BioOhio recently launched the online BioOhio Career Center. BioOhio members receive a 10% discount on all job postings.

Career Connections Speakers Bureau – Volunteer speakers from BioOhio member companies make their expertise and insight available to BioOhio academic institution members and their students.

LinkedIn Group Access – BioOhio set up a special networking group on LinkedIn… one more way to help members stay in touch with one another and discover powerful new business contacts within their networks and beyond.
 

Added Value for Founding Members

• Web site branding – Logo recognition throughout the BioOhio web site template, including home page logo and images.
• BioOhio presence – Recognition as Founding Member Sponsor of BioOhio's Annual Conference.
• Founding/Pillar Member Leadership Dinner – Three seats at Summer event in Columbus.

Added Value for Pillar Members

• Web site branding – Logo recognition (with hyperlink) on the BioOhio web site membership page.
• Founding/Pillar Member Leadership Dinner – One seat at Summer event in Columbus.

Added Value for Individual Members

• Employment opportunities – BioOhio will carry on the tradition of acting as an intermediary for qualified individuals seeking employment and for qualified employers seeking employees to find each other.
• Special Student Involvement – Student members enjoy extra discounts for BioOhio events. And BioOhio is a resource for students to learn more about a career in bioscience and to promote their ideas through occasional poster and business plan showcases.