Steve G. Dance

Genzyme Corp. engages in development and manufacture of specialty therapeutic, surgical and diagnostic product. It serves in the areas of rare genetic diseases, multiple sclerosis, cardiovascular diseases and endocrinology. The company was founded on June 8, 1981 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Biotechnology Innovation Organization is the world's biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services for more than 1,200 members worldwide. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology technologies. Corporate members range from entrepreneurial companies developing a first product to Fortune 100 multinationals. also represent state and regional biotech associations, service providers to the industry and academic centers.

Cephalon, Inc. manufactures and distributes pharmaceutical products. It engages in the discovery and development of medicines for central nervous system disorders, pain, and cancer. The company was founded on August 24, 1987 by Frank Baldino, Jr. and is headquartered in Frazer, PA.

Memory Pharmaceuticals Corp. develops pharmaceutical products for the treatment of debilitating central nervous system (CNS) disorders such as Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia. The company was founded by Axel Unterbeck in 1998 and is headquartered in Montvale, NJ.

Tullis Health Investor Inc (Tullis Health) is a private equity and venture capital firm founded in 1986 by Jim Tullis. The firm is headquartered in Palm Beach, Florida.

MPM Bioimpact Inc (MPM Capital) is a venture capital firm founded in 1996 by Ansbert K. Gadicke and Luke B. Evnin. The firm is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.

Open Monoclonal Technology, Inc. engages in the genetic engineering of animals for discovery of human therapeutic antibodies. The firm’s transgenic animal platforms include OmniRat, industry’s first human monoclonal antibody technology based on rats; OmniMouse, a transgenic mouse that complements OmniRat and expands epitope coverage and; OmniFlic, the first engineered rat with a fixed light chain for development of bispecific, fully human antibodies. The company was founded in by Roland Buelow 2007 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Genentech, Inc. develops, manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products for life-threatening medical conditions. It studies various areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, ophthalmic diseases, microbial pathogenesis, metabolic diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and opportunistic areas. The company was founded by Herb W. Boyer and Robert A. Swanson in 1976 and is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

Nabriva Therapeutics GmbH is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, which engages in the research and development of novel anti-infective agents to treat serious infections. It focuses on the pleuromutilin class of antibiotics. The company was founded by Rodger Novak in October 2005 and is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.

Albireo Ltd. develops therapies that address medical needs in the gastrointestinal and liver disease area. It is a biotechnology company that develops therapies that address unmet medical needs in the gastrointestinal area and liver disease area. The firm's programs include Cholestatic Liver Diseases; Bile Acid Mal-absorption; Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus; Atopic Dermatitis and Psoriasis; and Post-Operative Adhesions. The company was founded by Jan Peter Mattsson in February 2008 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

Albireo AB operates as a biopharmaceutical company, which focuses on the development and potential commercialization of novel bile acid modulators. It helps treat orphan pediatric liver diseases and gastrointestinal disorders where the improper flow or absorption of bile causes serious medical conditions for which there is high unmet need. The company was founded by Per-Göran Gillberg and Jan Mattsson and is headquartered in Göteborg, Sweden.

Part of Mereo BioPharma Group Plc, Mereo BioPharma 2 Ltd. is a British company that provides research and experimental development for biotechnology. The company is based in London, UK and was founded in 2015.

The National Park Foundation is a non-profit organization that partners with the National Park Service to raise private funds for the conservation and preservation of over 84 million acres of national parks in the United States. The National Park Foundation is based in Washington, and the CEO of the non-profit company is Will Shafroth. The company aims to connect Americans with the natural landscapes, culture, and history of these parks, and engage the next generation of park stewards. The organization collaborates with the National Park Service and the park partner community, and relies on the generous support of donors to carry out their mission.

Fitmoney, Inc. provides educational services. The private company is based in Newton, MA. The company was founded by Cynthia A. Fisher.

Water.org, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that has transformed over 58 million lives worldwide by providing access to safe water and sanitation. The non-profit company is based in Kansas City, MO, and has subsidiaries in the United States. Water.org pioneers market-driven financial solutions to the water crisis and has been helping women, children, and families for over 30 years. Water.org is committed to sharing its evidence, research, and data to achieve universal access to safe water and sanitation. The company's unique approach to solving the water crisis is scalable, allowing them to meet the needs of millions worldwide without safe water and sanitation. Learn about their solutions and how to help today. The company was founded by Matt Damon and Gary White, with Gary White serving as CEO since its inception.

Massachusetts Biotechnology Council is a premier life sciences and healthcare hub with over 1,600 members dedicated to preventing, treating, and curing diseases through transformative science and technology. The non-profit company is based in Cambridge, MA. MassBio works to advance policy and promote education while providing member programs, events, industry information, and services. The company's mission is to advance Massachusetts' leadership in the life sciences to grow the industry, add value to the healthcare system, and improve patient lives. Founded in 1985 by James P. Sherblom, the CEO is Kendalle Burlin O'Connell.

CVP Management, Inc (Converge Venture Partners) is a venture capital firm founded in 1998 by Nilanjana Bhowmik and Maia Heymann. The firm is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Part of Mereo BioPharma Group Plc, Mereo BioPharma 4 Ltd. is a British biotechnology company founded in 2017 that provides research and development services. The company is based in London, UK.

Nomura International Plc provides a variety of financial services including advisement, investment banking and asset management. It trades in and sells fixed income and equity products, including related derivatives; and provides investment banking services, and corporate finance and private equity services. The company is also involved in asset and principal finance business. It offers investment advisory and management, custody, and employment services. Nomura International was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.