1. Women In Bio
2018

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. Chapter Sponsorship Opportunities

6. 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

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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. 13 Chapter Locations

14. Distribution of Membership
By Sector

15. Distribution of Membership
By Degree

16. 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

17. 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

18. 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,
Smartbrief,

19. Thank You For Your Interest and Support

20. Sponsorship & BIO Slides Separator

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

22. 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

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

24. 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.

25. 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.

26. 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

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

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

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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

32. 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.

33. 13 Chapter Locations

34. Distribution of Membership
By Sector

35. Distribution of Membership
By Degree

36. 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

37. 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

38. 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,
Smartbrief,

39. Thank you for your support!