SOCAL BIO MEMBERSHIP
Build Your Growth Network in one of the country’s most vibrant life sciences ecosystems.
AN UNBEATABLE VALUE
Over 25 Years Unchanged Membership Fees.
SoCalBio membership connects biotech, medtech, pharma, and life science companies to one of the nation’s most active innovation ecosystems. Members gain access to strategic industry connections, advocacy, professional development, networking opportunities, purchasing savings, and programs designed to help companies grow faster, reduce costs, and stay informed in a rapidly evolving industry.
Programs
Savings
Visibility
Networking
Advocacy
Membership Benefits That Moves Companies
Access strategic connections, industry savings, advocacy, events, and growth-focused programs designed for Southern California life science companies.
Networking + Events
- Access to more than 30+ SoCalBio events each year, most are free or discounted for members.
- Networking Mixers, Rotating between academic and industry venues throughout SoCal
- Board committees designed to connect SoCalBio members and provide thought leadership
- B2B Connections and referrals to support members as you grow your business
- Access to invitation-only roundtables
Cost Savings
Enables members to make significant cost savings through our Group Purchasing Program
Visibility, News & Insights
- Online member directories for life sciences companies and service providers
- Company event posting in our digital calendar
- News and event features in our weekly emails, reaching more than 10,000 subscribers
- Insights on our dynamic life sciences ecosystem through our SoCalBio News + Blog
Job Board
- Complimentary postings for job openings and internships
special support programs to startups
- Access to sources of capital through introductions to institutional & individual investors, and through our annual Investment and Strategic Partnering Opportunities Conference
- Finding suitable facilities
- Identifying top management candidates
- access to reliable providers of business services
- Corporate alliances
networking for professional development opportunities
- Active Committees
- Advocacy/Communications
- Education/Workforce Training
- Investor Conference Planning
- Sub-regional Business Support Roundtables
- Land Use/facility Planning
- Membership
- Manufacturing/Engineering/Regulatory
- Collective Purchasing Contracts
- Annual Programs & Events
- Investment & Strategic Partnering Opportunities Conference
- Bi-monthly Networking Forum
- Annual members’ Meeting, Tech Expo & Job Fair
- Best practice workshop
increase brand awareness for your company
- Presence on the SCBC’s web site with direct link to company home page
- Free event postings on the SCBC’s web site
- Free Job Postings on on the SCBC’s web site
- Opportunities to present at various SCBC-sponsored meetings throughout the year (when appropriate)
- Networking on 8 active committees
- Online listing of vendors and services for the industry
business referral benefits
- For entrepreneurs: cut your search cost and save your time
- For service providers: foster your reputation as a player in the biomed/biotech field
land use
- The SCBC builds successful partnerships to accommodate the real estate needs of the Greater LA biomed/biotech industry. Click here to see highlights and milestones.
cost savings through collective purchasing of services
- The SCBC negotiates group contracts to enable members to save when purchasing services such insurance. Members enjoy both cost savings resulting from the economies of scale achieved through group contracting and stronger commitment from suppliers.
legislative support at city, state & federal levels
- Biomedical Roundtables with local policy makers to increase awareness of the importance of the biomed/biotech industry to local economic development
- Collaboration with both BIO and AdvaMed on national legislative issues of importance to the biomed/biotech industry
increased industry awareness
- Biomedical Synergies: a quarterly publication profiling the development and achievements of greater LA’s biomed/biotech industry
- Media outreach efforts to increase the industry’s profile
workforce development
- Organizing regulatory, engineering and facility planning workshops
- Initiating and supporting local training programs to address workforce skill availability
- Free job postings on web site
- Job fair
Flexible Membership Options
Membership rates are structured by company type and size, making participation accessible across every stage of growth.
Life Science Members Rates
Any for-profit Life science company, including but not limited to those involved in the development of therapeutic drugs, vaccines, diagnostic assays, medical devices, digital health, and agricultural products. All dues are based on the total number of full-time employees in California.
Starting at $500
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20 or Fewer Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$500
21 – 50 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$750
51 – 100 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$1000
100 Full-time So. Cal. Employees (with no revenues from sales)
$2,000
100 Full-time So. Cal. Employees (with revenues from sales)
$4,000
Providers of Allied Products and Services Members
Providers of allied products and services to support the Life science industry’s future. All dues based are on the total number of full-time employees in California.
Starting at $500
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Sole Proprietorship
$500
6 – 15 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$750
16 – 30 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$1000
31 – 60 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$2,000
61 – 100 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$3,000
More Than 100 Full-time So. Cal. Employees
$5,000
Non-Profit Organization
Universities, hospitals, research institutions, government agencies, and any other non-profit organization.
Starting at $750
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With any number of employees
$750
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join?
The easiest way to become a member of SoCalBio is to join online. Once we receive the following items, your application will be processed within 48 hours:
Completed membership application
Payment for membership dues
If you would like to learn more about the benefits of SoCalBio membership for your organization, please contact Y Hoang.
What is my company’s membership type and rate?
Please visit Membership Types & Rates to determine your company’s membership type and find additional information related to membership options.
Is it required to have a California location to become a SoCalBio member?
Members are not required to have a California location to become a member.
Does BIO offer membership to non-biotech companies?
Yes, SoCalBio’s membership structure allows law firms, PR firms, academic institutions, suppliers, nonprofits, and other non-biotech companies to join and participate.
How long does membership last?
Memberships are for a 12-month period from the time your membership payment is made and renew on an annual cycle.
How do I find out who the membership representatives are for my company?
If you do not know who the primary membership representative for your company is, please contact Y Hoang to request this information.
Ready to Join?
Join a dynamic network of innovative companies and industry visionaries.
Our dedicated team is eager to guide you every step of the way. At SoCalBio, we’re dedicated to supporting your mission of delivering hope and solutions to patients. Together, we can make a real difference!