activities · 23
what they do
direct service · 13
- Career Center OperationsOperates the AZBio Career Center to connect talent with job opportunities within the bioscience community.
- Facilitates patient engagement through panels, spotlights, and storytelling programs Patient & Caregiver Community EngagementConvenes "Patient Perspective Panels" on topics such as psoriasis, the 4th trimester, and navigating healthcare, and features "Patient Spotlights" that share personal experiences with conditions including cancer, ALS, Alzheimer's, and immune deficiency, amplifying patient voices in the bioscience ecosystem.
- Facilitating Patient Perspective Programs Patient & Caregiver Community EngagementThe organization hosts an annual "Voice of the Patient" program, including "Patient Perspective Panels" and "Patient Spotlights," to share personal stories and insights related to various health conditions and patient advocacy.
- Hosts annual and recurring events to convene bioscience leaders, innovators, and patients Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes major annual events including the Arizona Leadership Summit, Arizona Digital Health Symposium, AZBio Awards, and White Hat Life Science Investor Conference to connect industry leaders, researchers, and investors. Also hosts recurring events such as "Leading Women: Biotech & Beyond" and the "Voice of the Patient" program, which has been held in multiple years including 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025.
- Member Discount Programs Insurance and Discounted Financial Services for MembersProvides members with access to discount programs, such as the BIO Business Solutions® program and the Avantor, delivered by VWR program, through which members saved over $4 million in 2020.
- Operates a career center to connect bioscience talent with employment opportunitiesRuns the AZBio Career Center to link professionals with job openings in Arizona’s bioscience industry, supporting workforce development and organizational hiring needs.
- Organizing Conferences and Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes and hosts various conferences, symposiums, and networking events for the life sciences industry, including the Arizona Digital Health Symposium, the annual Arizona Leadership Summit, the White Hat Life Science Investor Conference, and the annual AZBio Awards. The organization will also host the 7th World Parkinson Congress (WPC 2026) in Phoenix.
- Organizing Conferences and Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsThe organization hosts various conferences and events, including the annual Arizona Digital Health Symposium, the annual Arizona Leadership Summit, the White Hat Life Science Investor Conference, and the annual AZBio Awards, to convene leaders, showcase companies, and honor achievements in the bioscience industry. They will also host the 7th World Parkinson Congress (WPC 2026) in Phoenix.
- Patient Advocacy and Engagement Programs Patient & Caregiver Community EngagementHosts an annual "Voice of the Patient" program, including Patient Perspective Panels and Patient Spotlights, to share personal stories and perspectives related to various health conditions and healthcare experiences.
- Provides member savings and business solutions programs Insurance and Discounted Financial Services for MembersOffers cost-saving opportunities to members through the BIO Business Solutions® program and partnerships like Avantor, delivered by VWR, through which members saved over $4 million in 2020.
- Publications and Directories Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes an Arizona Bioscience Special Supplement in AzBusiness Magazine, reaching 25,000 print readers and 122,500 online readers, and distributes a 2026-2027 AZBio Member Directory at key events.
- Publishes bioscience sector content and directories for industry outreach Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionProduces and distributes the Arizona Bioscience Special Supplement in AzBusiness Magazine, reaching 25,000 print and 122,500 online readers, and circulates the 2026-2027 AZBio Member Directory at major events such as the AZBio Awards and AZAdvances Health Innovation Summit.
- Publishing Industry Information Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionThe organization publishes an Arizona Bioscience Special Supplement in AzBusiness Magazine, reaching a wide audience, and distributes an annual AZBio Member Directory at key events.
research · 2
- Conducting Research and Data Reporting Industry Research & Media PublicationsThe organization produces and maintains data sets and reports on Arizona's life science sector for use by credentialed media and researchers.
- Industry Data and Reporting Industry Research & Media PublicationsProduces and maintains data sets and reports on Arizona's life science sector for use by credentialed media and researchers.
capacity building · 8
- Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition Industry Conference & Networking EventsInvites its members to participate in a Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition, offering discount codes for meeting registration and pitch submission.
- Maintaining a Public Video Library Industry Research & Media PublicationsThe organization maintains a public video library on YouTube to share content about the life sciences industry in Arizona.
- Maintains educational and promotional digital resources Industry Research & Media PublicationsOperates a public YouTube video library to share content about Arizona’s life sciences industry and produces data sets and reports on the state’s life science sector for credentialed media and researchers.
- Membership Services Membership Subscription ProgramsOffers membership packages that may include event sponsorship, event tickets, online or print advertisements, and job postings.
- Offering Biotech Innovation Programs Industry Conference & Networking EventsThe organization invites its members to participate in a Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition.
- Online Video Library Industry Research & Media PublicationsMaintains a public video library on YouTube to share content about the life sciences industry in Arizona.
- Providing Member Benefits and Networking Opportunities Member Business Promotion ServicesThe organization offers its members discount codes for event registrations, access to a career center, and opportunities to save on business solutions. They also host networking receptions for life science leaders and provide a member directory and a login-protected platform for members to connect and manage their profiles.
- Supports biotech innovation and entrepreneurship Industry Conference & Networking EventsEngages members in a Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition to foster innovation, and will host the 7th World Parkinson Congress (WPC 2026) in Phoenix, Arizona, to advance global dialogue on Parkinson’s research and care.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Biotech Innovation and Leadership Development biotech_innovation_and_leadership_developmentOffers a program for biotech founders and emerging leaders that includes educational sessions, workshops, advisory roundtables, live pitch sessions, and networking opportunities.
- Community Collaboration community_collaborationEncourages members of the Arizona Life Science Ecosystem to host events during Arizona Bioscience Week to foster collaboration.
- Enhancing Professional and Leadership Development leadership_developmentThe organization provides programs and events designed to develop biotech founders and emerging leaders, offering educational sessions, workshops, advisory roundtables, and networking opportunities. It also hosts leadership summits and utilizes various formats to explore strategic transformation, innovative management practices, and leadership's role in sustainable growth.
- Facilitating Networking and Collaboration networking_and_collaborationThe organization actively connects life science leaders, members, and stakeholders through various events, programs, and platforms. This strategy aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and community building within the Arizona life sciences ecosystem, enabling targeted interactions and shared growth.
- Facilitating Networking and Community Engagement community_and_networkingThe organization actively facilitates networking events to connect life science leaders and offers complimentary memberships to educators, students, and patient advocates to enable their participation in programs and services, thereby building a stronger, more inclusive community.
- Fostering Industry Growth and Innovation through Ecosystem Development ecosystem_developmentThe organization aims to elevate Arizona's bioscience sector by providing comprehensive support, including educational programs, leadership development, and facilitating the creation and adoption of innovative health technologies. This approach is designed to cultivate a robust environment for biotech innovation and position Arizona as a leading bioscience state.
- Fostering Industry Growth and Innovation through Ecosystem Development ecosystem_developmentThe organization aims to accelerate the creation and adoption of innovative digital health technologies and advance health innovations by developing funding and supporting the needs of Arizona's life science ecosystem. This includes making Arizona a top-ten bioscience state by offering comprehensive memberships and fostering collaboration within the community.
- Industry Development industry_developmentAims to make Arizona a top-ten bioscience state by offering enterprise-level memberships that cover all U.S. employees of member organizations.
- Media and Research Support media_and_research_supportSupports media and public understanding of the life sciences industry through direct provision of data and research assistance.
- Networking and Community Engagement networking_and_community_engagementFacilitates networking events to connect life science leaders in Arizona, fostering collaboration and partnerships.
- Patient-Centered Approach patient-centered_approachFocuses on life science innovation from the patient perspective, emphasizing that patients are the core reason for their work in the health innovation community.
- Patient-Centered Innovation patient_centered_innovationThe organization focuses on life science innovation from the patient perspective, emphasizing that patients are the core reason for their work in the health innovation community and are committed to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines, medical devices, and healthcare technologies with patients in mind.
- Patient-Centered Innovation patient_centered_designThe organization grounds its work in the patient perspective, emphasizing that patient needs and well-being are the fundamental drivers for all life science innovation and healthcare technology development.
- Professional Development and Leadership Training professional_developmentThe organization provides programs and events that utilize various formats, including keynote presentations, workshops, and networking, to foster strategic transformation, innovative management practices, and leadership skills for sustainable growth within the bioscience industry.
- Promoting Public Understanding and Awareness public_relations_and_awarenessThe organization supports media and public understanding of the life sciences industry by providing data, research assistance, and selective media access to events. This approach aims to increase coverage and awareness of the sector's contributions and advancements.
- Promoting Public Understanding and Awareness of Life Sciences public_awareness_and_media_engagementThe organization supports media and public understanding of the life sciences industry by directly providing data and research assistance, and by offering selective complimentary media access to its events to promote coverage and awareness of the sector.
- Providing Member Support and Resources member_supportThe organization offers a range of benefits and services to its members, including discounted purchasing programs, one-on-one consultations, and customizable membership models. This strategy aims to provide tangible value and support to member organizations, enhancing their operational efficiency and access to resources.
- Supporting Members through Resources and Cost Savings member_support_and_benefitsThe organization provides substantial discounts to members through negotiated contracts with state and national suppliers and offers one-on-one consultations to help members understand available programs and savings opportunities, aiming to reinvest resources back into the community through these benefits.
- Technology Adoption and Innovation technology adoption and innovationAims to accelerate the creation and adoption of innovative digital health technologies to improve the health of Arizonans.
- Tiered Membership Model tiered_membership_modelProvides a customizable membership benefits model based on support level and organizational interests.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
AZAdvances
An initiative focused on developing funding to advance life-changing and life-saving innovations from discovery to delivery.
AZBio Purchasing Power
Offers members substantial discounts with state and national suppliers through contracts negotiated by AZBio and its partnership with BIO Business Solutions.
Arizona Bioscience Special Supplement
A publication in AzBusiness Magazine that reaches readers in print and online, promoting the bioscience community and AZBio members.
Arizona Bioscience Week
An annual event promoting Arizona's bioscience industry and its innovations in diagnostics, medicines, medical devices, and health IT.
Member 2 Member Program
Facilitates special offers and services between AZBio members to support the community.
relationships · 22
who they work with
- ADP Partner — Offers members discounts on payroll, HR, and PEO solutions, as well as R&D tax credit services.
- AON Partner — Offers members discounts on consulting fees for talent and compensation assessments and compensation survey participation.
- ASU Digital Health Partner — Co-hosts the Arizona Digital Health Symposium.
- Airgas Partner — Offers members special pricing on medical and specialty gases, gas systems, and cryogenic equipment.
- American Laboratory Trading, Inc. (ALT) Partner — Offers members discounts on refurbished lab equipment and surplus strategy services.
- Avantor, delivered by VWR Partner — Offers members discounts on laboratory products and services.
- AzBusiness Magazine Partner — Publishes the Arizona Bioscience Special Supplement.
- BioLab Holdings, Inc. Partner — Hosted the AZBio Spring Reception at its facility in Mesa, AZ.
- BiotechExec Partner — Offers members discounts on C-suite executive consulting and placement services.
- Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) Partner — Partners with BIO for the BIO Business Solutions Program to offer members discounts.
- Clean Harbors Environmental Services Partner — Offers members services for waste recycling and disposal, environmental services, and emergency response.
- Corporate Traveler Partner — Provides members with travel management solutions.
- DIA Partner — Hosts a Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition in conjunction with AZBio.
- Nikon Instruments Partner — Offers members access to research grade microscope systems and digital imaging solutions.
- ODP Business Solutions Partner — Offers members discounts on office, cleaning, and breakroom supplies, as well as copy, print, and finishing services.
- Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship Foundation Partner — Manages the AZAdvances fund as an Arizona-based 501c3 public charity.
- SU Group Partner — Offers members discounts on equipment service contract consolidation.
- UPS Partner — Offers members significant discounts on UPS Next Day Air®, Worldwide International, and other shipping services.
- UniFirst Partner — Offers members workwear programs, industrial wear, protective clothing, and floorcare/restroom products.
- United Van Lines Partner — Offers members preferred discounts on moving needs through its partnership with Humboldt Storage and Moving.
- Whale Tank Partner — Hosts a Biotech Innovation Program and Pitch Competition in conjunction with AZBio.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts AZBio's public video library at youtube.com/azbio1.