THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONFERENCE
With the support of 420+ attendees, representing 290 companies, universities & research institutes, BioFlorida is proud to support the industry growth in the state and continue the legacy of hosting Florida's leading life sciences conference.
Attendees from Biopharma, MedTech and
HealthIt industries
1 ½ days of Programming and 80 Speakers
Prominent Keynotes:
- Tampa Mayor Jane Castor
- Christian Brechot, MD, PhD, USF
- Jenesis Rothblatt, United Therapeutics Corporation
Showcasing Florida's areas of strengths and significant industry accomplishments
- 11 Breakout Sessions featuring recent trends in Science, Business and Public Policy
- 3 General Session Panels
- Meet New Research Organizations and Companies: Why Choose Florida
- Grow Florida - Economic Development Strategies to Expand the Industry
- CEO Panel: Keys to Success

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BioPitch Competition & $10,000 Prize Winner:
ImmunSYS Inc.
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BioPitch Competition featuring 15 Seed & Early-Stage Life Science Companies and 21 Investors
Unprecedented Opportunities for Partnering
- 257 Partnering Meetings
- 59 Sponsors and 32 Exhibitors
- 2 Committee Meetings (Government Affairs and MedTech)
- 3 Dedicated Forums
- 2 Networking Receptions
Congratulations to our 5 Award Winners

Weaver H. Gaines Entrepreneur of the Year Award:
Jeffrey L. Tate, PhD, Cyclo Therapeutics, Inc.
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David J. Gury Company of the Year Award:
ADMA Biologics, Inc.
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Lifetime Achievement Award:
Mark S. Long, UF Innovate
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BioFlorida Leadership Award:
Jane E. Teague, Institute for Commercialization of Florida Technology
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BioFlorida Leadership Award:
Tamara C. Mandell, Biotility, University of Florida CERHB
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Continue to Build the Life Sciences Industry in Florida
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