Gracias!
Collaboration and partnership were at the heart of the U.S. Biopharma Workforce Partnership Conference in Puerto Rico.
The conference brought together leaders from industry, academia, workforce organizations, and government to exchange ideas, build new relationships, and explore solutions for strengthening the biopharma workforce of the future.
From the inspiring remarks of Secretary of Economic Development and Commerce Carlos J. Ríos Pierluisi to thought-provoking discussions on AI, regional workforce strategies, and academic-industry partnerships, attendees gained valuable insights into developing a future-ready talent pipeline that meets the evolving needs of the biopharmaceutical industry.
As always, the partnering sessions were a highlight. These high-energy conversations created opportunities to connect, share ideas, and identify innovative approaches to talent development that will help support continued industry growth.
With its thriving biopharmaceutical sector and unique workforce development opportunities, Puerto Rico provided an exceptional setting for exploring new strategies and strengthening partnerships.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this year's conference such a success. We're also grateful to our sponsors and partners for their support of the event - Merck, Amgen, Apprenti, BMA Group Global, Invest Puerto Rico, JobsOhio, Tufts University, Hyperplane LLC, INDUNIV, and Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Puerto Rico (PIA).
Puerto Rico – A Biopharma Manufacturing Powerhouse
Home to over 30 major pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and responsible for $50+ billion in annual pharmaceutical exports, the island is often called “the Medicine Cabinet of the U.S.” Its thriving industrial base and unique workforce development opportunities make Puerto Rico the ideal setting to explore scalable and innovative talent strategies. Watch the video for a preview of what's ahead in Puerto Rico in October.
Registration Fees
*This event is not open to students or job seekers. Any organizations interested in membership should contact Amos Wampler (awampler@niimbl.org) and John Balchunas (jebalchu@niimbl.org).
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Sponsorship Opportunities
As a sponsor, your organization will gain high visibility access to key stakeholders and be positioned as a national leader with vested interest in life science workforce and talent development.