WHY JOIN BIOHOUSTON?
Many of your colleagues have already joined BioHouston as Members or Associates. We represent more than 120 biotechnology and life science companies, academic institutions, healthcare organizations, service providers and philanthropic organizations in the Houston region. The organization is growing quickly as the people of Houston realize the importance of this developing economic engine for the region. We are helping to lead the most innovative and dynamic industry in the world by helping our Members and Associates find continuing success and opportunities.
Benefits of joining BioHouston are myriad -- prominent exposure to key people in the industry through more than 80 networking events annually, discounted registration rates to BioHouston events, and much more.
WHO SHOULD JOIN?
All components of the life science industry are encouraged to become members of BioHouston. Our membership ranges from research institutions, life science companies, and biotech industry service providers (law firms, accounting firms, etc.).
We invite you to join us in creating a vibrant life science community in our region.
HOW DO I BECOME A MEMBER?
If you are interested in joining BioHouston, please download our membership form and fax it back to our offices at 713.979.9219. If you would like to speak to someone at BioHouston before making your decision to join, please see the contact information below.
HOW MUCH DOES A BIOHOUSTON MEMBERSHIP COST?
BioHouston offers multiple categories of memberships with varying dues levels.
Associate I ($1,000) Membership Benefits
- Member discounted registration to BioHouston events
- Opportunity to nominate a representative to serve on the Associate Advisory Board and subcommittees
- Complimentary copy of the BioHouston Life Science Directory – THE industry listing for Houston and the surrounding region
- Inclusion in the BioHouston Life Science Directory member listing with key contact information
- Listing of your organization on the BioHouston website, with a hyperlink to your company website upon request
- Inclusion in our printed Members and Associates listing.
- Complimentary copy of the BioHouston newsletter, published electronically and distributed approximately every two weeks
- Intangible benefits are many, including strong visibility within the Houston life-sciences community; access to key life science executives and decision-makers. Contributing to Houston’s growth as a global biotechnology competitor.
Associate II ($2,500)
Includes all of the membership benefits listed above PLUS Four complimentary admissions to the Chili Cook-Off Four complimentary admissions to a BioHouston Breakfast Forum
Associate Collaborator ($5,000-$9,999)
Includes the membership benefits listed above
PLUS Opportunity to host an associate sponsored event
Associate Investor ($10,000 +)
Includes all of the membership benefits listed above
PLUS A complimentary Exhibiting Sponsorship at the 2010 Texas Life Science Conference (individually priced at $3,000)
This sponsorship includes:
- One complimentary admission to the 2010 Texas Life Science Conference
- Mention in pre-conference promotion via the conference website, brochures, advertisements and press releases. Complimentary exhibit table to promote your organization during the Conference
- Logo displayed on presentation screens throughout Conference
Associate Partner ($25,000 +)
Includes all of the membership benefits listed above
PLUS BioHouston will work with your company to develop a specialized membership package that is designed to help you meet your business objectives. To inquire about Partner/Investor level benefits and to create your customized package, please contact Keisha Curtis at 713-979-9212 or keisha.curtis@biohouston.org.
DOES BIOHOUSTON OFFER INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIPS?
Membership in BioHouston is company-based; individual memberships are not offered. Check here to see if your organization is already a member.
HOW LONG DOES A BIOHOUSTON MEMBERSHIP LAST?
BioHouston memberships run on an annual basis. Memberships are renewed in December and June – all companies who join in the first half of the year will receive notice in December, and all companies who join in the second half of the year will receive notice in June.
HOW CAN I SUPPORT BIOHOUSTON IF I AM NOT A MEMBER?
For those companies who are interested in learning more about BioHouston but are unable to join at this time, we offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities – all of which are an excellent way to familiarize your with Houston’s life science industry while offering support to our wide range of programs and events. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please see our general sponsorship menu.
In addition to sponsorships and memberships, BioHouston offers the option of making a tax-deductible donation. All donations are used to fund programs and events that support the growth of the biotech industry in the Houston region. To make a contribution, please click Here.
All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For all membership and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Jeff Organ at 713.979.9105
