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For Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing the successes and achievements of BARDA employees. Meet Connie Song, Lead Contract Specialist, Division of Contract Management and Acquisitions. One of Connie’s greatest career achievements to date is having the opportunity to support the BARDA mission and working with such a talented and dedicated group. She added, “specifically providing contracting support to the Division of Research, Innovation and Ventures (DRIVe) in launching new and novel program initiatives.” Connie’s advice to young women who are just starting their professional careers is: “stay true to yourself and pursue your passions. Those incremental steps (some of which will feel like steps backwards) toward achieving every goal you set out to tackle is part of the experience that makes those more challenging moments worthwhile — there’s no failure in learning.” Women strengthen public health and national security with their dedication to meaningful work. Learn more about opportunities to work with us: https://ow.ly/FyjE50QNYau

As the year draws to a close, it's a natural time for individuals and organizations alike to engage in reflection, contemplating the lessons learned and using that insight to enhance future outcomes. This reflective practice is not merely an annual routine; rather, it is intricately woven into the very fabric of our existence. Whether at the level of individuals, companies, communities, countries, or humanity as a whole, the perpetual quest for improvement is evident. On a personal level, this may involve taking steps to enhance one's career, relationships, finances, health, meaning, and overall well-being. Over the course of generations, these continuous small advancements accumulate, resulting in remarkable progress in fields such as science and technology, shaping how we live in and understand the world today. Recognizing this inherent drive for improvement, there is arguably no better time in our history than the present. While the pursuit of personal growth is an ongoing journey, it's equally important to carve out space for gratitude and to savor the present moment. After all, the present is the culmination of our past efforts and hard work. What are you grateful for today?

On average, our virtual advisory boards increase advisor engagement by 30% vs. most in-person Life Science consultancy meetings and result in a 60% increase in the quality and quantity of insights collected! Learn about more quantitative and qualitative benefits here: https://hubs.la/Q02c8vCJ0

Really looking forward to mediating this panel (and sharing some of my story)!

Do you find yourself searching for opportunities to engage in expert discussions about the pressing organizational challenges faced by the Life Science industry? 🔔 Look no further! Join us next week as we delve deep into the complexities of integrating responsbilities. 🔎 What can you expect? Explore the intricacies of organizational dynamics in the Life Science sector, with a focus on how to integrate responsibilities ('convergence models'). 💡 Gain insights from industry experts as they share their experiences and strategies for overcoming organizational challenges. 🔭 Dive into in-depth discussions about convergence models and their role in shaping Life Science organizations. Find the link in the comments

Looks like the best session is at 15:20 to 15:50

Going to the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference? If so, you should catch up with Maor Adlin & Ronen Lavi to discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare from a patient, provider, health plan, & coding team perspective.

EDA’s $1B #BuildBackBetter Regional Challenge is helping states like #NorthCarolina strengthen their #LifeSciences & #manufacturing talent pipelines for historically underserved communities. Here’s how organizations like the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) are increasing job creation and access to opportunities within the field: ⬇ 

Watch this video as Scott Linch, National Industry Leader at FORVIS and Brent Baxter, CEO of Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), discuss how leaders can benefit from joining the M&A deal-making community fostered by ACG.