FIVE-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN FOR SOUTH CAROLINA LIFE SCIENCES REVEALED

Deloitte , in partnership with SCbio, has developed the Transforming Tomorrow 2030 strategy for South Carolina to achieve sustainable growth in the three identified opportunity areas. SCbio members are invited to join us at Breakfast and Bio next Friday, March 21, at 8 a.m. at Main Street Labs to hear President & CEO James Chappell , Ph.D., unveil the five-year game plan.

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SCBIO HONORS TRAILBLAZERS IN LIFE SCIENCES

The Pinnacle Awards recognize contributors who have sparked remarkable success, inspired leadership and propelled the industry. 

Meet the Organizational Contribution Award Recipient, Charles River Laboratories

Meet the Individual Contribution Award Recipient, Greenwood Genetic Center President + CEO Steve Skinner

Meet the Rising Star Award Recipient, Incora Health Co-founder + CEO Lindsey Calcutt, PhD

SCBIO CEO LAYS THE GROUNDWORK FOR FUTURE LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY GROWTH

South Carolina has the sixth-fastest-growing life sciences industry in the U.S., following competitive markets in the Northeast. James Chappell discussed the elements working together in the state to create such a fast-growing hub.

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SCBIO HOSTS FIRST MIDLANDS REGION ACADEMIA & INDUSTRY: BRIDGING THE GAP EVENT

SCbio held its first Midlands Academia & Industry: Bridging the Gap event sponsored by Dominion Energy at the University of South Carolina Career Center. Students from across the region gathered to network and connect with key life sciences professionals, including BD, DPX Technologies, GE HealthCare, Integrated Micro-Chromatography Systems and The Ritedose Corporation. Member companies shared insights on industry expectations and how to best prepare for their future careers.

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SCBIO 2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE IGNITES GROWTH IN SOUTH CAROLINA'S LIFE SCIENCES ECOSYSTEM

To open the premier life sciences event in the Southeast, SCbio revealed its new initiative to showcase South Carolina’s rapidly expanding industry, define its sectors and attract companies and individuals alike to “Build the life—and the science—that propels the future.”

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SCbio would like to thank everyone who contributed to making the 2025 Annual Conference a resounding success and the innovators who have greatly impacted our growing ecosystem and, more importantly, patient lives.

We appreciate all event sponsors who helped make this event possible: SHL Medical | BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina | Thermo Fisher Scientific | Medical University of South Carolina | Maynard Nexsen | Roper St. Francis Healthcare | SCRA: South Carolina Research Authority | Charles River Laboratories | Charleston Regional Development Alliance | Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

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MEMBER MENTIONS

• University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia breaks ground on new facility at USC Health Sciences campus. Learn about the new facility.
• Roper St. Francis Healthcare  Foundation launched a $100 million initiative to transform healthcare in the Lowcountry. Learn about the Imagine Campaign. 
• Charleston unveils five-year economic development plan focused on innovation, commissioned by the Charleston Regional Development Alliance . The plan highlights the arrival of major companies, including SHL Medical . Learn more.
• The University of South Carolina and BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina are ranked in the top six best S.C. companies to work for in 2025 by Forbes. View their ranking.

S.C. LEGISLATORS GATHER WITH LIFE SCIENCES LEADERS AT SCBIO LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST

South Carolina legislators gathered with life sciences industry leaders at the annual SCbio Legislative Breakfast to hear how businesses are driving job creation, conducting groundbreaking research and developing innovative treatments and products. Thank you to all attendees, speakers and event sponsors who stand at the forefront of this dynamic sector, capturing attention with their impactful contributions: Biotechnology Innovation Organization, Johnson & Johnson, McGuireWoods LLP and Amgen.

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THE LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY PROMISES RAPID INNOVATION + SIGNIFICANT TRANSFORMATIONS IN 2025

Savills highlights eight crucial factors companies should consider to prepare for an ever-evolving market. Success will depend on strategic adaptation, investment in emerging technologies and a proactive approach to supply chain resilience and healthcare system changes.

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