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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

  • Join?

    Bio Pharma Networking Group is specific to professionals who serve or work in the life and health sciences market. In order to maintain the integrity of our members, we ask individuals to honor this request. Please contact us, if you want to discuss your individual requirements.

    The first step to membership is joining one of the BPNG groups on LinkedIn. If you cannot find a local Chapter, you can join the main group at:

    https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14494010/ We encourage members to attend local meetings or think about starting a Chapter in a new location. For more details, please use the contact form on this website.

  • The Difference?

    There are a number of organizations that serve the industry ranging from BIO affiliated associations to local networking organizations. BPNG Chapters support collaboration and partnerships. There is no membership fee and most events are free. Our events are casual and social in nature and are not intended to foster business deals.

  • Sponsors & Volunteers?

    Please see the Sponsorship & Partnership section of the website for full details and a downloadable Sponsorship Packet.

    BPNG is comprised of an all volunteer professional group. The group is headed by a North American Steering Committee and State/Regional Steering Committees support by members at the chapter level. As an all volunteer organization we are always looking for help. If you think you can make a difference, please make sure you attend a local meeting, introduce yourself to the welcoming team to obtain details specific to the local Chapter you would attend.

  • Share?

    BPNG encourages a crossover effect for valuable lead and resource sharing at our casual monthly events where people can exchange information, trends and ideas. Our goal is to support, serve and educate life and health sciences professionals through the "real power" of networking.

  • Cost?

    BPNG monthly events are free of charge. Most events take place in a public food establishment with a cash bar where the group is given private space to host membership.

  • Events?

    Most Chapters have free events on Tuesday evenings on a monthly basis. Although, individual casual events may vary, the time is 6 – 9 PM at local establishments where attendees are responsible for their own food and beverages. You can stay abreast of upcoming events on LinkedIn or being in contact with your local Chapter. Our events are in-person and have no plans to run virtual events.