OBA is an affiliate of the national Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO). BIO is the world's largest biotechnology organization, providing connection, advocacy, business development, communications services for more than 1,200 members worldwide.

Through this affiliation, OBA members can access the national purchasing power level of benefits. BIO has selected the top-tier providers and negotiated agreements for your benefit. Below you will find a one-line description and contact information to reach the local representatives for each member service. If you have any ideas or suggestions on services we might add let us know.

This national program is the largest cost savings program for the life sciences industry, enabling more than $200 million in sales annually to more than 2,000 life sciences companies of all sizes.

Laboratory Products

	Pre-Owned Laboratory Equipment Resale
	Laboratory Supplies and Equipment

Insurance Policies

	Business Insurance (Clinical Trials, Product, Property & Casualty)
	Executive Liability Insurance
	Broker for Risk Management and Business Insurance
	Employee Benefits - Design and Implementation

Industry Publications

	FDC Reports, Windhover Information Publications and Industry Databases
	Nature Journals, Packaged and Individual Articles

Office and Technology Products

	Office Supplies, Furniture & Equipment; Design, Print & Ship Services; Promotional Products
	Computer Products and Technology Products

Business Development

	Governmental Financial Incentives, Tax Credit and Cost Segregation Services
	News Distribution Service

Human Resources Services

Moving and Relocation Services

Other benefits offered through OBA membership include:

First Tech Credit Union

Discover uncommon banking.  As an Oregon Bioscience Association member, you and your immediate family are eligible for a First Tech membership. Call, click or drop by any branch to see how we can help you think forward.

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Emerging Tech Accelerator is for use by companies seeking and those selling innovation. Revolutionary tools for study, collaboration & decision. The world’s leading database of emerging technologies & solutions.

To sign up email: Your name, Company name to OBApromo@etaccelerator.com. You will then receive a return email with username and password to sign in and complete your profile. Your account also gives access to ETtools, for a quick orientation click here.