Mission & Values

President Rob Coughlin speaks at MassOpps Conference

Mission

To foster a positive environment that enables each biotechnology company to achieve its full potential making Massachusetts a world center for biotechnology.

Objectives

  • Advance common goals and concerns of MBC Member Companies.
  • Provide an infrastructure for joint activities that serve the needs of the member companies through programs, committees, and contracts and services.
  • Create a suitable biotechnology business climate in which the regulatory, legislative and public environment recognizes and supports the social and economic benefits of biotechnology in Massachusetts.
  • Provide educational and informational activities to aid local, state and federal officials and the general public in making informed decisions about issues concerning biotechnology.
  • Support the new education foundation, MassBioEd, which promotes science education at all levels, workforce development, and public awareness of biotechnology.
  • Encourage and facilitate economic development of the Massachusetts biotechnology industry.