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Event Will Be Held in Omaha on September 24-25, 2024

In a groundbreaking initiative set to catalyze the growth of biomanufacturing in the Midwest, World Bio Markets has announced the launch of “Bio Innovations Midwest.” The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) and Bio Nebraska are partnering with World Bio Markets on this two-day event. The gathering will convene pioneers in bioindustry, facilitate knowledge exchange and networking, and present the Midwest as the heartland of the US bioeconomy.

Why Nebraska?

I can’t think of a better location to host the first-ever Bio Innovations Midwest event than Omaha, Nebraska. The Midwest, especially Nebraska, is at the very center of the rapidly growing biomanufacturing sector in the United States and this event will provide an opportunity to showcase Midwest companies, innovations and assets. Having the organizers of World Bio Markets behind this event only magnifies the event’s importance and the need to commercialize today’s bioeconomy.”

— Rob Owen, Executive Director, Bio Nebraska

Regionally, the event will serve as a connection point for the biomanufacturing community and provide opportunities for knowledge sharing and collaboration. Domestically, the event will draw together companies in the wider value chain and will help innovators scale from lab, to pilot, to demo, to commercialization at greater speed and with a higher success rate. Globally, the event will promote the capabilities of the Midwest to companies based in Europe and Asia and underscore the region’s advantages as a great place to do bio business.

“The US bioeconomy has a crucial role to play in reducing the nation’s dependence on fossil fuels, revitalizing manufacturing and contributing to the goal of creating a net-zero carbon economy. As such, we, the owners of World Bio Markets in Europe, are delighted to be launching an event dedicated to driving the growth of biomanufacturing in the Midwest.”

— Paul MacDonald, Partner & Head of Community, World Bio Markets

Key Highlights of the Event

Bio Innovations Midwest is the only event committed to driving the growth of biomanufacturing in the region. With a focus on pre-arranged 1-2-1 commercial meetings, attendees will be able to make meaningful connections within the biomanufacturing industry. This format readily connects bio developers, producers, global brands, buyers, investors, financiers, and suppliers. Additionally, the event will welcome VIP delegations from Europe and Asia who will attend special networking dinners and tour local facilities. This will enable crucial worldwide learning and collaboration opportunities.

Bio Innovations Midwest is scheduled for September 24-25, 2024. The event will take place at the CHI Health Center in Omaha. For further information or to register, please visit https://bioinnovationsmidwest.com/.

For media inquiries, please contact:

  • Paul MacDonald
  • Partner & Head of Community, World Bio Markets
  • +44 78726 26695
  • Paul@worldbiomarkets.com
  • About World Bio Markets

For 17 years, World Bio Markets has been uniting and connecting the bioeconomy value chain from lab to market. In 2023, the event welcomed over 350 bio pioneers from 36 countries.